Programme Policy Officer (VAM)

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 extreme weather shocks. WFP operates in numerous countries around the globe, employing a diverse workforce committed to its mission. The organization emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging candidates from various backgrounds to apply. WFP has received recognition for its efforts, including being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 202

• The organization is dedicated to creating a healthy and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and contribute to the mission of saving and changing lives.

Job Overview:
The Programme Policy Officer (VAM) position at WFP is designed to address the pressing issues of security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and nutrition in Egypt, particularly in light of the recent economic challenges faced by the country. The officer will be responsible for generating evidence on how economic shocks and policy measures impact household purchasing power, food security, and nutrition. This role involves leveraging data from the Household Income and Expenditure Surveys (HIECS) to analyze trends and profile food insecure households. The officer will also develop a concise nutrition synthesis using HIECS data and relevant indicators to examine the underlying drivers of food insecurity and nutrition risks, particularly among vulnerable groups such as women and children. The position requires a strategic approach to simulate different government measures and assess their potential impacts on household vulnerability and nutrition outcomes, ultimately informing policy recommendations for the Government of Egypt.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Data, Analysis, and Simulation: Analyze data from the latest HIECS and other relevant surveys to assess the impact of economic measures on food security and nutrition. Conduct simulation models to evaluate the effects of currency devaluation, inflation, and subsidy reforms on household purchasing power and food security.
• Technical Guidance and Capacity Strengthening: Provide expert advice on survey methodologies and simulation techniques to strengthen the capacity of national institutions in food security and nutrition analysis.
• Report Preparation: Document methodologies, present findings from simulations, and provide actionable recommendations for policymakers based on the analysis.
• Collaboration: Work closely with WFP colleagues and national institutions to ensure robust evidence generation and policy relevance.
• Training: Deliver training sessions to enhance the analytical capabilities of national counterparts in food security and nutrition analysis.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong background in econometrics and simulation modeling, with a deep understanding of food security and nutrition indicators. Proficiency in data analysis, particularly with household income and expenditure survey data, is essential. Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders are required. Additionally, candidates should have excellent technical writing skills for report preparation and documentation.

Educational Background:
A relevant advanced degree in economics, public policy, nutrition, or a related field is required for this position. Candidates with specialized training in econometrics or food security analysis will be preferred.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience in data analysis, particularly in the context of food security and nutrition. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with household survey data and conducting econometric analyses. Experience in providing technical guidance and capacity building to national institutions is also highly desirable.

Languages:
A working knowledge of English (proficiency/Level C) is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Arabic would be an asset, enhancing communication with local stakeholders and institutions.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and based in Cairo, Egypt. The contract duration and compensation details will be provided in the Terms and Conditions section of the vacancy announcement. WFP is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. All applications must be submitted through the online recruiting system, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.