Programme Policy Officer – Emergency Preparedness and Response, SC8

1 month ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya World Food Programme (WFP) Full time

The World Food Programme is the food assistance branch of the United Nations and the world's largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and promoting food security.


ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Deputy Head of Unit, the incumbent will support WFP's emergency preparedness and response work, and be responsible for the following:

Response

Monitor the performance of emergency response, including by maintaining a performance monitoring dashboard for the main emergency operations in the region, and escalate issues of underperformance for resolution.


Refugee Economic Self-Reliance:
Support Country Offices with the rollout of programmes that support economic self-reliance of refugees (and their hosting communities).

This includes technical advice and strategic guidance with a focus on supporting programmes/transition models from relief food assistance to economic self-reliance.

Preparedness

Monitor food security and nutrition risks and hazards, including by maintaining a risks monitoring tracker (elections, climatic hazards, conflict dynamics, health crises, etc) for the region to inform preparedness and response actions and prioritisation.

Monitor CO readiness for risks in the above-mentioned tracker.

Support RBN Country Offices with the implementation and rollout of the Emergency Preparedness Checklist (EPC) in close coordination with the Preparedness lead.

Support the Preparedness lead in ensuring coordination between EPR and AA on preparedness and response activities.

Reporting

Lead the writing of a quarterly Forced Displacement brief, summarising displacement trends in the region accompanied by WFP's response.

Support the Budget and Programming Unit in developing a quarterly Refugee Report to UNHCR, emphasizing ration levels and pipeline.

Lead or contribute to other reports and analysis relating to EPR in the East Africa Region; including Situation Reports, fundraising documents, and talking points/briefs for senior management.

Knowledge Management and Culture Change

Support the implementation of the RBN Knowledge Management Strategy (EPR Unit Focal Person). This includes EPR contributions to the Project Cycle Management (PCM) unit's knowledge management initiatives, and compiling EPR reports.
Facilitate dissemination of EPR lessons learned and best practices regionally.
Plan, coordinate and help facilitate EPR regional workshops, annual performance planning, and other events or trainings, as needed.
Support onboarding of new EPR staff (EPR Unit Focal Person).
Support RBN workplace culture (EPR Unit Culture Change Champion).

Other

Contribute to EPR support to Country Offices to plan and design emergency response programmes (typically related to CSP Strategic Outcome 1), with a likely emphasis on General Food Assistance programmes (in-kind, cash-based transfers, vouchers, wet feeding/hot meals, etc).

As required, provide technical advice for the planning, formulation, and implementation of food assistance strategies by WFP, Cooperating Partners and host governments.

As required, represent the EPR Unit in both internal and external fora relating to emergencies and humanitarian coordination.
Contribute to EPR support to WFP Country Offices to strengthen capacities in EPR.

This includes supporting training for WFP as well as partners including National Disaster Management Agencies in areas related to Disaster Risk Management.

Support other capacity strengthening initiatives as required such as Simulation Exercises.

Deploy directly, sometimes for extended periods, to Country Offices as required to support implementation of WFP humanitarian operations (for preparedness or response).

Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

A Master's degree in one of the following fields: social sciences, humanitarian/disaster management, development studies, public policy and management or other related fields, or a first university degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses.


Languages :
Fluency (level C) in English language essential. Arabic and/or French advantageous.

Experience:
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in humanitarian or emergency programme management or implementation.

Demonstrated experience working in close partnership with Government and key stakeholders in the field of disaster risk management or humanitarian action.


Knowledge & Skills:
Strong technical understanding of humanitarian programmes and/or disaster risk management.
Experience in coordinating humanitarian or disaster management operations.
Proven ability to provide input into policy discussions in the areas of disaster risk management, and/or humanitarian action.

An ability and interest to engage with different technical teams and programmes to promote programmatic integration across multiple technical sectors.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds and to build strong partnerships.

Strong communication skills.

  • Technical Officer, Outbreak Preparedness and Response at

    3 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya World Health Organization (WHO) Full time

    The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The incumbent will be the focal person for VPD outbreak preparedness and Response within the Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (VPD)...

  • Emergency Dispatch Apprenticeship Program- EDAP at

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Flare Emergency Response Full time

    Flare was born from the recognized need of private and public providers to better serve their consituencies. In areas underserved by public emergency infastructure, Flare tools help you provide the best care most efficiently.What You'll Do:If you are passionate about making a difference and saving lives, ensuring swift, effective, and lifesaving responses to...

  • NPO- Country Emergency Readiness Officer

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya World Health Organization Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYOur goal is to build a better, healthier future for people all over the world. Working through offices in more than 150 countries, WHO staff work side by side with governments and other partners to ensure the highest attainable level of health for all people.JOB SUMMARYRequired QualificationsEducationEssential: Degree in medicine, health...

  • Director, Program Quality and Performance in Emergencies at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya International Rescue Committee (IRC) Full time

    The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization.Major ResponsibilitiesStrategic Project Leadership (50%) Balancing efficiency with broad engagement, the role will conceptualize, coordinate, simplify, structure, project-manage, and deliver results independently and through others on key QiE...

  • Policy Specialist at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Full time

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.Duties and...

  • Policy Specialist

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme Full time

    Result of ServiceThe consultant will provide support implementation of trade and biodiversity (including BioTrade) related interests of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and UNEP, through the BioTrade Facilitation Programme and to identify future areas of work for the BioTrade programme, UN Trade and Development and UNEP are collaborating through the...

  • Programme Management Officer at

    3 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Full time

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.ResponsibilitiesPROJECT...

  • Regional Emergency Hub Coordinator for Africa

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Lutheran World Federation Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYWe have been active in northwest Kenya in the Kakuma Refugee Camp since the camp was established in 1992. In Turkana West district,The program has been implementing host community projects since December 1999. In 2008, the UNHCR invited us to start operations in Dadaab Refugee Camp, the world's biggest refugee camp. Since 2009 we also...

  • Private Sector Coordination Specialist

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Development Programme Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYUNDP is the UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help build a better life. In November 1964, an agreement was signed between the Government of Kenya and the UN System. UNDP was at the time known as the Technical Assistance Board (TAB). The Resident...

  • Programme Management Officer

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environmentJOB...

  • Human Resources Specialist

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNICEF Full time

    UNICEF is the world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.For every child, HopeThe Human Resources Specialist, under the supervision of the Regional...

  • Livestock Specialist – SC8 at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Food and Agriculture Organization Full time

    The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is an agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.About JobThe Overall Objective of the project is to contribute to the roll-out of refugee settlements in Kenya in which displacement affected communities (asylum seekers, refugees, and the host community)...

  • Private Sector Coordination Specialist at

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Full time

    The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations' global development network. Headquartered in New York City, UNDP advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.SummaryThe Private Sector Coordination Specialist – Southern and Eastern Africa is expected to play a...

  • Programme Management Officer, Human Settlements

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC) Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONJob OpeningJob Opening ID: 226083Job Network : Economic, Social and DevelopmentJob Family : Human SettlementsCategory and Level : Professional and Higher Categories, P-4Duty Station : NAIROBIDepartment/Office : United Nations Human Settlements ProgrammeDate Posted : Jan 19, 2024Deadline : Feb 1, 2024Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations...

  • Programme Management Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Full time

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environmentResponsibilities Develops...

  • Technical Officer, Surveillance and Risk Assessment at

    3 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya World Health Organization (WHO) Full time

    The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.DutiesThe incumbent will coordinate the VPDs risk assessment and outbreak preparedness and support to the immunization programmes in sub-region through the...

  • programme management officer

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme Full time

    Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment....

  • Associate Programme Officer

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Full time

    For two decades, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has been helping make the world safer from drugs, organized crime, corruption and terrorism. We are committed to achieving health, security and justice for all by tackling these threats and promoting peace and sustainable well-being as deterrents to them. Because the scale of these...

  • Programme Officer

    7 days ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Full time

    Job Title: Programme Officer Join the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) as a Programme Officer and contribute to making the world safer from drugs, organized crime, corruption, and terrorism. About the Role The Programme Officer will be responsible for strengthening gender equality and women empowerment in law enforcement to better counter...

  • Programme Management Officer

    7 days ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Full time

    Job Title: Programme Officer (Coastal and Marine Ecosystems) United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable...