Programme Associate (Nutrition & School Feeding) - SC6 - Kandahar at World Food Programme

, Kandahar Province, Afghanistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Coordination, Monitoring And Evaluation, Budget Tracking, Capacity Building, Stakeholder Management, Cash-Based Transfers, Social And Behavior Change Communication

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 14 July 2026-23:59-GMT+04:30 Afghanistan Time (Kabul) 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 WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok. WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal & 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). PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: Under the supervision of the Head of AO and guidance of the human capital technical leads (Nutrition, School feeding) the Programme Associate will support the design, implementation, and monitoring of WFP’s School Feeding and Nutrition programmes at the Area Office level. The role will provide operational support for integrated health, nutrition, and education initiatives including the Gates Foundation-funded project while coordinating with internal units (School Feeding, Nutrition, Emergency Response, RFS) and external partners. The Programme Associate will ensure programme alignment with WFP policies, donor requirements, and national priorities, and contribute to capacity building, reporting, knowledge management, and timely delivery of activities across targeted provinces and districts ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Consolidate, review, and generate weekly and monthly reports and datasheets capturing School Feeding and Nutrition Programme activities at AO level. Track project implementation progress, monitor budget utilization, and ensure adherence to donor requirements. Coordinate overall monitoring and reporting on education and nutrition support activities, including weekly programme updates for executive briefs and management tracking. Deliver technical guidance to Cooperating Partners (CPs) on the implementation of School Feeding and Nutrition activities, supporting them in achieving programme objectives. Participate in monthly Sub-Education and nutrition Cluster meetings and ad hoc meetings when required, representing WFP School Feeding and nutrition at AO level. Manage CP invoicing, process CP payments, and oversee field missions. Maintain active communication and collaboration with Emergency Response, RFS, and other WFP teams, ensuring integration of project activities into relevant plans, proposals, and FLAs. coordination forums, and relevant focal points to ensure effective project implementation. Support the planning, design, and implementation of evaluation assessments and process monitoring for education and nutrition interventions. Ensure systematic data collection, compilation, and reporting of awareness sessions in various formats. Coordinate with M&E teams to guarantee proper execution of baseline and endline studies. Maintain updated archives of evidence generation for AO and CO use. Ensure proper project planning, timelines, and targeting for both School Feeding and Nutrition activities. Monitor project milestones and promptly inform supervisors and CO staff of any changes affecting implementation. Conduct regular supervisory and quality assurance visits to project sites. Develop, manage, and track communication, training, and SBC materials in coordination with logistics, procurement, AOs, and partners to ensure timely dissemination at field level. Follow up on issues and challenges reported from the field and provide timely updates to supervisors and AOs. Keep project folders and files updated and prepare reports as per agreed timelines and formats. Perform other related tasks as required and delegated by the supervisor, including support to MCBP projects. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Education: First university degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Communication for development, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Psychology or any other related field. An advanced university degree would be an added advantage. Experience: At least 6 years of experience in implementing education, nutrition and SBCC related support activities in direct collaboration with government counterparts. Exposure with cash-based transfer programmes. Experience in coordination and facilitation of meetings with UN and government counterparts. Knowledge & Skills: Strong project management, analytical skills with ability to conceptualize complex issues, analyze data, produce thorough reports and policy recommendations. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to effectively interact and work with partners and colleagues especially in a hardship environment Languages: Fluency (level C) in English language, plus Pashto and/or Dari, preferably both WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. 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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, physical or mental disability. The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. We are the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. Read more about WFP’s history here, and WFP’s mission here Want to hear what it’s like working for WFP? Check out our newsletter highlighting the career stories of our passionate staff here: Pathway to WFP | LinkedIn Integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, inclusion. 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Responsibilities

Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of School Feeding and Nutrition programmes at the Area Office level. Coordinate with internal units and external partners to ensure alignment with donor requirements and national priorities.