Programme Associate SC6 - Gender, Protection and Inclusion

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, established to save lives in emergencies and to use food assistance as a means to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of extreme weather. WFP operates in numerous countries around the globe, employing thousands of individuals who are dedicated to humanitarian efforts. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, gender, or background. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 202

• The organization emphasizes the importance of a diverse workforce and invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs. WFP's mission is to ensure effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people worldwide, and it operates in a collaborative environment that values integrity, commitment, and humanity.

Job Overview:
The Programme Associate SC6 position focuses on providing specialized support and analysis" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">technical analysis related to policies and programs that effectively address the needs of assistance in the field of gender, protection, and inclusion. The role is based in the Adre field office in Chad and reports to a Policy Officer or the Head of the Field Office. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate responsibility and initiative, working autonomously with general guidance. The position requires sound judgment to address unforeseen operational issues daily. The Programme Associate will manage resources and coordinate support staff, ensuring that gender and protection considerations are integrated into all programmatic activities. This role is crucial in ensuring that WFP's operations are inclusive and responsive to the needs of vulnerable populations, particularly in the context of humanitarian assistance.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Associate include:

• Integration of Protection, Gender, and Inclusion: Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks related to protection, gender, and inclusion in WFP activities. Ensure the integration of these considerations in programmatic activities and data collection processes. Implement and monitor priority actions for protection, gender, and inclusion as defined by the Country Office. Conduct regular field visits to monitor the implementation of protection measures and risk mitigation strategies. Provide technical support and capacity building for WFP teams and partners to enhance the integration of protection, gender, and inclusion in activities.
• Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) and Community Engagement: Regularly consult affected communities to identify their needs and preferences regarding WFP interventions. Contribute to the development and dissemination of accessible information tailored to different groups within affected populations. Support the functioning and monitoring of feedback and complaint mechanisms in accordance with established procedures. Ensure that vulnerable groups, including women and children, have access to and utilize feedback mechanisms. Analyze community feedback and coordinate corrective actions with relevant units.
• Protection against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA): Implement and monitor field actions related to the Country Office's PSEA Action Plan. Raise awareness among communities, staff, and partners about PSEA principles and available reporting mechanisms. Ensure visibility and accessibility of PSEA messages and reporting mechanisms in WFP intervention sites.
• Coordination, Monitoring, and Reporting: Regularly coordinate with WFP teams, cooperating partners, and community actors to promote the integration of protection, gender, and inclusion considerations in activities. Participate in relevant local coordination mechanisms and represent WFP on protection, gender, and inclusion issues as requested. Prepare periodic reports on GPI activities, ensuring quality, accuracy, and confidentiality of data related to protection, inclusion, AAP, and PSEA. Execute any other relevant tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Programme Associate position include: - A university degree in law, social sciences, international relations, humanitarian action, humanitarian protection, gender studies, or a related field. - An equivalent combination of academic training and relevant professional experience may also be considered. - Strong knowledge of humanitarian protection principles and the integration of protection in humanitarian programs. - Familiarity with gender-related approaches, inclusion, and gender-based violence in humanitarian action. - Good understanding of accountability to affected populations (AAP) and community feedback mechanisms. - Knowledge of PSEA principles and requirements. - Proficiency in participatory approaches, community engagement, and communication with communities. - Experience in identifying and analyzing protection risks and implementing mitigation measures. - Understanding of the principles of confidential and secure management of sensitive protection data and information.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree in a relevant field such as law, social sciences, international relations, humanitarian action, humanitarian protection, gender studies, or a related discipline. A combination of academic qualifications and relevant professional experience may also be considered acceptable for this position.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of six (6) years of relevant professional experience in humanitarian programs, particularly in protection within security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and nutrition contexts. Proven experience in integrating protection, gender, inclusion, and accountability to affected populations (AAP) into humanitarian programs is essential. Experience in conducting protection risk assessments, field monitoring activities, and community engagement is required. Additionally, candidates should have experience working with implementing partners, local authorities, and community structures, as well as facilitating training and capacity building for teams and partners. Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting related to protection and humanitarian programs is also necessary. Familiarity with humanitarian principles and standards applicable to humanitarian interventions is important, and experience in emergency humanitarian contexts is an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in both spoken and written French is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Arabic and other local languages relevant to the intervention area is advantageous. Proficiency in English is considered an asset, enhancing communication and collaboration in a multicultural environment.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in the field office in Adre, Chad, and is expected to be a full-time role. The World Food Programme is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees for applications or recruitment processes. All applications must be submitted through the online recruiting system, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages of the recruitment process. The WFP emphasizes an inclusive work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and all selected candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks.