Beirut - Programme Assistant (VAM) - SC 5

Key Responsibilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Deputy Head of Field Office and the technical supervision of the Head of Vulnerability Analysis and Maping (VAM) Unit in the Country Office, the Programme Assistant (VAM) will perform the following responsibilities:

• Provide specialized project management support to specific and/or defined programmes to ensure that the various activities are performed within the established targets following WFP’s policies and procedures.
• Enhance the process of targeting and assessment systems, while applying concrete tracking methods. Consolidate the quantitative proves of targeting and assessment data and elevate main issues to the VAM CO unit on a weekly basis.
• Ensure that required surveys for the targeting, verification, assessment plans are met and in compliance with agreed coverage for quality control, while incorporating gender and protection perspectives in all areas of work.
• Provide technical support and assist in the development and implementation of various activities including (targeting, verification assessment, market) and processes within the specific area of work supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines.
• Conduct field visits in the related area maintaining the direct dialogue with beneficiaries and technical support. Prepare and submit field visit report including and programmatic recommendations and gender observations.
• Within the specific area of responsibility, prepare a range of reports and data analysis and highlight trends/issues ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control.
• Support head/deputy head of sub-office in identifying areas of improvement of programme to support programme reviews and improve services.
• Coordinate and communicate with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions to gather feedback and comments.
• Support the capacity building of WFP staff, cooperating partners and national government within the specific technical area. Provide guidance for cooperating partners on WFP operational practices, food security and assessment tools and methods in order to support them to complete various tasks and to contribute to the visibility of WFP in the coverage areas.
• Arrange for regular meetings with community leaders and cooperating partners on commodity pipeline, distribution arrangements, food entitlements and other relevant issues to support effective communication flow and efficient operations.
• Suggest improvements to field processes and procedures for efficient implementation of the assistance and targeting programmes.
• Report periodically to the WFP Officer on relevant events regarding beneficiaries, food management, distribution, partner shops, and other related issues.
• Perform other related duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Completion of secondary school education. University degree (Bachelor’s degree) in International Affairs, Statistics, Economics, Nutrition, Public Health, Food Security or other field relevant to international development assistance is a plus.

Experience: At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience, including at least four (4) years in the field of research, assessment, monitoring and evaluations, statistics, food security, economics, programme and policy, humanitarian assistance or any related field.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic languages.

Desired Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to maintain accurate and precise records, well organized
• Able to interpret and analyze a variety of data and resolve discrepancies
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate communication with teams including ability to contribute to the effective implementation of programmes and policy discussions.
• Experience utilizing computers including Microsoft Office specifically Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Ability to undertake statistical analysis.
• Experience utilizing Access and SPSS.
• Knowledge of WFP activities and procedures in the country is a plus.