UN World Food Programme Programme Policy Officer (Grant Management) Jobs in Nigeria
UN World Food Programme Programme Policy Officer (Grant Management) Jobs in Nigeria
About WFP The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
Organizational Context and Job Purpose
Under the general supervision and guidance of the Head of Subunit, the Programme Policy Officer – Grants Management will assist in the management of Programme activities of moderate size or complexity that effectively meet food assistance needs and provide technical advice or oversight on programme implementation.
The position will focus on the management of funds from budget preparations, monitoring of expenditure plans and technical oversight of funds management during activity implementation.
Standard Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master’s level in development, economics, finance/ accounting, social sciences, business and/or relevant fields
Experience: 5 years and more
Knowledge & Skills:
Proficient knowledge of the WFP Programme cycle, Projects funds management, and report quality writing and editorial skills. Proficiency in Microsoft software and research skills.
Languages: Fluent English both written and spoken (Level C).
Key Accountabilities
Provide support to the head of subunit to lead funds management workstream for all programme related costs, ensuring that timely actions are taken for efficient utilization of allocated resources
Provide guidance and technical support to the CO programme team on FLA budget development process and review budgets before CPC
Tailored support is provided to programme team, activity managers and partnership sub-unit in what relates to funds management and budgeting
Ensure quarterly expenditure plans for programme are consolidated on timely manner and actions are taken for making funds available across relevant activities and cost categories
Fund management support is given to activity managers, including full cost recovery calculations, maximum number of beneficiaries covered over time for specific contributions.
Contribute to maintain the efficiency of funds management including grant and open items monitoring and allocation of expenditures
Establishing systems to monitor, track, clear and report on invoice processing in coordination with the overall partnership unit
Monitor WINGS FLA costs utilization against expiring grants, coordinate the clearance of open items, advances and provide regular reports
Coordinate and contribute to preparation of WFP’s inputs to the Humanitarian Response Plan in Nigeria, including engagement at relevant inter-sectoral planning events/discussions.
Desired Experiences for Entry Into the Role
• Has gained experience in implementing technical programs (i.e. nutrition, etc.).
• Has implemented programmes and provided input into designing operations.
• Has provided input into policy discussions and decisions.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UN World Food Programme Programme Policy Officer (Grant Management) Jobs in Nigeria
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