Resilience Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, established to save lives in emergencies and to use food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. WFP has been operational in Guinea since 1964, providing essential food assistance and working in partnership with the government to enhance nutrition, improve school attendance, and build sustainable food systems. The organization operates in numerous countries worldwide, employing thousands of staff dedicated to humanitarian efforts.

Job Overview:
The Resilience Officer position at WFP Guinea is crucial for managing resilience programs, particularly in agri-business and infrastructure. The incumbent will oversee the Guinea Commercial Agriculture Development project funded by the World Bank and will be responsible for planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of resilience activities. This role requires a strong focus on integrating climate resilience components into the overall risk management approach, ensuring that the programs align with WFP's mission to enhance community resilience to shocks and improve access to stable agricultural markets. The officer will work closely with various stakeholders, including government entities and regional offices, to design and operationalize resilience activities that meet the growing climate resilience needs of the population.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Resilience Officer will coordinate and manage all resilience activities, representing WFP Guinea in external meetings and events. Responsibilities include providing guidance to the Resilience Unit and Sub Office colleagues, maintaining an up-to-date implementation and expenditure plan, and ensuring effective project implementation in collaboration with various WFP units and external stakeholders. The officer will organize incoming missions, prepare briefing notes and presentation materials for management and donors, contribute to strategic documents, and secure funding for new initiatives. Additionally, the officer will manage donor contributions, ensure compliance with donor requirements, and incorporate gender considerations into all activities. The role also involves alerting management to challenges and performing any other duties as required by WFP Guinea.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess proven experience in resilience programming, particularly in managing projects related to agri-business and infrastructure. Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of the humanitarian context in Guinea are essential. The ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and to navigate complex operational environments is crucial. Familiarity with WFP policies and procedures, as well as experience in donor engagement and compliance, will be highly advantageous.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is required, typically a degree in fields such as international development, agriculture, environmental science, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees or specialized training in resilience programming or project management may be preferred.

Experience:
Candidates should have significant experience in resilience programming, ideally with a focus on agricultural development and infrastructure projects. Experience working in humanitarian contexts, particularly in West Africa, is highly desirable. Proven track record in project management, including planning, implementation, and monitoring, is essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in French is highly desirable given the operational context in Guinea. Knowledge of additional languages relevant to the local population may be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Conakry, Guinea, and may involve travel to various project sites. The role is full-time and may require flexibility in working hours to accommodate project needs and stakeholder engagements. Compensation and benefits will be aligned with WFP's policies and standards for international staff.