Auxiliar de seguimiento

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 120 countries and territories, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of combating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP's vision is to create a diverse, committed, skilled, and high-performing workforce that operates in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living by its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, 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. The organization emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration to ensure effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions globally.

Job Overview:
The position of Auxiliar de seguimiento involves supporting the Research, Assessment, and Monitoring (RAM) unit within the WFP in El Salvador. The primary function of this role is to conduct research and monitoring activities related to ongoing projects and programs, ensuring that all administrative tasks associated with these activities are executed efficiently. The Auxiliar will work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team to design, coordinate, and implement monitoring activities that align with the organization's standards and priorities. This role is crucial for generating evidence that informs decision-making processes and contributes to the overall effectiveness of WFP's interventions in the region. The Auxiliar will also play a key role in data collection, processing, and analysis, producing technical reports that support operational and strategic decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Auxiliar de seguimiento will have a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to: participating in the annual work plan development for the M&E area and the RAM unit; designing and executing monitoring activities linked to country office programs; leading data collection, processing, and analysis efforts; preparing technical reports on food assistance needs, resource utilization, and programmatic progress; ensuring rigorous data management and compliance with institutional standards; coordinating analysis and dissemination of evidence generated by the M&E area; supervising temporary support staff; applying emergency preparedness practices; collaborating with internal counterparts for effective program implementation; supporting coordination with partners, NGOs, and public institutions; and providing assistance to other areas within the RAM unit as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a fourth-year university education in fields such as International Relations, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, or Social Sciences. Additionally, candidates should have at least four years of progressively responsible professional experience in monitoring and evaluation of programs or projects, including data collection tool design, field programming, data analysis, and reporting. Experience in effective communication with specialized technical teams and active participation in monitoring and evaluation plan formulation is also required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel, is essential, and familiarity with corporate systems in SAP and data analysis/visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, SPSS, R, or Stata is desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a minimum of a fourth-year university degree in relevant fields such as International Relations, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, or Social Sciences. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and nutrition issues that WFP addresses.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four years of professional experience with increasing responsibilities in monitoring and evaluation activities. Candidates should have hands-on experience in designing data collection tools, conducting fieldwork, analyzing statistical data, and developing visualizations and reports. Experience in collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders in the context of food security and emergency response is also essential.

Languages:
A basic knowledge of English is required for this position. While English proficiency is mandatory, additional language skills may enhance a candidate's profile, particularly in Spanish, which is the primary language of communication in El Salvador.

Additional Notes:
This position is a Special Services Agreement (SSA) level 4 contract with a duration of 11 months. The role is full-time and based in San Salvador, El Salvador. WFP encourages applications from women and individuals with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees during the application process and emphasizes the importance of submitting applications through their online recruiting system.