Programme Assistant (Identity Management)

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 numerous countries around the globe, employing thousands of individuals who are committed to its mission. WFP is recognized for its efforts in providing food assistance and is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, reflecting its significant contributions to humanitarian efforts worldwide. The organization values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that its workforce reflects the communities it serves, and it actively promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or identity.

Job Overview:
The Programme Assistant (Identity Management) position at WFP is designed to support the effective delivery of assistance packages through specialized and standardized policy and program-related processes. The role involves managing data activities related to beneficiary identity management, ensuring high data quality, and compliance with corporate requirements. The Programme Assistant will coordinate with various stakeholders, including program officers, to ensure timely cash disbursement to eligible beneficiaries and will be responsible for training staff on data collection and quality assurance. This position is crucial for maintaining accurate records and facilitating effective program implementation, ultimately contributing to WFP's mission of providing humanitarian assistance to those in need.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support programmatic needs and manage all data activities related to beneficiary identity management (IDM).
• Perform all activities related to beneficiary registration, enrolment, verification, approval, creation of PAF, and reconciliations in SCOPE, ensuring high data quality and compliance with corporate requirements.
• Coordinate with program officers on data-related tasks and ensure timely cash disbursement to eligible beneficiaries.
• Train focal staff on data collection and quality assurance, addressing inconsistencies and anomalies in the data.
• Implement mechanisms for data quality assurance, identifying and addressing data issues throughout the program cycle.
• Review and update project output/outcome databases, including village profiles and activity profiles, against planned versus achieved targets.
• Maintain records of households/beneficiaries who were initially selected but excluded for various reasons.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare dashboards, infographics, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform field visits to support focal points on all previous points. 1
• Assist in designing and implementing innovative projects that promote financial inclusion, focusing on improving access to digital payments and financial services. 1
• Prepare brief write-ups, concept notes, proposals, reports, and program strategies. 1
• Undertake any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a completion of secondary school education, with a post-secondary certificate or bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, business administration, economics, or a related functional area being desirable. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in program-related activities, with at least 3 years of experience in database management and monitoring of humanitarian or development projects. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with data are essential for this role.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate or a bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, public health, business administration, or economics is highly desirable. This educational foundation will equip candidates with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively perform the duties associated with the Programme Assistant role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in program-related activities, with at least 3 years specifically focused on database management and monitoring of humanitarian or development projects. This level of experience is crucial for ensuring that the candidate is well-versed in the complexities of managing data and supporting programmatic needs effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Urdu is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with beneficiaries and stakeholders, as well as for the preparation of reports and documentation. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not required.

Additional Notes:
This vacancy announcement is specifically for Pakistan Nationals only. The position is classified at Level 5 and equivalent, and it is intended to build a roster of prequalified applicants for future opportunities within the same job profile at the current or lower level in Pakistan. The deadline for applications is set for 2nd July 2026 at 23:59 GMT+05:00 Pakistan Standard Time (Karachi). WFP emphasizes the importance of an inclusive work environment and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Candidates are advised to apply exclusively through the WFP online recruiting system, as applications submitted through other channels will not be considered.