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.

ABOUT WFP: The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?:

• • WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
  • WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
  • WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
  • A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
  • We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)::

• Support Cooperating Partners (CPs) in planning and conducting full household biometric registration based on appropriate targeting criteria. Ensure biometric registration tools hardware and software are available, and functional at field sites with the latest approved Apps.
• Coordinate with CPs, CBT & IDM Programme Learning, Monitoring & Evaluation (PLME) and Activity Leads to plan to implement biometric verification exercises in line with WFP’s Global Assurance Guidelines. Lead field-level support during verification, reporting on the verification outcomes and actions taken.
• Adjudicate and deduplicate identities in SCOPE to ensure that each beneficiary is uniquely enrolled and linked to the correct intervention type. Flag and resolve duplicate or incomplete records with CPs. Maintain an updated log of adjudication and data correction activities for audit and reference.
• Provide on-the-job training and refresher sessions to CP staff based on approved SOPs and guidelines for biometric registration and verification to ensure CPs adhere to WFP identity management standards.
• Maintain effective coordination with TEC AO Activity Leads and CP focal points to ensure smooth planning and execution of full household registration and beneficiary verification.
• In collaboration with PLME, organize monitoring plans and visit the accessible registration/ verification sites to assess the compliance to the SOPs and guidance. Report the finds to the AO Head of Programme and Activity leads for improvements. Complete all internal reporting and contribute to external reporting obligations, including daily reports, updates, sit-reps, monthly reviews, and donor reports.
• Identify lessons learned and best practices for use in future WFP cash and food programme interventions.
• Provide technical support to field teams on the use of CBT and IDM tools and systems.
• Understanding of WFP policies and procedures.
• Ability to improve service delivery and implementation.
• Skills in coordinating field-level monitoring.
• Proficiency in internal and external reporting.
• Ability to identify lessons learned and best practices.
• Experience gathering feedback from beneficiaries and ability to conduct training sessions.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Experience liaising with stakeholders and skills in identifying and mitigating risks.
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

This position is open for qualified internal candidates Only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.

Note: Please specify the duty station for the position you’re applying.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION:

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.) Assists ASA in collecting, updating and  communicating information regarding the security situation in the area of operation and country.

Ensures effective and efficient functioning of UNDSS Operations.

• Reports security incidents affecting all UNSMS Staff, Offices, and Assets.
• Provides general administrative assistance to the ASA.

2.) Ensures effective and efficient collection, updates, and communication of information regarding the security situation in the country focusing on the achievement of the following:

Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in the area of operation.

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• Assess the security situation at the duty station and ensure adequate gathering and verification of security
• information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the ASA.
• Communicates security information to the heads of United Nations agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the absence of the ASA as required.

3.) Ensures maintenance of the Security Plan, including updating staff lists focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Maintains the specific security plans and updates staff lists.

• Records security incidents affecting all UNSMS Staff, Offices, and Assets.
• Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies.
• Provides technical assistance at ASMT meetings in the absence of the ASA as required.
• Serves as secretariat for SC/ASMT meetings.

Competencies

Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.

Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.

Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.

Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident.

Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies)

Thematic Area

Name

Definition

Business Management

 Communication

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience

Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels

Business Management

Customer Satisfaction/Client Management

Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers’ needs.

• Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy.
• Look for ways to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests.
• Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns.

Business Management

Operations Management

Ability to effectively plan, organize, and oversee the Organization beyond processes in order to convert its assets into the best results in the most efficient manner.

Knowledge of relevant concepts and mechanisms

Security Services

Security advice, planning and coordination

Ability to provide with authoritative advice and guidance on security management, plan and coordinate security activities

Security Services

Security  information management

Analytical capabilities to process diverse security information and develop recommendations

Security Services

Security risk management

Ability to assess threats and risks, identify and oversee implementation of mitigation measures, including ability to design and test security plans

Security Services

Physical/premises security design, implementation and management

Ability to conduct accurate premises assessments on UN facilities to ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place. Ability to design, support the implementation and test physical security systems for UNDP premises

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

High School graduate or Equivalent with 6 Years’ experience or bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience in Criminal Justice, Military Studies, Security Management, Legal Management or a relevant field is highly desirable, but is not a requirement.

Experience:

6 years relevant experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable.

• Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali is essential, including the ability to draft, edit and finalize documents in English.
• UNDP reserves the right to conduct background checks on applicants.
• UN employees are NOT allowed to carry firearms while on duty.
• The use of any drugs, including but not limited to “khat” during working hours is not tolerated.
• Candidates considered for the post may be required to undergo a drug test.
• Valid and clean driving license, experience in driving armored is an advantage.
• Valid National Passport maintained at all times is required.
• Knowledge of mechanics is desirable

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and  educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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