United Nations World Food Programme Jobs in Ethiopia

United Nations World Food Programme Admin Associate, GS-6, Gambella, (1) (53563) Career Opportunities in Ethiopia

About WFP:

The World Food Programme (WFP) is United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger, WFP is continually responding to emergencies. We save lives by getting food to the hungry fast. But WFP also works to help prevent hunger in the future. We do this through programmes that use food as a means to build assets, spread knowledge and nurture stronger, more dynamic communities. This helps com- munities become more food secure. On average, WFP aims to bring food assistance to more than 80 million people in 80 countries.

Accountability:

Verify resource requirements in the area of responsibility (WFP facilities, assets, light vehicle fleet, etc.), and assist in the identification of new requirements to facilitate efficiency and cost effectiveness of operations and services.

Responsible for provision of services such as facilities management, travel, protocol and light vehicle management related, etc., reporting any discrepancies to the supervisor for consistent and timely delivery of services, to ensure the provision of a safe and comfortable working environment for WFP staff.

Support the production of various data and compile and prepare reports in order to contribute to the provision of accurate

information for informative decision-making and to support the effective and timely management of WFP resources.

Contribute to planning, monitoring and processing administrative actions related to procurement, finance, human resources, etc., including contracts with external vendors to ensure all data is accurately and timely recorded, processed in WFP corporate systems and any operational issues addressed.

Adapt and update administrative processes, supporting the implementation of operating procedures, in order to contribute to the continuous improvement of administration services in the area of responsibility.

Desired Experience for Entry into the Role:

• Has demonstrated a sound understanding of administrative operating standards and awareness of international humanitarian development issues through day to day work.
• Has provided ad-hoc guidance to new staff members.

Standard Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Completion of secondary school education.

A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area.
Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible support work experience, including at least three years in [administration or other related field.
Language Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

Knowledge of the local language is added advantage.

How to Apply:

For more information and job application details, see; United Nations World Food Programme Admin Associate, GS-6, Gambella, (1) (53563) Career Opportunities in Ethiopia

Deadline: 26 May 2017