Overview
Contribute to the VAM evidence base that supports food security and nutrition policies and programmes. Support the development of systems and tools for the monitoring and assessment of food assistance needs.
Tasks Summary
- Contribute to the development of VAM projects and activities, plans and processes.
- Support the development of systems and tools for the monitoring and assessment of food assistance needs.
- Support the development of food security and vulnerability analysis and the preparation of timely reports.
- Provide assistance on the coordination of data gathering and monitoring systems.
- Liaise with implementing partners to monitor ongoing projects.
- Support the capacity building of WFP staff, partners and national government.
- Provide support to relevant partners focusing on food security and nutrition issues.
- Guide and supervise more junior staff.
- Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required.
Experience Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of several statistical tools and methods for food security analysis.
- Developed practical expertise in food security analysis and mapping by participating in multiple assessments in countries, including the design, data collection and analysis.
- Demonstrated technical knowledge and understanding of WFP vulnerability mapping systems and emergency assessment standards.
Qualification Requirements
Advanced University degree in Economics, Food Security, Statistics, Data Science, Public Health/Nutrition, Geography or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
