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Programme Policy Officer- Migration Response
hace 4 semanas
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance. WFP 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, physical or mental disability.
Candidates who meet the selection criteria may be placed on the roster for multiple cities and may be contacted within the next 24 months to confirm their interest and availability as needed.
JOB TITLE:
Programme Policy Officer- Migration Response
TYPE OF CONTRACT:
Regular CST- Level I
UNIT/DIVISION:
Programme
DUTY STATION (City, Country):
Bogotá, Colombia (with frequent travels)
DURATION:
5 months
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The second-generation country strategic plan (CSP) has been formulated in alignment with the United Nations sustainable development cooperation framework (UNSDCF) , which is the product of a constructive consultation process with the Government and alignment with its priorities for achieving the Agenda for Sustainable Development.
These priorities are reflected in the three pillars of the UNSDCF: (i) stabilization: peace with legality; (ii) migration as a development factor; and (iii) technical assistance for the acceleration of catalytic SDGs. Based on these three pillars and consideration of how WFP can contribute to their achievement, the three strategic outcomes of the CSP are as follows:
SO1 : by , people and communities in a situation of food vulnerability in the PDET municipalities prioritized by the Government improve their quality of life by strengthening their resilience and sustainable livelihoods and local governments strengthen their capacities, contributing to the stabilization and consolidation of the territories, with the support of WFP and in coordination with the United Nations country team, as a complement to the efforts of the Colombian Government. SO2 : Venezuelan migrants, Colombian returnees and members of host communities receive humanitarian assistance, equitable access to high-quality and differential services and expeditious and free access to the labour market and entrepreneurship options, with a focus on food security and nutrition, with the support of WFP and in coordination with the United Nations country team, as a complement to the efforts of the Colombian Government. SO3 : The public policies, institutional capacities, systems and services for the promotion of food security, nutrition and social inclusion are technically strengthened and vulnerable populations have access to adequate and nutritious food throughout the year for the acceleration of catalytic Sustainable Development Goals, in particular Goal 2, with the support of WFP and in coordination with the United Nations country team, as a complement to the efforts of the Colombian Government.The WFP response operation to the migration crisis is part of the SO2 of the CSP that will come to an end in , which is being implemented through 2 activities: ACT2 (humanitarian response) and ACT3 (socioeconomic integration).
The Venezuelan migrant crisis is the largest in recent history in the region, with more than 6 million Venezuelans having fled from critical living conditions in their country. Colombia continues to be the largest destination for Venezuelans, hosting 2.8 million of them as of February .
WFP has adapted its response according not only to the increasing numbers of Venezuelan migrants, Colombian returnees and receiving communities but also to the type of flows and the different contexts. Currently WFP is reaching an average of , beneficiaries per month with hot meals in community kitchens, vouchers and cash for migrants with the intention to stay in Colombia, ready-to-eat food rations for walkers, and meals for school children. At the same time, it is implementing several socio-economic integration projects targeting Venezuelan migrants with the intention to stay, Colombian returnees and Host communities members to ensure their sustainable livelihood and food security within the country. In WFP benefited more than . migrants with humanitarian and socio-economic activities. This support is in line with WFPs principle of the Humanitarian Development Nexus.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position of Migration Emergency Response Coordinator is part of the Programme Unit, leading the migration response team, under direct supervision of the deputy head of Programme. The migration response is part of SO2 (Migration as a development factor) of the CSP which has 2 activities: ACT2 Humanitarian response, and ACT3 Socioeconomic Integration. The position is based in Bogotá, with frequent travel to the field offices involved in the emergency response. The main responsibilities include:
Coordinate and support the field offices implementing the emergency response to ensure correct implementation, in line with country level plans and objectives, and in coordination with Government of Colombia and other agencies. Strengthen corporate processes, systems and controls related to the implementation of the emergency response, including planning, implementation, reporting and reconciliation. Coordinate quarterly and monthly planning exercises and monthly reporting of actuals of the migration crisis response. Represent WFP in the technical discussion of the coordination platforms regarding the assessments, implementation and reporting of WFPs migrant response operation. In particular, the GIFMM coordination platform, and the RMRP process. Coordinate with relevant (national and international) actors at national level for the implementation of the migration response. Support the mobilization of resources by providing inputs for proposals, responding to queries and reporting results. Scale up the migrants socio-economic integration activities, including support to micro enterprises, employment and asset creation. Manage the staff that is part of the area of migration response (ACT2 and ACT3). Strengthen capacities of the field offices and national staff implementing the migration emergency response. Prepare regular implementation and control related reports highlighting issues that need to be addressed at management level. Coordinate with the other units at CO level for smooth implementation of the emergency response activities (CBT, TEC, B&P, RAM, Supply Chain; Finance, CP management, etc.). Support the roll out of digital transfers and beneficiary management systems (SCOPE) ensuring proper implementation and supporting the CBT team to solve operational issues. Other duties as required.WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: COMMON STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR:
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, encourages others to do the same, and offers
guidance and support to manage difficult situations
Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn
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
Delivers results for maximum impact
Identifies and aligns
objectives to the
required outcomes,
holding self and/or
others accountable for the delivery of results for maximum impact
Delegates appropriately
Delegates responsibly and provides appropriate support empowering others to deliver results
Adapts readily to change
Responds readily to
change in different
contexts and adapts accordingly
Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative
Is inclusive and collaborative
Promotes inclusive
teamwork and
psychological safety by encouraging colleagues to collaborate 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
Seeks out, trusts and
listens attentively to
diverse views to capture, learn, build and share new perspectives
Applies Strategic Thinking
Communicates and fulfils WFPs vision
Communicates and
fulfils WFPs vision and operational outcomes to deliver meaningful solutions
Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things
Demonstrates curiosity, designs and implements new ways of doing things when relevant
Analyses and evaluates data
Gathers data and
different perspectives,
shares knowledge and uses evidence to inform decision making
Considers the impact of decisions
Implements decisions,
considering the risks and implications of actions for teams, projects and other initiatives
Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships
Builds partnerships
Initiates and builds
partnerships by
identifying and
promoting opportunities
for mutual areas of interest and benefit
Collaborates to deliver common objectives
Collaborates with
partners to deliver
common objectives by sharing information and
working together on
agreed solutions
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:
Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance.
Experience:
Knowledge & Skills:
4 years of professional experience, out of which at least 2 preferably in the framework of the response to the Venezuelan migration crisis and/or socio-economic integration of migrants. Desired knowledge on Food Security, Nutrition and Emergency response programming, preparation of budgets and cash-based transfer programming. Desirable experience in emergency contexts.
Knowledge of the Colombian context in terms of migration issues.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems
Languages:
Fluency in Spanish and English language (Level C).
Application deadline: 12 june
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