Central African Republic: Reports Officer P2, Central African Republic
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 30 Apr 2014
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of Reports Officer at P2 level, which will be based in our country office in Bangui, Central African Republic.
Under the general supervision of the Country, the Reports Officer will be responsible for the following key duties:
- Coordinate reporting activities;
- Monitor and review regular sources of information and data required for preparation of reports, e.g., information from NGOs, news clippings, surveys, information from field monitors, food statistics reports;
- Write a regular situation report for WFP Headquarters summarising WFP activities; assist in the preparation, writing and editing of all other reports required by Headquarters;
- Gather and analyse information about donor policies, trends and preferences;
- Prepare donor appeals and reports including the Standard Project Report for the Annual Reporting Exercise, in conjunction with Programme and Logistics Officers;
- Act as public information focal point in the absence of in-country Public Information Officer;
- Prepare press releases, media briefs, talking points, donor visibility materials and organise advocacy campaigns in the absence of in-country Public Information Officer;
- Compile field level information required for operational reports to donors;
- Liaise with Headquarters (Analysis, Assessment and Preparedness Division) and provide local input on the production of maps;
- Liaise as needed with Donors, NGOs and other UN agencies;
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications & Experience Required
Education:
- University degree in Journalism, English, Social Sciences, International Relations, Communications, or other related fields.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of postgraduate professional experience as a journalist, public information officer, information management specialist or similar speciality;
- Proven experience in developing information strategies and programmes within the country context;
- Experience in humanitarian operations or field-based development cooperation is highly desirable.
Technical Skills & Knowledge:
- Training and/or experience utilising computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard WFP software packages and systems;
- General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration is desirable.
Competencies:
- Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgement and tact;
- Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written;
- Good analytical and negotiation skills;
- Ability to work in a team, and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds;
- Ability to carry out tasks under pressure and minimal supervision;
- Ability to develop greater expertise through exposure to a range of programme development and implementation activities.
Language:
- Proficiency (working knowledge) in both English and French;
- Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Spanish, Russian or Chinese) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages) is desirable.Terms and Conditions
The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year.
WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, 30 days’ annual vacation, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP.
http://www.wfp.org Click on: “Our work” and “Countries” to learn more about WFP’s operations.
http://icsc.un.org Click on: Quick Links > Salary Scales > by date
http://www.unstaffmobility.org Learn more about countries where the UN operates.
How to apply:
Application procedures:
Go to: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/14-0015035 Step 1: Create your online CV. Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application.
NOTE: You must complete Step 1 and 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.
Deadline for applications:30 April 2014
WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. Qualified female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply.
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.
REF: 14-0015035
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