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ABOUT WFP
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) 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. In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their lives. On average, WFP reaches more than 80 million people with food assistance in 80 countries each year. The organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to food and contribute to lasting solutions, especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas.
Brief description of WFP in Uganda
WFP delivers food assistance in emergencies and work with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. WFP provides life-saving food assistance and livelihood opportunities to refugees in Uganda. In addition, WFP assists the most vulnerable people in Karamoja with food and nutrition assistance. Finally, WFP works with smallholder farmers and links them to markets.
As Uganda strives to achieve Zero Hunger by 2030 and become a middle-income country by 2040, WFP is also assessing its relevance and repositioning its role in Uganda.
ARE YOU UP TO THE CHALLENGE?
We are seeking qualified individuals for the position of Business Support Assistant (Project Research) SSA3 to be based in Kampala . Selected candidates will be employed on Special Service Agreement
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
These jobs are found in Country Offices (COs), Regional Bureaux (RBs), and Headquarters (HQ). Job holders typically provide administrative support to team(s) and/or support a specific business stream, and report to the relevant Associate. At this level, work is carried out under close supervision or immediately available assistance. Job holders are expected to produce organised and accurate work.
JOB PURPOSE
To deliver a range of routine business support tasks, to ensure that staff are effectively supported.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
In this role the Project Research Assistant will be responsible for supporting the pilot project implementation, ensuring quality and results by:
• Conducting desk research, finding and compiling data, synthesizing key information mainly but not only for the cost benefit analysis (CBA) as well as the environmental study.
• Providing support to pilot project implementation, guaranteeing quality, efficiency and effectiveness. Summary of Key Functions: Conducting desk research, finding and compiling data, synthesizing key information for the cost benefit analysis (CBA) as well as the environmental study.
• Uncover the objectives of the research project and research study, start scientific research
• Develop a research plan and research study using research participants or research subjects.
• Submit findings to the project manager for review and approval.
• Review experiment data and document findings from the initial work.
• Work closely with the project manager to define, plan, and execute an experiment in Uganda.
• Log experiment data sets or research data, and prepare reports (graphs, spreadsheets, scientific models, and more).
• Compile, synthesize and analyze research collected from official secondary sources.
• Assist with quality control measures for survey links and presentation documents.
• Assist with presentation and report creation (for both qualitative and quantitative research projects), including analysis, data entry, and chart/table creation in Excel/PowerPoint Providing support to pilot project implementation, guaranteeing quality, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provides administrative and operation support on implementation of the project;
• Support the organization of project reviews/tripartite meetings;
• Support the timely preparation and submission of progress reports and project reviews;
• Maintain up-to-date files and records of project documentation;
• Provide logistical support for workshops and other meetings as tasked by the project manager;
• Ensure a high-quality research experience for all research sub
Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES
Purpose
- Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
- Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
- Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
- Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.
People
- Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
- Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
- Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
- Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.
Performance
- Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
- Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
- Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
- Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.
Partnership
- Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
- Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
- Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
- Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualification, Experience and Languages required: Education: Post Graduate University degree such as Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree; preferably in environmental management studies, waste management, social sciences, or related area. Experience:
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
• Experience in the areas of development related projects, environment, waste management, supply chain, or related subjects will be considered as an advantage.
• Experience working with government counterparts;
• Previous work experience in a research assistant position preferred. Language requirements: English Skills: Attention to detail, critical thinking, technical and analytical, data collection, data analysis, ability to maintain quality, planning and scheduling, computer and math, interviewing, time management, adaptability and stress management, communication, leadership and problem solving
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Thursday 4th November 2021
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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.