KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)

• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of WFP-wide CBT programme design in line with both organizational strategy and the practical

realities of operating in the field.

• Translate the relevant CBT strategies into local CBT strategies through programme design ensuring compliance with WFP policies, EB decisions,

and audit recommendations.

• Provide technical advice on the design of innovative CBT programmes that are people-centred, prioritize women and are responsive to people’s changing needs and preferences.

• Develop and maintain partnerships with counterparts from governments and partners to enhance understanding of markets and the local

financial context and strengthen government community ownership.

• Implement and uphold IDM standards with regard to collecting, storing, and managing people’s personal data.

• Implement the Cash Assurance Framework; strengthen controls, and monitoring systems, and ensure that risk mitigation measures are in place;

implement cost assurance action plan covering CBT activities to design and deliver cash programmes.

• Contribute to cash-related thought leadership in fora on topics including taking a people-centred approach, Identity Management, digital financial inclusion, women’s economic empowerment.

• Contribute to the Country Strategic Plan formulation to support inclusion of the power of cash and a people-centered approach in the design of the

strategy.

• Design and set-up data management systems and processes (analysis, data cleaning, data verification and reconciliation).

• Manage and track payment instruments and confirmation of transfer value to ensure accountability.

• Provide technical advice and contribute to development of functional trainings in collaboration with HQ stakeholders to enhance the capacity of WFP

staff, Field resources, government and partners to design cash programmes.

• Contribute to an equitable and inclusive workplace which incorporates all dimensions of WFP diversity.

• Coordinate, coach and motivate a team of staff to enable high performance, ensure knowledge transfer and contribute to building talents.

• Ensure the best use of assigned financial resources within a moderate budget

• Support the inclusion of CBT contingency plans into CO emergency preparedness and emergency response plans to deliver cash rapidly and

effectively.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education: Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Business

Administration, Finance, Development Studies or other field relevant to international development assistance OR First University degree with

additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.

Experience: At least Three (3) years of relevant experience with Advanced University Degree OR First University degree with a minimum of five

(5) or more years of experience in development work, Programme management with managerial experience. previous work experience in resource

management with WFP is an added advantage.

Language: Fluent knowledge (Proficiency/level C) of English and Somali language.

Knowledge &Skills:

• Strong analytical skills, ability toassess andtake initiative; maturity ofjudgment, negotiation skills,oral and writtencommunicationskills, ability to

manage personnel and work in a team.

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, knowledge of standard WFP systems is an added advantage

How to apply

This position is open to qualified Somali national candidates only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP offers female

friendly spaces in the workplace

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through Workday using the link below:

• External Applicants: Click Here

• Internal Applicants: Click Here

Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. WFP is an equal

opportunity employer, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.

WFP does not charge any application fees to candidate