WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic or social origin, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged !
ABOUT WFP DJIBOUTI
WFP's strategy in Djibouti is aligned with Djibouti Vision 2035 and takes into account the regional strategies of the African Union, in particular Agenda 2063 and the Malabo Declaration on Accelerated Agricultural Growth, and the subregional strategies of the IGAD. It is also aligned with the UNDAF for 2018-2022 and builds on the relevant recommendations of the Zero Hunger strategic review. The fight against poverty is a major way to combat food insecurity in Djibouti. Agricultural potential is limited, but the agriculture, livestock and fisheries sectors offer opportunities for direct assistance to rural households exposed to food insecurity and malnutrition.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
This position is located in the Djibouti country office, and the incumbent reports to the Finance Officer.
We expect a holder at this level who demonstrates responsibility and initiative to answer questions independently while he/she only has general guidance. He/she must use judgment to manage unforeseen events on a daily basis. He/she is expected to manage resources and support and coordinate a team of support staff, or provide specific support services.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
Coordinate and provide financial, budgetary and administrative support services requiring the recording and interpretation of financial and budgetary information to ensure the proper functioning of support services and inform decision-making. To coordinate and provide finance, budget and administration support services involving the recording and interpretation of financial and budgetary information to ensure the efficient functioning of the support services and inform decision-making.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (indicative and non-exhaustive list)
LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR FRAMEWORK
Lead by example with integrity
• Respect WFP values, principles and standards - Demonstrate and encourage others to respect WFP values, principles and standards.
• Respect others and value diversity – Values diversity by using respectful and inclusive language, and encourages others to do the same.
• Remains focused and calm under pressure - Remains focused and calm under pressure and encourages others to do the same
• Demonstrates humility and willingness to learn - Demonstrates humility and willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and responding to feedback, and taking opportunities for professional development.
Achieves results and delivers on commitments
• Delivers results for maximum impact - Holds himself and/or others accountable for delivering results.
• Delegate appropriately – Achieve results against delegated tasks and seek advice and support where necessary.
• Easily adapts to change - Easily responds to change by adjusting work as necessary
Promotes inclusion and collaboration
• Is open to all and collaborates - Promotes inclusive teamwork and psychological safety by sharing ideas and openly raising issues
• Provides constructive and timely feedback - Promotes the development of others by providing constructive and timely feedback
• Constructs and shares new perspectives - Listens attentively to others to grasp, learn, construct and share new perspectives.
Applies strategic thinking
• Communicates and achieves WFP's vision - Realizes WFP's vision and is able to explain how its objectives support that vision
• Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things - Demonstrates curiosity and suggests new ways of doing things, where appropriate.
• Analyzes and evaluates data - Collects data and shares knowledge to inform decision-making within the team.
• Considers the impact of decisions - Implements decisions and asks questions to understand their impact on broader goals.
MINIMUM STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS
Education: University degree in finance, commerce, management or economics.
Language Knowledge: Proficiency in communicating in French, both oral and written, is required, with proficiency in other UN languages such as English considered an advantage.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE FUNCTION
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Type of contract: Fixed-term contract G6
Unit/Division: Finance
Duty station (city, country): Djibouti, Djibouti
Duration: 1 year renewable (Based on satisfactory performance, organizational needs and availability of funds)
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
May 30, 2024
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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to behaviors such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to meet WFP standards of conduct and will therefore be subject to rigorous internal or third-party background checks. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may result in disqualification or termination of employment.
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process, including the offer stage. Any request for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.