The Ugandan Jobline

• Manage effectively the Field Office to ensure
  the continued development of a cohesive and a high performing team;
• The jobholder will plan and manage WFP field
  operations within the area of assignment to ensure effective and efficient
  delivery of food assistance and that daily operational issues are timely
  resolved to prevent losses or delays;
• Regularly monitor efficient utilization of
  allocated resources and ensure actions are in line with agreed plans, and
  any deviations are reported to the Area/Country Office;
• Hold accountability for the security of WFP
  staff, operations, premises and assets in the Field Office to ensure that
  WFP security and safety standards are locally set and followed. Actively
  participate and contribute to the Area Security Management Team (ASMT);
• Carry out timely monitoring and evaluation of
  activities and prepare accurate and comprehensive reports on WFP’s
  operations and performance with regular and timely submission for
  Area/Country Office review to inform efficient operational planning and
  decisions;
• Build partnerships to improve assistance
  packages, develop and sustain liaison with local government authorities,
  international and local NGOs, UN agencies, civil societies, beneficiaries
  and other partners and media engaged in the field of food security;
• Build effective and collaborative relations
  with the local authorities and contribute to the expertise sharing and
  capacity building for effective preparedness and response to food
  assistance needs;
• Ensure extensive and frequent presence at
  project areas, distribution sites and centres;
• Perform any other related duties as required;

• The applicants for the United Nations UN World
  Food Programme (WFP) Head of Field Office job opportunity should hold an advanced
  University degree in Economics, International Development, Social Sciences
  or other related field attained from a recognized institution Or a first
  University degree with additional years of related work experience in the
  mentioned fields;
• A minimum of six (6) years of post-graduate
  relevant working experience in public sector management, development
  projects and/or emergency assistance gained from reputable organizations;
• Previous experience working in Karamoja and
  or with livelihood and food security programmes is preferred;
• Significant experience working with projects
  similar to WFP food assistance activities is an advantage;
• Relevant experience in the analysis,
  planning, and monitoring of programme activities;
• Proficiency in both oral and written English
  is essential;
• Good working knowledge and experience using
  MS Office applications is a must.

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