Programme Policy Officer (M&E)

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, inclusion, and the importance of a healthy work environment, where employees are selected based on merit and are encouraged to contribute to the organization's goals. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, and continues to invest in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, as well as opportunities for internal mobility across its global offices.

Job Overview:
The Programme Policy Officer (M&E) position at WFP involves supporting the development and implementation of Monitoring, Review, and Evaluation (M&E) Plans that align with WFP's corporate standards. The role is crucial for generating quality evidence that informs policy, strategy, and design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and implementation. The officer will coordinate monitoring activities, manage decentralized evaluations, and support thematic and mid-term reviews. This position also requires collaboration with government partners to build effective monitoring and evaluation strategies. The officer will play a key role in ensuring that WFP's monitoring systems are compliant with corporate standards and will contribute to the capacity building of WFP staff and partners in M&E practices. The position is based in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, and is expected to last for twelve months.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Policy Officer (M&E) include:

• Developing and providing inputs for Monitoring, Review, and Evaluation plans that align with the Country Strategic Plan (CSP) and WFP's global and regional plans.
• Budgeting for M&E costs and advocating for appropriate financial and human resources.
• Contributing to evidence-based decision-making through monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating findings.
• Supporting WFP management in addressing recommendations from evaluations and ensuring follow-up actions are taken.
• Building M&E capacity among WFP staff and partners through training and information sharing.
• Managing junior staff members to enable high performance.
• Integrating protection and gender perspectives in all areas of work.
• Supporting the development of a Theory of Change during the CSP design stage.
• Ensuring compliance with corporate standards for monitoring systems and tools. 1
• Drafting regular monitoring reports and contributing to data analysis. 1
• Managing or supporting decentralized evaluations and engaging stakeholders in the evaluation process. 1
• Supporting centralized evaluations and joint UNDAF evaluations as required.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Programme Policy Officer (M&E) position include:

• An advanced university degree in social sciences, statistics, development economics, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, or related fields. Alternatively, a first university degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses.
• At least one year of relevant professional work experience in monitoring and evaluation activities for holders of an advanced degree, or three years of professional-level postgraduate experience for first university degree holders.
• Proficiency in using a variety of quantitative and qualitative analytical tools and methods.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, in English and Amharic.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in social sciences, statistics, development economics, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, or other related fields. Alternatively, a first university degree is acceptable if accompanied by additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses in the field.

Experience:
The position requires at least one year of relevant professional work experience in monitoring and evaluation activities for candidates with an advanced degree. For those with a first university degree, a minimum of three years of professional-level postgraduate experience in similar fields is necessary. Experience in utilizing various quantitative and qualitative analytical tools and methods is also essential.

Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Amharic is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The position is a Service Contract at Level 8, with a duration of twelve months. WFP emphasizes an inclusive work environment and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees for application or recruitment processes. Candidates are encouraged to ensure their profiles are complete and accurate, including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and all employment decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications.