DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 2 September 2025-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Mogadishu)

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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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:: Hargeisa are office is seeking to recruit a Monitoring Assistant to be based in Hargeisa. The Monitoring Assistant play a key role both in quality monitoring and in facilitating utilization of monitoring data. This position reports to M&E Officer in Hargeisa area offices, the Monitoring Assistant will also be involved in evidence generation activities and take part in other activities aligned with the area offices and CO’s PMLE priorities.

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

• • Active engagement in the revision of monitoring tools. This includes, and is not limited to, proposing revisions to be made based on your experience in the field, taking part in discussions related to those revisions, reviewing revised tools, and taking part in piloting revised monitoring tools.
  • Ensure quality data collection and recording during onsite process monitoring, outcome monitoring, process PDMs (remote and on-site), target monitoring, etc.
  • Timely, accurate, and comprehensive reporting of process monitoring findings through back-to-office-reports (BToRs);
  • Take part and provide inputs during monitoring data cleaning process
  • Actively take part in debrief meetings after monitoring activities to discuss recommendations, areas of improvement, and actions for subsequent monitoring activities.
  • Follow up on third-party monitors’ data collection and provide guidance to third-party monitors as required.
  • Review CP reports/checklists and check for consistency and quality.

Facilitating Utilization of Monitoring Data::

• • Actively take part in reflection sessions with other monitors and programme colleagues to facilitate interpretation of monitoring data and identify adaptations to be made in activity designs and implementation
  • Contribute to the analytical process of the data collected from various sources.
  • Assist in the drafting of area level monitoring reports and related reports
  • Support the AO/FO M&E lead in ensuring that monitoring/CFM findings from previous reports are followed up, recommendations implemented, and actions are taken.
  • Assist in timely and quality analysis and drafting of area level reports.

Evidence Generation::

• Support the implementation of WFP CO learning agenda by playing a key role in documenting good practices and success stories from the field, through human interest stories, photos, videos, etc.
• Follow up with programme focal points and other colleagues in addressing complaints received from the people that we serve. This include complains received through different channels such as hotline (‘call centre’) and field monitoring
• Support downstream accountability to the people that we serve through monitoring activities as well as following up on grievances, suggestions, etc.
• Support in providing first-line engagement with CPs and local government authorities and structures.
• Support in WFP’s community engagement efforts by providing needed information to the people that we serve either as part of field monitoring activities or other related activities
• Represent the AO in both internal and external forums, meetings (especially at field level), as requested.
• Identify issues and, when possible, resolve issues at field level and inform the AO/FO PMLE lead.
• Interview and gather feedback and complaints from the people that we serve so as to improve program quality.
• Identify and report on any operational issues at field level that may hamper WFP’s operations, regardless of whether those issues are included in monitoring checklists.

Education: Completion of Secondary school education Or University degree (Diploma/Bachelors) in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, Anthropology, Psychology or any other related field.: Experience: At least 4 years of experience including minimum of two years of experience in the field of statistics, IDPs, refugee operation or programme related.

Languages: Fluency in both written and spoken English and Somali is a requirement.

Knowledge & Skills::

• General knowledge of humanitarian and development work in Somalia
• Excellent soft skills including, but not limited to, communication skills, observation skills, listening skills, etc.
• Analytical skills including deductive and inductive reasoning, thematic reasoning, pattern analysis, etc.
• Able to effectively use different computer applications including Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)
• Experience in field data collection (including electronic data collection) and engagement with communities
• Data management experience
• Report writing experience

This position is open to qualified Somali national candidates only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP Somalia provides female-friendly spaces in the workplace.

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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.

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Support Services Officer

About the job

The Support Services Officer is responsible for supporting operational compliance with DRC’s Operations Handbook. The role focuses primarily on procurement and HR functions within the Somaliland office, while also offering support to safety and logistics operations at the area level.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Supply Chain

• • Ensure all procurement processes comply with DRC’s Operations Handbook.
  • Maintain and update area procurement plans in collaboration with program teams on a quarterly basis.
  • Lead ITB/RFP procurement processes at the area level in coordination with Country Supply Chain.
  • Process PRs and POs via DRC Dynamics for BH/Line Manager approvals.
  • Coordinate with the Country Office for supplier vetting and registration.
  • Ensure timely delivery of goods/services and prompt processing of supplier payments.
  • Conduct quality and quantity checks on deliveries; ensure required documentation (GRN, product receipts) is completed.
  • Ensure value for money in all single-source procurement activities.
  • Draft procurement contracts and framework agreements for managerial review and approval.
  • Manage contract amendments as needed and maintain an updated contracts schedule.
  • Keep procurement files audit-ready and ensure proper documentation is uploaded to SharePoint under the SL/HGA folder.
  • Responsible for overseeing efficient warehouse operations, including inventory control, storage, documentation, and compliance with organizational policies and safety standards
  • Support asset management by maintaining an up-to-date register and tagging new assets.
  • Manage DRC and rental vehicle management, allocation, and maintenance.
  • Oversee day-to-day logistics operations in the Somaliland Area Office, ensuring compliance with DRC’s logistics procedures.
  • Ensure proper planning and tracking of goods movement in collaboration with the Logistics Assistant and relevant program teams.
  • Review and verify logistics documentation (e.g., waybills, delivery notes, GRN fuel documents and Log sheets) for completeness and compliance before submission.
  • Monitor vehicle usage and maintenance schedules in coordination with the Logistics Assistant to ensure optimal fleet management.
  • Provide timely and regular supply chain reports to the Area Manager and Country Office on a Monthly basis and upon request.
  • Mentor and coach other SC staff in the Area office.

HR and Administration

• Assist the Area Manager in maintaining updated staff personnel files.
• Support the onboarding and exit processes of Somaliland National staff under the guidance of the Area Manager.
• With support from AM assist the annual registration renewal process for Somaliland office.
• Review all area-level Recruitment Instruction Form (RIF) for casual and enumerator recruitment.
• Maintain and update the casual and enumerator rosters for the Somaliland office.
• Draft casual contracts for Area Manager approvals.
• Prepare staff contract renewal/extension letters for AM review and CD approvals.
• Create and maintain a comprehensive filing system, including the archiving of key documents.

Safety

• Assist the Head of Safety/CO Safety team in security risk assessment for area office staff movements.
• Support the security briefing and orientation of new staff and visitors from CO/Other AOs.
• In collaboration with HoSS and AM draft and disseminate as required SMS alert advisories for DRC Somaliland staff in the staff WhatsApp group when relevant and significant security incidents occur, or elevated threat levels are reported.
• Oversee the Area staff movement and ensure all movements are conducted in-line with the DRC Somalia/Somaliland Programme Field Travel Safety and Security SOPs

DRC Dynamics

• Heavy User role in DRC Dynamics (ERP System) – HR module and deliver tasks as per the defined DYN roles and responsibilities.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 12 months

Band: Employment Band Non-management H2

Work location: Hargeisa

Start date: 7th September 2025

Reporting to: Area Manager

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for

employees on national contract.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 27th August 2025 For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit our website drc.ngo.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment regardless of personal characteristics or attributes