Fsin Secretariat, Food Security And Nutrition Analyst

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS23 October *********:59 GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)WFP celebrates and embraces diversity.It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status, or disability.ABOUT WFPThe World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization that saves lives in emergencies and uses food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.WHY JOIN WFPWFP is a **** Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse and multicultural working environment.WFP invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR REGULAR CONSULTANCY CONTRACTSJOB TITLE:FSIN Secretariat Food Security and Nutrition AnalystTYPE OF CONTRACT:WAE CSTUNIT / DIVISION:FSIN / APPIDUTY STATION:Rome, ItalyDURATION:NTE 31st December ****BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENTThe Food Security Information Network (FSIN) is a multi-partner initiative co-sponsored by FAO, IFPRI, FEWSNET, JRC, IPC and WFP to exchange knowledge and best practices on food security and nutrition analyses.Its Secretariat is based in the Analysis, Planning and Performance (APP) Division of WFP in Rome, Italy.The FSIN Secretariat uses a consultative and consensus-based approach to facilitate the production of analytical food security publications and to support the strengthening of country and regional capacities for data collection, analysis and decision-making.FSIN MAIN ACTIVITIESFacilitating global and regional analytical products such as the Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC) and its by-products and updates with 16 partner organisations.Supporting activities related to data and information gaps.Facilitating support to regional or national food security information systems.The Food Security and Nutrition Officer will contribute to the work of the FSIN Secretariat and report to the FSIN Technical Coordinator.ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES1. Contribute to the production of GRFC Suite of Products:Evaluate food security assessment characteristics to ensure that GRFC technical requirements are met (methodology, analysis coverage, report relevance, analytical rigor and quality of report content).Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on food crises and associated topics.Analyse food security, nutrition and displacement data for the reporting year to derive key messages and evidence.Support the technical review and quality assurance checks for FSIN analytical products to ensure content consistency and language quality.Lead the drafting of country, regional and global analyses as required.Support the elaboration and/or revision of technical guidance notes.Contribute to the management of the FSIN database.Support the production of country, regional and global maps as required.2. Coordination of Technical Working Groups including for the GRFC as requested to:Lead the working-level interactions, prepare and facilitate weekly/fortnightly meetings.Support the identification and validation of data with key partners.Facilitate consensus-based decision-making for the FSIN analytical products.3. Strengthen relationships with FSIN partner organisations, including joint product development and technical support.4. Support the development of dissemination material (e.g., PowerPoint presentations for various audiences and fora; factsheets and expanded summaries for technical audiences).5. Any other duties as required.DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACTThe Global Report on Food Crisis ****.Food security and nutrition data-related analytical products as requested.Technical support provided to partners.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREDEducation:A Master's degree in food security, nutrition, economics, public health or a related field.Experience:At least six years of professional experience (preferably in an international context) in food security, nutrition and/or displacement analysis and assessment, data analysis and research.Experience coordinating multi-partner working groups is essential.Experience contributing to multi-stakeholder technical publications would be an asset.Experience with GIS would be an asset.Knowledge & Skills:Experience leading technical working groups and facilitating consensus-based decision-making.Deep knowledge of food security and nutrition assessment methodologies and indicators, including IPC, WFP CARI, HNO, HTO, IPC AMN, MICS and SMART surveys.Strong writing skills and ability to translate technical documents into easily understood material.A proven track record of data analysis and data management.Capacity to assume leadership over key work streams such as drafting and data analysis.Proven ability to work independently and deliver work under tight deadlines.Strong coordination skills and experience managing partnerships.Ability to work in a small team and establish good working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds.Languages:Fluency (spoken and written) in English and competency in French or Spanish.WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORKWFP Leadership Framework guides the common standards of behaviour that guide how we work together to accomplish our mission.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONWFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.If you require a reasonable accommodation please contact us.NO FEE DISCLAIMERThe United Nations does not charge any application processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process.Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONWe strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).Once your profile is completed, please apply and submit your application.Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language.Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and cover letter.Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may be requested at a future time.Please contact us if you face any challenges with submitting your application.All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit and individual qualifications.WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of authority.Therefore all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.#J-*****-Ljbffr