ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

JOB PURPOSE

The World Food Programme (WFP) in Timor-Leste is implementing an emergency project funded by the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF). The project aims to provide rice, beans, and oil to vulnerable beneficiaries, along with Super Cereal to pregnant and breastfeeding women as a response to the impact of drought like conditions caused by El-Nino in 6 municipalities of Timor-Leste.

The Emergency Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring the proper implementation of the CERF project in Timor-Leste, including the distribution of food items to the targeted beneficiaries.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Programme overseen by the Country Director

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Coordinate all aspects of the CERF project implementation, including planning, monitoring, and reporting.
2. Oversee the establishment of field level agreements with implementing partners
3. Oversee the targeting and distribution of rice, beans, oil, and Super Cereal to the identified beneficiaries.
4. Develop detailed distribution plans and schedules in collaboration with logistics and field teams.
5. Ensure compliance with WFP and CERF guidelines and standards throughout the project cycle.
6. Convene food security sector meetings and donor briefings
7. Update the CERF Concept of Operations document and disseminate relevant updates to internal and external stakeholders
8. Supervise and provide guidance to field staff involved in distribution activities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES – CONTINUE

9. Conduct regular field visits to monitor the distribution process and address any operational challenges.

10. Liaise with government authorities, partners, and community leaders to facilitate project implementation and ensure beneficiary participation.

11. Prepare accurate and timely reports on project progress, including distribution data, challenges encountered, and lessons learned.

12. Manage project resources effectively, including budget monitoring and expenditure tracking.

13. Ensure adherence to safety and security protocols during all project activities.

14. Others as requested by Supervisor.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

1. Successful implementation of the CERF project activities in coordination with partners and internal units
2. Final report produced and cleared with all levels

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g., humanitarian aid, development studies, social sciences).

Experience:

• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in humanitarian emergency response, with a focus on food assistance programs.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian mechanisms, operations, logistics, supply chain management, and distribution processes.
• Experience coordinating emergency response activities and managing complex programs.

• Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. interpersonal
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Familiarity with WFP and CERF guidelines and procedures is desirable.
• Ability to travel frequently to project sites within Timor-Leste.

Languages: Fluency (level C) in English language.

LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

All WFP Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies and standards of behaviour aligned with our core values and defined in the WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK, namely:
Leading by example with integrity,
Driving results and delivering on commitments,
Fostering inclusive and collaborative teamwork,
Applying strategic thinking,
Building and maintaining sustainable partnerships

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Job Title: Emergency Coordinator – CRF Project

Grade: Level II

Type of contract: International Regular Consultant

Functional Unit: Programme

Duration of contract: 3 months with possible extension

Duty Station: Dili, Timor-Leste

No. of position required: 1

Date of VA opening: 28 March 2024

Deadline for application: 11 April 2024

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Tuesday, 11 April 2024, mid night of Timor – Leste time

This vacancy is not applicable for Timorese Nationality

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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment

WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.