The consultant will support the strategic positioning and operational roll-out of WFP’s social protection portfolio in Chad. This includes contributions to national policy dialogue, the development and implementation of shock-responsive systems, and coordination with government stakeholders, UN agencies, and development partners.
Responsibilities:
Support WFP Chad’s strategic engagement in national social protection policy processes, including the implementation and operationalization of the National Social Protection Strategy and related legislative frameworks.
Support advocacy and policy dialogue efforts with government and partners to facilitate the finalization and validation of the National Social Protection Strategy, ensuring it reflects inclusive, risk-informed, and shock-responsive approaches.
Provide policy advice and technical inputs to ensure WFP’s programming aligns with national systems and priorities.
Support the expansion and operationalization of the national social registry as a core building block of the social protection system, including its use in both routine and crisis-response contexts.
Contribute to the integration of social protection interventions within the national response plan to the crisis in the East, in coordination with relevant humanitarian and development stakeholders.
Maintain close communication and regular coordination with the West Africa Regional Bureau to ensure alignment of national activities with regional strategies, facilitate knowledge sharing, and support coherent programmatic approaches across countries in the Sahel.
Oversee the implementation of the Sahel Social Protection Joint Project in Chad, in close collaboration with the Government, UNICEF, and relevant national stakeholders, ensuring effective coordination and alignment with regional priorities.
Lead WFP’s contribution to joint planning, implementation monitoring, and reporting (both internal and donor-facing), in coordination with the M&E, Programme, and Finance teams.
Coordinate the engagement of implementing partners (including financial service providers, NGOs, and technical partners), ensuring the quality, efficiency, and strategic alignment of their contributions to programme objectives.
Facilitate joint programme reviews, learning events, and harmonization activities with UNICEF and government counterparts to support adaptive management and continuous improvement.
Ensure that all programme documentation, communications, and visibility materials accurately reflect the results, lessons, and contributions of WFP and its partners under the Joint Programme in Chad.
Education:
Advanced University degree (or equivalent experience) in Public Policy, International Development, Social Sciences, Economics, or related field.
Work Experience:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in social protection, humanitarian programming, or resilience-building—preferably 7 years— with demonstrated expertise in programme design, policy engagement, and coordination with government and development partners.
Proven experience working with government institutions on social policy development or programme implementation, ideally in low-income or fragile contexts.
Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, or evaluation of social protection or safety net programmes, including shock-responsive or adaptive approaches.
Previous experience in the Sahel region is highly desirable.
Experience working with WFP or another UN agency is considered an asset.
Skills:
Solid understanding of social protection systems and their links to food security, nutrition, and climate resilience.
Strong analytical and writing skills; ability to translate complex concepts into practical recommendations.
Familiarity with cash-based transfers, vulnerability targeting, and social registries.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Knowledge of WFP’s tools and programming approaches is an asset.
Languages:
Fluency in French (Level C) is required.
Working knowledge of English (Level B) is desirable.
