The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Mozambique wishes to recruit qualified and experienced Mozambican nationals for the role of Programme Officer (Head of Sub-Office), to be based in Tete.
Duties
Under the direct supervision of Head of Program Unit / Deputy Country Director, and overall supervision of the Country Director, the incumbent will be responsible for following duties:
- Define and implement WFP policies and strategies for the Sub Office, consistent with the broader policies and strategies established by the Country Director and national authorities
- Ensure effective management of WFP operations in the area of responsibility; this includes the coordination of Programme and Logistics activities and correct implementation of WFP rules and regulations related to Administration, Staffing, Finance and Budget
- Monitor the national food security situation in the area of responsibility, identify areas of intervention and needs for food, plan the utilisation of resources made available to WFP and coordinate timely delivery of food aid to the beneficiaries
- Manage all resources, including food, finance and personnel (excluding appointments and reassignments of international mobile staff)
- Undertake visits to view project outputs and beneficiaries, inspect storage places and points where WFP commodities are received, in order to ensure that progress is made in the achievement of project objectives
- Liaise with local government authorities, international and local NGOs, UN agencies, donors, beneficiaries and pipeline agencies for the purpose of harmonizing and coordinating of ongoing and future food aid activities
- Transmit clear, comprehensive information and well prepared periodic and ad hoc reports on the progress of operational projects to the Country Office and make recommendations and/or proposals for improvements in operations
- Bring to the attention of CO any administrative and/or security constraints in the delivery of food aid
- Advise the government on the handling, transport, storage and distribution of the commodities supplied by WFP and on the maintenance of all records, accounts and books as stipulated in the Plan of Operations or the Letter of Understanding and ensure that reports required for WFP are accurate and provided as scheduled
- Manage WFP premises (offices, warehouses, guesthouses, etc.) to ensure that they are always clean, healthy, safe and secure; Ensure that the maintenance and utilisation of WFP assets (ICT equipment, vehicles, fuel, etc.) is in line with the WFP regulations
- Contribute to preparedness actions, such as early warning, risk analysis and contingency planning and make the necessary recommendations. Periodically monitor the management of risks and report on any actions taken
- Supervise staff, provide training and technical guidance in their work
- Perform other related duties as required
Requisites
Education
- Masters degree in Agriculture, Economics, Social Development, Food Security, Environment, Public Health, Community Development, Social Sciences or related fields with a strong knowledge of food security and nutrition issues and demonstrated experience in the practice of programme management and research
Experience
- At least 5 years of relevant experience at the national and/or international level (NGOs, international organizations, bilateral development agencies, Research Institutions, etc.) in programme management & monitoring and reporting
- Excellent understanding of the development challenges of Mozambique
- Knowledge results-based management principles
- Proven advocacy, analytical, communication and writing skills
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of database packages are required
- Working experience in web based ERP financial systems (i.e. SAP, PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc) would be an added value
- Knowledge of IPSAS is desirable
- Excellent communications skills, including good drafting ability in both English and Portuguese
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Advanced computers skills and experience utilizing computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard WFP software packages and systems
- General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration
Competencies
- Ability to establish priorities, plan, coordinate and organize own work plan
- Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity, tact, advocacy skills
- Excellent analytical, conceptual, communication and public speaking skills
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing
- Ability to motivate staff and to establish and maintain good working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with counterparts and staff within the office, host population, donors, NGOs and other UN agencies
Language
- Excellent command of English and Portuguese is required
- A working knowledge of Nhungue is required
Notes
- WFP regrets its inability to respond individually to each applicant. Only shortlisted and recommended candidates will be contacted
- WFP will not return submitted documents. Applicants are therefore advised to submit only copies of requested documents
How to Apply
1. Documentation
- Letter of application
- Detailed and updated CV
- Copies of university or college certificates
- Copy of the identification card
- Three references with their names, title and contact details (physical address, email address and cell number)
2. Application
- Submit your Documentation in a sealed envelope marked "Confidential" with the Vacancy Number "15/2014" to the following address: WFP Representative and Country Director - World Food Programme - 1302, Zimbabwe Avenue - Maputo