UN Vacancy - FAO : National Programme Officer

United Nations World Food Programme
Indonesia
Vacancy Announcement
10/INS/JAK/VAM/017


World Food Programme, Indonesia invites applications from the eligible
candidates for the following position:

Position: National Programme Officer (Food and Nutrition Security
Field Analyst)
Contract Type: Special Service Agreement
Duration: 3 months with possibility for extension
Duty Station: Jakarta, Indonesia

Accountabilities: Within assigned Country-Office and under direct
supervision of a lead international consultant and supported by the UNICEF
and WFP team, the NPO will be responsible for the following duties:

1. Conduct interviews with WFP, UNICEF and key partners.
2. Review the existing WFP and UNICEF conceptual frameworks and
analytical approaches underpinning the analysis of household vulnerability
to, impact of, and recovery from shocks.
3. Examine and analize existing systems (joint and individual), joint
studies, assessments, a sample of reports and any other relevant method of
collaboration related to the monitoring and reporting on food and
nutrition security.
4. Create a list of all data sources used by the GoI, WFP and UNICEF.
Conduct an analysis of their accuracy and validity and, in particular, of
food security indicators.
5. Complete an inventory of indicators.
6. Using the existing data, design methods and draft a Food and
Nutrition Security Profile.
7. Identify gaps and make recommendations on data collection,
processing, analysis and reporting.
8. Identify ways and means to strengthen and expand collaboration in
monitoring the impacts of crises on vulnerable households to inform policy
and programs.
9. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Experiences:
University degree in nutrition or related discipline, Masters
degree preferred.
At least 5 years of professional experience in the field of food
security, nutrition, vulnerability analysis and in depth knowledge of
these topics within the country context.
Strong analytical and statistical skills to assess and analyze the
data and information available in the country. This includes ability to
use standard statistical packages such as SPSS and STATA, etc.
Ability to work independently and on deadline.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Excellent record of sharing information and knowledge within
colleagues, managers and clients.
Fluency in both oral and written English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Only candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to apply.
Female candidates are especially encouraged. Interested applications
should send a letter of introduction and interest, detailing how you are
qualified for this position and a copy of an updated CV in English should
be sent by e-mail to: Jakarta.Vacancy@wfp.org

Applications should be received no later than 22 August 2010. Please state
the title of the post in the email subject.

“Only short-listed candidates will be contacted”

Vacancy - United Nations World Food Programme Indonesia : National Programme Officer (M&E)

United Nations World Food Programme Indonesia
Vacancy Announcement
09/INS/JAK/VAM/ 025

World Food Programme, Indonesiainvites applications from the eligible candidates for the following position:

Position: National Programme Officer (M&E)
Contract Type: Special Service Agreement/Service Contract
Duration: 6 months with possibility for extension
Duty Station: Jakarta, Indonesia

Accountabilities:

Within assigned Country Office, under the direct supervision of the Head of Technical Support & VAM Unit, the NPO will be responsible for the following duties:

* Perform analysis of monitoring data in the database, informing the management and programme staff to take appropriate action, as required;
* Produce a quarterly M&E bulletins from the database;
* Provide quantitative data on monitoring outputs to annual and donors’ reports, SPR, briefing, funding proposals;
* Provide M&E training, database training to WFP staff and stakeholders;
* Assist WFP offices and colleagues in monitoring, as required;
* Compile the monitoring frequency and % ( plan vs. actual) by activity and by office;
* Check quality of Monitoring Check list (form I) in the database, and inform of its quality;
* Maintain country wide records of monthly monitoring plans vs. actual by office;
* Maintain proper documentation on all other M&E related materials;
* Update RBM tool kit and programme Logframe;
* Update latest M&E developments with Regional office and HQ;
* Provide inputs for compilation and finalization of the CO work plan in consultation with Management and Heads of Units;
* Act as CO M&E focal point;
* Assist the supervisor in preparing ToR for programme evaluation or surveys, and supervising the field work of hired vendors, as required;
* Review and check quality of translated versions (English and Bahasa Indonesia) of related documents;
* Supervise a Programme Assistant – IT;
* Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Experiences:

Education:Universit y degree and/or equivalent experience with emphasis in one or more of the following disciplines: economics, agriculture, international affairs, business administration, social sciences, development studies or a field relevant to international development assistance.
Experience:At least one year postgraduate job related experience in commerce, development, administration or food aid support.
Knowledge:Training and/or experience utilizing computers including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard WFP software packages and system. Good analytical skills. General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration.
Language:Fluency in both oral and written English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Only candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to apply. Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be addressed by e-mail to: Jakarta.Vacancy@ wfp.org

All applications should include an updated CV (in English), a photograph and three references and should be received no later than 6 August 2009. Please state the title of the post in the email subject.

“Only short-listed candidates will be contacted”