Programme Associate – Data Analysis

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, established to save lives in emergencies and to use food assistance as a means to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. WFP operates in around 83 countries, assisting over 100 million people each year. The organization is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. WFP has a strong focus on creating a healthy and inclusive work environment, living by its core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. The organization has received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its significant contributions to humanitarian efforts worldwide. WFP invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, providing opportunities for career growth across its global offices.

Job Overview:
The Programme Associate (Data Analysis) position at WFP is crucial for supporting data-driven assurance and oversight for Cash-Based Transfers (CBT). The role involves analyzing data related to identity management (IDM) and CBT assurance, which includes tasks such as reconciliation, anomaly detection, verification exercises, and reporting. The Associate will work closely with the CBT operational team and relevant stakeholders to ensure that WFP effectively reaches the right people and manages its relationships with communities responsibly and accountably. This position is vital for strengthening program controls, ensuring data quality, and facilitating evidence-based decision-making. The Associate will report directly to the National Officer for Cash-Based Transfers and will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of data used in WFP's operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Associate (Data Analysis) include:

• Analyzing IDM and CBT data to generate insights that support assurance, controls, and operational decision-making.
• Contributing to monthly CBT assurance outputs by performing data reconciliation, anomaly detection, verification, and required analyses.
• Writing and maintaining SQL queries and scripts to extract, reconcile, and validate data from corporate tools and country office systems.
• Performing routine data quality checks to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of CBT datasets and reports.
• Preparing monthly datasets and reporting outputs in line with corporate data governance and CBT requirements.
• Acting as a focal point for IDM and CBT assurance analysis and related reporting under the guidance of the supervisor.
• Supporting data availability and system transitions through dataset migration, testing, and coordination with HQ.
• Developing and maintaining dashboards and visualizations to support operational and management monitoring.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Programme Associate (Data Analysis) position include:

• Completion of secondary school education, with a post-secondary certificate in a related functional area being essential. A university degree is desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience, with at least 5 years in a relevant field and 1 year in any other field, preferably related to the position.
• Proficiency in SQL and Tableau, with experience in building visualizations.
• A problem-solving and client-oriented attitude is essential for success in this role.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in a related functional area is essential, while a university degree is considered desirable. This educational foundation is necessary to ensure that the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge and skills to perform the duties associated with data analysis and program support effectively.

Experience:
Candidates for the Programme Associate (Data Analysis) position should have a minimum of 6 years of experience. This experience must include at least 5 years in a relevant field directly related to the position, with an additional year in any other field. Ideally, the candidate's experience should be focused on data analysis, program management, or related areas to ensure they can contribute effectively to WFP's mission.

Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders, ensuring that data analysis and reporting are conducted accurately and efficiently.

Additional Notes:
The position is a fixed-term contract at the G6 level, with a duration of 12 months, which is renewable based on performance and organizational needs. The role is based in Amman, Jordan, and is part of WFP's commitment to providing an inclusive work environment. The organization does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations. All applications must be submitted through WFP's online recruiting system, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages of the recruitment process.