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Accountability to Affected Populations Consultant

Emergencies and Transitions Unit

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting

hunger worldwide. We are seeking to fill the position of Accountability to Affected Populations Consultant - Emergencies and Transitions Unit based at our Headquarters in Rome, Italy.

As the worlds largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger, WFP is well-known for its ability to deliver

food assistance rapidly to people in need. In order to respond effectively in the challenging contexts in

which WFP operates, staff require sound knowledge of the fundamentals of emergency programming,

as well as skills in specialized areas, such as humanitarian access, humanitarian protection, accountability to affected populations (AAP), and conflict sensitive programming.

The Emergencies and Transitions Unit (OSZPH) provides policy advice, guidance and training, and

programme support related to emergency programming, as well as on cross-cutting quality aspects of

programming, including humanitarian protection and accountability to affected populations. In this

context, OSZPH is seeking an experienced AAP Advisor to support the work of the organisation in this area.

The work on AAP is closely coordinated with the implementation of WFPs Protection Policy. While the

main responsibilities will be related to AAP, the Consultant may be required to support efforts on protection and emergency programming more broadly as well.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Team Leader for Protection and AAP, the Consultant will undertake the following duties:

1. Policy advice and inter-agency representation: a) Draft position papers, briefs and talking

points on AAP, b) participate in inter-agency discussions on AAP, including the IASC task team on

AAP/PSEA and the CDAC network, c) liaise with key stakeholders internally and externally on AAP issues.

2. Guidance and training: a) Develop corporate guidance material on integrating AAP in WFPs

operations, b) develop WFP specific training material on AAP; c) provide support for the inclusion of

AAP issues in other key programme documents.

3. Programme support: a) Provide in-country and remote technical advice to WFP country offices on

incorporating AAP, including conducting programme reviews and develop recommendations to

strengthen country office implementation of AAP, b) develop and conduct trainings for WFP and

partner staff on AAP, c) support exchange of lessons and experience on incorporating AAP in WFPs

programmes across country offices and regions.

4. Support for emergency programming: a) Conduct programme document reviews, b) participate

in operational task forces for L3 and L2 emergencies, c) provide emergency programme support to regional bureaux and country offices on request; d) support fundraising initiatives.

5. Other tasks: Perform other duties as may be required.

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Qualifications & Experience Required

Education:

Advanced university degree in one of the following disciplines: International Development,

Anthropology, Sociology, International Relations, or Communications.

Experience:

At least 6 years of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in

international humanitarian or development work with specific experience on AAP. This should

include experience working in crisis or post-crisis contexts;

Solid knowledge of operational strategies for integrating AAP in the humanitarian response is a requirement;

Complementary protection programming experience is an asset, as is previous experience working on policy implementation, guidance and training development;

Previous UN experience, preferably with WFP, is highly desirable.

Technical Skills & Competencies:

Demonstrated strong analytical and writing skills;

Ability to write in an engaging and informative manner, and conceptualise and clearly synthesise

information;

Ability to work on short time lines, under pressure, and managing multiple priorities

simultaneously with minimum supervision;

Initiative, enthusiasm, creativity, and flexibility with excellent interpersonal skills and team spirit.

Language:

Fluency in English is essential. Knowledge of French or Spanish is an advantage.

Working Arrangements:

The Consultant will be based in Rome, Italy, with travel to the field as required and may occasionally

be required to work from home. The position is for an initial of 3 months, with possibility of extension

up to 11 months subject to satisfactory performance and funding.

Terms and Conditions

WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and

selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP.

http://www.wfp.org Click on: Our work and Countries to learn more about WFPs operations.

http://www.unstaffmobility.org Learn more about countries where the UN operates.

Application Procedures:

Go to: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/15-0017518

Step 1: Register and create your online CV.

Step 2: Click on Description to read the position requirements and Apply to submit your application.

NOTE: You must complete Step 1 and 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

Deadline for applications: 15 April 2015

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. Qualified female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are encouraged to apply.

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.

REF: 15-0017518

Fighting Hunger Worldwide www.wfp.org

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