WFP Budget & Programming Officer NOB

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 individuals recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of extreme weather. WFP operates globally, with a mission to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. 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. WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, recognizing its efforts in combating hunger and promoting peace. The organization invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, providing opportunities for career advancement across its country, regional, and global offices.

Job Overview:
The WFP Budget & Programming Officer NOB position is designed to deliver budget and resource analysis and programming activities, typically characterized by a lower level of complexity. The officer will provide support to headquarters and regional bureaus, partnering with and assisting managers in applying best practices for the efficient, effective, and compliant utilization of funds. The role involves contributing to the implementation of plans and policies, coordinating budget and programming activities, and ensuring compliance with WFP's functional strategies. The officer will be responsible for reviewing budgets for accuracy and completeness, preparing funding proposals, and analyzing closure activities of Country Strategic Plans (CSPs) and Regional Bureau Plans (RBPs). The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure timely shortfall coverage and efficient utilization of contributions, as well as advising on the programming and utilization of funds in alignment with donor conditions.

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

• Contributing to the implementation of budget plans and policies by setting clear goals and coordinating processes for budget and programming activities.
• Reviewing budgets for accuracy, appropriateness, and completeness, providing feedback to stakeholders as needed.
• Reviewing and releasing budgets in WFP's corporate systems, ensuring all supporting documents are available.
• Supporting the preparation of funding proposals through donor trend analysis and proposing fund prioritization options.
• Analyzing CSPs/RBPs closure activities to ensure timely resource transfers and activity management.
• Reviewing and analyzing commodity pipeline requirements and collaborating with stakeholders for timely shortfall coverage.
• Participating in meetings to discuss resource allocations and corporate stock replenishments.
• Advising spending units on fund utilization and programming, proposing corrective actions as necessary.
• Monitoring fund sub allotments and coordinating inputs for the Resource Management Committee. 1
• Contributing to the preparation of reports as stipulated in contribution agreements. 1
• Supervising and guiding a small team, providing training to build capacity. 1
• Implementing improvements to systems and processes for better budget and resource management. 1
• Representing the unit in internal meetings and following emergency preparedness practices.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the WFP Budget & Programming Officer position include:

• An advanced university degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Additional professional training in project management, statistical analysis, or operational planning is desirable.
• Alternatively, a first university degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training may be accepted.
• At least three years of postgraduate professional experience in a relevant field is required.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in budget management and reporting are essential.
• Familiarity with information and financial systems that support operational implementation is necessary.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Statistics, Finance, or Economics. Additional professional training in project management, statistical analysis, or operational planning is considered an asset. Alternatively, a first university degree combined with relevant work experience and training may also qualify candidates for this position.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of three years of postgraduate professional experience in budget management, resource analysis, or a related field. Experience in preparing and managing operational budgets, as well as working with large datasets, is essential. Candidates should also demonstrate a thorough understanding of operational planning and business processes, and how these translate into resource management requirements.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Port Sudan and reports to the Senior Budget & Programming Officer. The role is full-time and involves supervising a small team. WFP offers an attractive compensation package and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization emphasizes a commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. 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.