JOB PURPOSE

The monitoring assistant will supervise and follow up all the Programme activities implemented in the central areas. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1.   Perform specialized and/or standardized processes and activities within the specific technical area of work supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines. 
2.   Verify the planned movements and distribution of food or non-food items, reporting issues or discrepancies to the supervisor for timely resolution of problems and to ensure that the quantity distributed, and the quality of the operation is in line with WFP standards. 
3.   Maintain information records and monitoring plan documentation, such as records of commodity movements and programme checklists, to assist in the effective delivery and distribution of food items or non-food items.
4.   Collate assistance programme(s) data in accordance with clear direction, to support programme reviews and informative decision-making.
5.   Liaise with the partners and counterparts to gather feedback and comments to support programme reviews and improve services. 
6.   Receive and collate comments and feedback from partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries to support identifying programmatic issues with a view to fostering efficient operations. 
7.   Provide guidance for cooperating partners on WFP operational practices, monitoring tools and methods to support them to complete self-monitoring tasks and to contribute to the visibility of WFP in the coverage areas. 
8.   Conduct field missions/visits to achieve all the above-mentioned tasks and duties, as required. 
9.   Prepare field mission reports to document programme implementation. 

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK: COMMON STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR

Leads by Example with Integrity 

• Demonstrates the WFP values, principles and standards. 
• Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language. 
• Stays focused and calm when under pressure. 
• Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop. 

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments 

• Is accountable for the delivery of results. 
• Seeks guidance and support where needed. 
• Adapts readily to change adjusting work as needed. 

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative 

• Promotes teamwork by sharing ideas and openly raising issues. 
• Gives timely and constructive feedback to others. 
• Listens attentively to others and shares views.

Applies Strategic Thinking 

• Embraces WFP’s vision and how it impacts their role. 
• Shows curiosity and implements new ways of doing things when relevant. 
• Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team activities. 
• Asks questions to understand the impact of decisions for their objectives.

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships 

• Acts professionally with external partners. 
• Works together with partners to deliver common goals.
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Skills

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.

Experience: As minimum, of four (4) years of work experience in relevant areas.

Languages: Fluency in English and Arabic required. Knowledge of Kurdish or a second UN language is desirable.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Has experience working with Governmental technical counterparts.
• Has worked extensively in tasks that involved relationship building and community engagement.