Facilitator for EvalforEarth Community of Practice

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 extreme weather. WFP is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The organization operates globally, with a workforce that is diverse, skilled, and high-performing, dedicated to the values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. WFP has received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its significant contributions to humanitarian efforts worldwide. The organization invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, offering exciting career paths across its country, regional, and global offices.

Job Overview:
The Facilitator for EvalforEarth Community of Practice will play a crucial role in enhancing the activities of the EvalforEarth CoP, which focuses on knowledge sharing related to evaluation methods in agriculture, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, rural development, and environmental issues. This position is home-based but may require travel if budget permits. The facilitator will be responsible for community engagement, content management, governance, reporting, and finance partnering. The role requires a proactive approach to facilitate discussions, organize webinars, and ensure effective communication among community members. The facilitator will also curate content for the EvalForEarth web platform and manage social media engagement to amplify the community's initiatives. This position is vital for maintaining the community's relevance and effectiveness in the global evaluation landscape.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement and Facilitation: Conduct research to identify emerging topics for discussions and webinars, liaise with agencies and members to shape proposals, review and approve new members, manage mailing lists, facilitate discussions, and organize webinars and events.
• Content Management: Curate and update content on the EvalForEarth platform, ensure timely translations, and manage social media engagement.
• Governance and Reporting: Monitor community activities, collect data on indicators, maintain exchanges with supporting agencies, coordinate meetings, and prepare progress reports.
• Finance and Partnering: Support partnership operationalization, seek collaboration opportunities, and monitor budgets, presenting financial reports to the Steering Group.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in Communications, Social Sciences, or related fields from a reputable institution. They should have a minimum of 7 years of relevant post-graduate experience in community management, facilitation, or knowledge management, particularly in international relations. Candidates should demonstrate excellent understanding of web-based systems and content management, strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively. Familiarity with evaluation methods in agriculture and food security is an asset, as is knowledge of WFP, FAO, IFAD, and CGIAR.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in Communications, Social Sciences, or related fields is required. This educational background should be from a reputable institution, ensuring that candidates have a solid foundation in the necessary skills and knowledge relevant to the position.

Experience:
A minimum of 7 years of relevant post-graduate experience is required, specifically in community management, facilitation, or information and knowledge management. Candidates should have experience in international relations and related areas of work, demonstrating their capability to manage and facilitate community engagement effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English is mandatory (Level C). Proficiency in French and/or Spanish is considered an asset (Level B). Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in these languages to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is a consultancy role with a contract duration of 11 months, with a maximum of 198 workdays. The role is remote-based, allowing for flexibility in work location. The WFP emphasizes a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in its hiring practices, ensuring an inclusive work environment. The compensation package will be attractive, and further details can be found in the Terms and Conditions section of the vacancy announcement. Candidates are advised to apply through the online recruiting system, as applications sent through other channels will not be considered.