RAME Assistant

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of alleviating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP's vision emphasizes diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employees are treated equally and fairly, regardless of their background. The organization has received numerous accolades for its work, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its commitment to humanitarian efforts and global security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security. WFP is dedicated to fostering a healthy work environment that promotes collaboration and integrity among its workforce, ensuring that they can effectively serve those in need across the globe.

Job Overview:
The RAME Assistant position is crucial for coordinating and executing Research, Assessment, Monitoring, and Evaluation (RAME) activities within the WFP framework. This role involves collecting and analyzing data related to food security indicators, which includes nutrition, food systems, and social protection. The RAME Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Sub-Office in Bolgatanga and will also receive technical guidance from the Head of Research, Assessment, Monitoring, and Evaluation. The primary expectation from this position is to support the effective delivery of assistance packages by providing accurate and timely reports based on comprehensive data analysis. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying trends and patterns in food insecurity and vulnerability, which will inform WFP's interventions in Ghana. The RAME Assistant will also be responsible for developing data pipelines and workflows to enhance data management processes, ensuring that data integrity and security are maintained throughout.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The RAME Assistant will undertake a variety of duties, including but not limited to:

• Collecting, cleaning, and preprocessing large datasets related to food security indicators.
• Conducting exploratory data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and correlations within the data.
• Developing and maintaining data pipelines, workflows, and automation processes to streamline data acquisition and analysis.
• Ensuring adherence to WFP policies regarding data privacy, security, and management.
• Creating data visualizations and dashboards to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Coordinating and conducting training sessions for WFP and partner staff on key indicators and survey methods.
• Assisting in the preparation of reports, presentations, and publications documenting research findings.
• Documenting field data collection reports and preparing field mission reports.
• Supporting beneficiary targeting processes to ensure equitable assistance to vulnerable populations. 1
• Performing other duties as required by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a secondary school education, along with a post-secondary certificate in a related functional area. Additionally, candidates should have at least 5 years of progressive work experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting. Experience in utilizing WFP monitoring and evaluation systems is highly desirable. Proficiency in statistical analysis software such as STATA, SPSS, and Excel is essential, along with knowledge of data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, and Excel. Familiarity with questionnaire programming using ODK is also required. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate findings effectively to various stakeholders.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes completion of secondary school education, complemented by a post-secondary certificate in a relevant field. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of data management and analysis within the context of food security and humanitarian assistance.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of progressive work experience in roles that involve collecting program output and outcome data, conducting both quantitative and qualitative analyses, and reporting findings to management and stakeholders. Experience with WFP monitoring and evaluation systems is preferred, as well as a proven track record in statistical analysis and data visualization.

Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station is mandatory. Additionally, proficiency in the local language of the duty station, if different, is highly desirable. This linguistic capability is crucial for effective communication with local stakeholders and partners.

Additional Notes:
The position is for a duration of 1 year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and organizational needs. It is classified at the SC 5 post grade level. The role is full-time and based in Bolgatanga, Ghana. WFP encourages applications from qualified female candidates and individuals living with disabilities. The organization adheres to a strict no-fee policy during the recruitment process, ensuring that no payments are requested at any stage. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks and verification processes to uphold WFP's standards of conduct.