Budget & Programming Officer

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 to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of extreme weather. WFP operates in numerous countries around the globe, focusing on providing food assistance and support to those in need. The organization is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. WFP has a mission-driven workforce that values integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, and inclusion, and it aims to create a healthy and inclusive work environment for its employees. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, and it continues to invest in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs. The organization operates in multiple countries, with a diverse team dedicated to ensuring effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions worldwide.

Job Overview:
The Budget & Programming Officer position at WFP involves delivering budget and resource analysis and programming activities, typically with a lower level of complexity. The officer will provide support to the Headquarters and the Asia and the Pacific Regional Office (APARO), partnering with and assisting managers in applying best practices for the efficient, effective, and compliant utilization of funds. The role requires the incumbent to contribute to the implementation of plans and policies by setting clear goals and coordinating processes for budget and programming activities in compliance with WFP and functional strategies. The officer will also be responsible for reviewing budgets for accuracy and completeness, preparing funding proposals, and analyzing closure activities to ensure timely resource transfers. This position is crucial for maintaining operational effectiveness and ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately to meet the needs of the organization and the communities it serves.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Budget & Programming Officer include:

• Budget Planning and Management: Contributing to the implementation of plans and policies, coordinating budget and programming activities, reviewing budgets for accuracy and completeness, and supporting the preparation of funding proposals.
• Pipeline Management: Reviewing and analyzing commodity pipeline requirements, participating in meetings to provide feedback on resource allocations, and coordinating information for monthly pipeline working groups.
• Funds and Performance Management: Advising spending units on the programming and utilization of funds, monitoring fund sub allotments, and contributing to the preparation of reports for donors.
• Other Responsibilities: Preparing food demand plans, supervising a small team, collating and analyzing data for reports, implementing improvements in systems and processes, and representing the unit in internal meetings.
• Emergency Preparedness: Following standard emergency preparedness practices and contributing to technical recommendations and guidance.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Budget & Programming Officer position include an advanced university degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Alternatively, a first university degree with an additional two years of relevant work experience is acceptable. Additional professional training in project management, statistical analysis, or operational planning is desirable. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, experience in budget management, and familiarity with financial systems and operational planning processes. The ability to coach and mentor team members is also essential.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have an advanced university degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Statistics, Finance, or Economics. A first university degree combined with two additional years of related work experience is also acceptable. Additional training in project management or operational planning is considered an asset.

Experience:
The position requires three years of postgraduate professional experience in budget and programming, funds management, and resource management information. Experience in humanitarian operations, particularly in Myanmar or similar contexts, is highly valued. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to perform analytics of medium complexity and present findings effectively to various audiences. Experience in managing operational budgets and working with large datasets is also important.

Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written English and Burmese is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The position is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, based in Yangon, Myanmar. This vacancy is open only to Myanmar nationals, and female applicants and qualified candidates from minority groups are especially encouraged to apply. WFP offers a competitive benefits package, including salary, pension, leave, and medical insurance. The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 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.