RAM Volunteer Assistant

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:

The Volunteer Assistant will report directly to the Research Coordinator under the overall guidance from the Head of RAM. 

The Volunteer Assistant will support the RAM team in its daily operations. A work plan outlining key deliverables and learning objectives for the duration of the volunteership will be agreed upon. Periodic progress discussions will be conducted to help enhance the volunteer's skills and capacity in Research, Assessment, and Monitoring across the thematic areas under the Country Strategic Plan (2024–2028).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

•  Support the RAM unit in the planning and preparation of assessment, monitoring, and evaluation data collection exercises.  
• Support the RAM unit in compiling, verifying, and analyzing data coming from the  Programme team for output monitoring and other data collection activities.  
• Support and participate in knowledge transfer activities (i.e. brown bag sessions) on new technical skills and how they can be applied to current workstreams.  
• Assist in the management of Monitoring database and platform.  
• Support data analysis with a focus on quantitative data collection.  
• Support the development of assessment and monitoring reports.  
• Explore possible innovations in data flows (i.e. in data collection, the Community Feedback Mechanism, or output tracking).  
• Carry out any other additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.

LEARNING ELEMENTS:

Upon completion of the assignment, and depending on its duration, the RAM Volunteer will gain the following knowledge assets:  

• Increased understanding of the WFP PHCO Country Strategic Plan.  
• Understand key assessments and monitoring principles from WFP.  
• Understand WFP planning, monitoring and evaluation tools and guidelines.  
• Understand the coordination of planning, monitoring and evaluation of a UN country programme.  
• Learn UN technical language, working procedures, and coordination mechanisms. 
• Network with UN colleagues and M&E Professionals  
• Work experience as a team member in a multicultural setting  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Active enrolment or recent completion of bachelor degree programme in social science, economics, international relations, public administration, computer science, data science or related field.  

Experience:

Required: Some experience in working with development agencies, academic institutions including in volunteer capacity in the field of results-based management, monitoring and evaluation and or research methodologies.  

Preferred: 

• Previous experience working on research projects in an international development or academic agency. 
• Exposure (e.g. living abroad) to international organizations and cultural sensitivity through studies, volunteer work, internships. 

Knowledge and Skills: 

• Strong analytical, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write in an engaging and informative manner, and conceptualize and clearly synthesize information. 
• Relevant computer skills especially MS Office excel and statistical software such as R or Stata 
• Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills. 
• Ability to plan and organize work with minimum supervision. 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, while managing multiple priorities simultaneously. 
•  Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team. 
• Flexible and open to learning and new experiences. 

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English 

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

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• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

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.