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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.
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.
In Somalia, the World Food Programme provides food assistance for nutrition, livelihoods, and relief through the hard work of more than 630 employees who contribute towards making Somalia hunger free in close collaboration with local partners.
By joining the team, you will have an opportunity to transform communities, unleash your full potential and make a difference where it matters.
Decades of conflict in Somalia have profoundly affected its food systems, leading to recurring food insecurity and crises. Despite averting famine through intensified efforts, over 8.3 million people still require humanitarian assistance. Climate-induced shocks, armed conflict, and economic disparities contribute to acute food insecurity, with 3.7 million people affected and expected to rise to 4.3 million by late 2023. However, national initiatives like the ‘National Pathways’ and the Food Security Crises Preparedness Plan offer hope for resilience-building. Collaborative efforts involving the UN, government, and global partners aim to prevent future crises and promote sustainable solutions. A consultant is sought to enhance coordination and support key stakeholders in this vital mission.
Working under the strategic leadership of DSRSG/RC/HC and in close consultation and cooperation with the HCT/UNCT and relevant UN agencies and partners in Somalia, the Consultant will:
Key deliverables
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in international relations, social science, political science or a related field is required.
Experience: At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in development, humanitarian or resilience programming, ideally with focus on fragility and crisis, is required. Extensive knowledge and previous work experience with regional or country-specific strategies focused on fragility and crises is desirable. Experience from work in Somalia is desirable.
Language: International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language
Closing Date: 25th May 2024 (Midnight – East African Time)
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.
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