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 (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies, building prosperity, and supporting a sustainable future for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. In 2023 WFP supported 687,207 people in Iraq. Through providing food for vulnerable people, skills to build futures, and enhanced social protection, WFP is helping the Government of Iraq build people’s food security and resilience. For more information, see wfp.org/countries/iraq and ar.wfp.org/countries/iraq.
The selected candidate will be working under the close support and guidance of the Deputy Country Director. He/She will be actively involved in programme development and implementation for the humanitarian and development portfolio of WFP in Ninawa and Kirkuk; and will be responsible for liaising and coordinating with the Governmental counterparts, stakeholders, and UN Agencies, assessing, and understanding the context, to identify programmatic needs to be addressed by WFP.
To provide support to policy and programme activities that effectively meet the needs of the people WFP serves.
Leads by Example with Integrity
Demonstrates and encourages others to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards. Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language and encourages others to do the same. Stays focused and calm when under pressure, encourages others to do the same, and offers guidance and support to manage difficult situations. Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and pursuing opportunities to develop.
Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments
Identifies and aligns objectives to the required outcomes, holding self and/or others accountable for the delivery of results for maximum impact. Delegates responsibly and provides appropriate support empowering others to deliver results. Responds readily to change in different contexts and adapts accordingly.Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative
Promotes inclusive teamwork and psychological safety by encouraging colleagues to collaborate by sharing ideas and openly raising issues. Supports development for others by giving timely and constructive feedback. Seeks out, trusts and listens attentively to diverse views to capture, learn, build and share new perspectives.Applies Strategic Thinking
Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision and operational outcomes to deliver meaningful solutions. Demonstrates curiosity, designs and implements new ways of doing things when relevant. Gathers data and different perspectives, shares knowledge and uses evidence to inform decision making. Implements decisions, considering the risks and implications of actions for teams, projects and other initiatives.Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships
Initiates and builds partnerships by identifying and promoting opportunities for mutual areas of interest and benefit. Collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives by sharing information and cocreating innovative solutions with beneficiaries when appropriate.Education
Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other related field; or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
Experience
As a minimum 3 years of advanced postgraduate, progressively responsible, relevant work experience in either humanitarian project management or programme implementation.
Languages
Fluency (level C) in both written and spoken English and Arabic. Understanding of Kurdish is an advantage.Position Title: Programme Policy Officer (Head of Field Office)
Grade: NOA
Contract: Fixed Term
Duty Station: Mosul, Iraq
Duration of contract: 12 months, with possibility of extension subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance
Salary: Starting at USD 57,959.00 gross per annum
Medical Plan: International valid medical plan for the staff member, spouse, and dependent children
Annual leave: 30 working days per annum
Applications close on 02 May 2024
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.