Programme Associate (Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping) G6 at World Food Programme (WFP)

JOB PURPOSE

vulnerability analysis, targeting analysis, and data pipelines development and operationalization.

ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development and scale-up of the DataBridges for household assessment and monitoring data:
  • Be a focal point for support requests from WFP Country Offices
  • Map sources of data and analytical processes relevant to DataBridges
  • Manage databases part of DataBridges.
• Support the development of household assessment tools
• Support the development of automated analysis pipelines with DataBridges
• Support and coordinate the implementation of streamlined data collection products in the region
• Support the regional focal point for the coordination of data standardization processes in the region
• Any other assigned task. 

LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK BEHAVIOURS

Leads by Example with Integrity

• Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards - Demonstrates and encourages others to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards
• Respects others and values diversity - Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language, and encourages others to do the same
• Stays focused and calm under pressure - Stays focused and calm when under pressure and encourages others to do the same
• Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn - Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

• Delivers results for maximum impact - Holds self and/or others accountable for the delivery of results
• Delegates appropriately - Delivers results against delegated tasks and seeks guidance and support where needed
• Adapts readily to change - Responds readily to change adjusting work as needed

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative

• Is inclusive and collaborative - Promotes inclusive teamwork and psychological safety by sharing ideas and openly raising issues
• Gives timely and constructive feedback - Supports development for others by giving timely and constructive feedback
• Builds and shares new perspectives - Listens attentively to others to capture, learn, build and share new perspectives

Applies Strategic Thinking

• Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision - Fulfils WFP’s vision and is able to explain how their objectives support the vision
• Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things - Demonstrates curiosity, and proposes new ways of doing things when relevant
• Analyses and evaluates data - Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team decision making
• Considers the impact of decisions - Implements decisions and asks questions to understand the impact for wider objectives

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Proficient and fluent command of written and spoken technical English,
• Advanced understanding of food security analysis and proficient report writing,  
• Advanced knowledge and experience in designing and programming digital data collection tools using technologies like XLSForms, ODK Suite, MODA, ONA and or Kobo alike platforms,
• Advanced knowledge and experience with statistical data analysis and modeling using tools like SPSS, R, Python, etc.
• Experience and proficiency in establishing data pipelines systems using query-based software such as SQL
• Proficient knowledge and experience in building dashboards and business reports using business intelligence tools like Tableau, R Shiny, etc.
• Proficient knowledge of presenting complex data into both operational and executive visual summaries
• Good communicator and able to train large groups of people 
• Diplomacy and ability to persuade key partners and stakeholders

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area. University degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Food Security, International Development, or related fields is an added advantage

Experience:

• At least  five years of progressively responsible experience in food security assessment and analysis, humanitarian assessments and/or information management

Languages:

• Fluency in oral and written in English, a second UN language (especially French) would be advantage.