Programme Assistant (District Community Facilitator)

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 a pathway to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of eradicating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP's core values include Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, and the organization is recognized for its efforts in promoting diversity and equal employment opportunities. WFP is also a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, which underscores its significant contributions to global humanitarian efforts. The organization invests heavily in the personal and professional development of its employees, offering various training and mobility opportunities, and fosters a multicultural working environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Job Overview:
The Programme Assistant (District Community Facilitator) will be stationed at the WFP Oudomxay Field Office in Xay District, Oudomxay Province. This role is crucial for ensuring the effective implementation of WFP's programs at the district level. The Programme Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Associate and the overall supervision of the Head of the Field Office. The primary functions of this position include verifying food and non-food item distributions, supporting planning for program implementation activities, and collaborating with government counterparts and internal teams to ensure successful project execution. The Programme Assistant will also be responsible for collecting and analyzing program data, preparing reports, and suggesting improvements to monitoring processes. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to engage with community leaders and partners to facilitate effective operations and enhance the visibility of WFP's initiatives in the area.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Assistant include: verifying planned movements and distributions of food or non-food items, resolving routine issues, and escalating concerns as necessary; supporting planning for program implementation activities at the district level in collaboration with relevant government counterparts; exchanging information with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration and monitoring of ongoing project activities; collecting and summarizing assistance program data, conducting analysis, and preparing reports for program reviews; liaising with cooperating partners to gather feedback and improve services; suggesting improvements to field monitoring processes; arranging regular meetings with community leaders and partners regarding distribution arrangements and food entitlements; allocating tasks to other staff and providing guidance and training; preparing field mission reports; following standard WFP processes for food and cash assistance; and performing other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed secondary school education, with a post-secondary certificate or degree in related fields such as Agriculture, Education, Community Development, Rural Development, or Environment being desirable. Additionally, candidates should possess excellent word processing and Excel skills, experience working in challenging environments with diverse populations, and the ability to communicate effectively with government partners. Knowledge of database management and data analysis is an asset, as is the ability to speak ethnic group languages.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate or degree in relevant functional areas such as Agriculture, Education, Community Development, Rural Development, or Environment is highly desirable and will enhance a candidate's suitability for the role.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least five years of relevant working experience in community development, agriculture support, rural development, or school feeding programs. Experience working with technical teams and contributing to program implementation is preferable, as it demonstrates the candidate's ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Lao is mandatory for this position. The ability to communicate in ethnic group languages is considered an asset, as it can facilitate better engagement with local communities and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is a Service Contract (SC) for Lao Nationals only, with a duration of one year and the possibility of extension. The role is based in Xay District, Oudomxay Province, and involves full-time work. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and encourages individuals with disabilities to apply. The organization does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and emphasizes the importance of submitting accurate and complete application profiles.