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JOB TITLE: | Programme Policy Officer (Food Systems & Agriculture & Market Support (AMS) – NOA |
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TYPE OF CONTRACT: | Fixed Term |
UNIT/DIVISION: | Programme |
DUTY STATION (City, Country): | Kyenjojo |
Duration: | 12 Months |
REPORTING LINE: | Head of Programme |
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) 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 emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their lives. On average, WFP reaches more than 80 million people with food assistance in 80 countries each year. The organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to food and contribute to lasting solutions, especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas.
Brief description of WFP in Uganda
WFP delivers food assistance in emergencies and works with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. WFP provides life-saving food assistance and livelihood opportunities to refugees in Uganda. In addition, WFP assists the most vulnerable people in Karamoja with food and nutrition assistance. Finally, WFP works with smallholder farmers and links them to markets.
As Uganda strives to achieve Zero Hunger by 2030 and become a middle-income country by 2040, WFP is also assessing its relevance and repositioning its role in Uganda.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:
The job is found at the Area Office and reports to the Head of Programme or any delegated. The job holder is expected to lead and manage strategic Food Systems and AMS programming at the Area Office.
JOB PURPOSE
To manage policy and take lead Programme implementation for activities that strengthen the livelihoods and resilience of the communities (refugee and host).
Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education: | Advanced University degree or First University Degree with additional years of related work experience in Agriculture, Micro-finance, business administration, Economics, Development studies, social work and Social Administration, or other field relevant to international development assistance gained from a recognized institution. Additional qualification in Project planning and Management / Monitoring and evaluation is added advantage.
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Languages: | Fluency in oral and written English, including strong writing skills |
Application Deadline: June 28, 2024
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