Programme Assistant

The incumbent will be responsible for following up on the design and implementation of WFP’s resilience and livelihoods projects, Social protection/ ECHO projects, under the supervision of Baghdad Field Office management, and technical guidance and support from the Resilience and Livelihoods unit and SO1 unit in the Country Office, and overall guidance from Head of Programme. 

JOB PURPOSE

The Programme Assistant will assist with follow up on programmatic tasks and duties related to the Resilience and Livelihoods activities, Social Protection/ ECHO activities in both urban and rural settings.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

• Perform specialized and/or standardized processes and activities within the specific technical area of work supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines.
• Provide project follow up general support following established targets and WFP’s policies and procedures.
• Within the specific area of responsibility, compile data and support analysis and preparation of reports on activity progress, stakeholders’ engagement and feedback… etc. in order to support operational decision-making.
• Perform accurate, timely recording of data within the specific technical area of work (e.g. food security and vulnerability assessments) following corporate standards and guidelines.
• Work and exchange information with partners counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities as per WFP regulations and instructions.
• Support communication and activities with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions.
• Act as a point of contact for resolution of general operational queries requesting assistance where necessary.
• Arranging and attending follow up meetings with the partner on the project progress and expected challenges, raising the concerns for management decisions and providing advice on suitable solutions. 
• Any Other tasks as required.

 WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: COMMON STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR

Leads by Example with Integrity 

• Demonstrates the WFP values, principles and standards.
• Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language.
• Stays focused and calm when under pressure.
• Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop.

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments 

• Is accountable for the delivery of results.
• Seeks guidance and support where needed.
• Adapts readily to change adjusting work as needed.

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative 

• Promotes teamwork by sharing ideas and openly raising issues.
• Gives timely and constructive feedback to others.
• Listens attentively to others and shares views.

Applies Strategic Thinking 

• Embraces WFP’s vision and how it impacts their role.
• Shows curiosity and implements new ways of doing things when relevant.
• Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team activities.
• Asks questions to understand the impact of decisions for their objectives.

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships 

• Acts professionally with external partners.
• Works together with partners to deliver common goals.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Completion of secondary school education. University degree in agriculture development, social development studies, and economics, or other relevant field is desirable.

Experience

• At least five (5) years of experience in resilience and livelihoods related projects.

 Languages

• Fluency in English is required. Professional knowledge of Arabic or Kurdish is an asset.

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