WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It 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 or disability.

Are you interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join a global organization investing in its people?

If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you!!! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & 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.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter.

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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

Reporting to the head of Research Assessment and Monitoring, the Data Analyst and Beneficiary Information Management Officer will play a key role in undertaking a timely analysis of monitoring and evaluation data to support WFP generate quality evidence on the outcomes and effects of WFP’s food assistance, resilience, and capacity-strengthening activities on the lives of beneficiaries with which to inform operational decision making and strategic reorientation. The holder of this position will also ensure all beneficiary information and databases are up to date and make data available in real time using appropriate visualization tools for optimal utilization.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with the development of new electronic data collection tools and prepare syntaxes and scripts for the calculation of outcome indicators.
2. Create online visualizations including an operational dashboard (Tableau or Power BI) that support real-time evidence-based insights, showcasing monthly key figures and accumulated assistance in the various programmes for strategic and operational decision-making.
3. Develop a data library to collate and curate evidence-based products and contribute to the archiving and use of data sets for primary and secondary use.
4. Make data available in real-time for optimal data utilization and undertake regular data review meetings with key stakeholders.
5. Prepare and update an online tool for tracking the implementation of monitoring and review recommendations.
6. Prepare a range of reports and data analysis (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, program status, performance) and highlight trends/issues ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control.
7. Aggregate and consolidate beneficiary information and prepare beneficiary reports.
8. Ensure constant information flow across units in the Country Office and vis-a-vis the field offices. Set up mechanisms to ensure the consistency of information.
9. Implement a Knowledge Management Hub using innovative and interactive tools. This will serve as a knowledge repository for the Country Office.
10. Develop, implement and operationalize Data Protection and Privacy policies, governance mechanisms, procedures and tools to maximize program efficiency across WFP operations both at the Country office and field offices.
11. Draft SOPs and guidance in line with WFP’s Data Protection and Privacy Policy and conduct internal Data Privacy Audits.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:

• Advanced University degree in Statistics, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Mathematics, Sociology, Social Development, Development Economics or Performance Management or other relevant fields.
• Minimum 2 – 3 years post-graduate professional experience in statistical analysis, econometrics, or First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses

Experience:

• Three (3) years of related work experience with Tableau, quantitative data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, STATA and/or R), qualitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo, MAXQDA and/or ATLAS.ti) and Python required. Experience with additional programming languages is a plus.
• Experience in designing and conducting advanced quantitative and qualitative analyses and the generation of evidence-based dashboards and reports is highly desirable.
  Knowledge & Skills:
• Ability to analyze and translate M&E numerical data to show WFP’s outcomes and impact against the objectives; ability to explain WFP projects and operations to counterparts and to communicate with Government and partners clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations, and procedures
• Good quantitative and qualitative analysis skills.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Only applicable to Zambian Nationals

DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS

5th September 2024

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

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at [email protected]. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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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