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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.

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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).

JOB TITLE:

IT Systems Designer and Data Coordinator

TYPE OF CONTRACT:

Regular Consultant

UNIT/DIVISION:

Security Division (SEC)

DUTY STATION (City, Country):

Rome, Italy – Working remotely

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

SEC supports WFP operations in high-risk environments by ensuring effective security risk management under the UN Security Management System. This requires timely, accurate, and actionable security data to inform operational decisions, demonstrate compliance, and support duty-of-care obligations. The increasing volume and complexity of information require require stronger data governance, streamlined workflows, and scalable analytics solutions to enable evidence-based security decisions at Global Headquarters and in Country Offices.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The consultant, under the direct supervision of the Head of the Business Transformation Unit (SECIB), is expected to:

Develop a structured approach in data collection and monitoring

Provide advice and guidance on the planning, design and implementation of data collection for reporting, performance indicators, compliance, incident management, and other security-related monitoring and evaluation needs.

Gather, assess, and document business and end-user requirements.

Coordinate the effective use of data visualization and analytics for WFP Security globally

Assess the needs for information products; create visualizations, as required.

Support the development of quality information products and dashboards.

Scale data-driven solutions for Security globally.

Support digital transformation into new processes and practices

Streamline information management of documents and data.

Draft relevant guidance documents, including guidance on data collection and monitoring in the security context.

Provide support to the digital roadmap implementation, while encouraging a positive behavioral change.

Identify new ways to innovate and improve internal operations and monitor current digital evolution of Security Division.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

• Guidance on the data collection process in the security context.
• Support for data collection for security-related monitoring and evaluation needs.
• A coordinated approach for data visualization and analytics.
• Development of relevant training materials and courses.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Advanced university degree in information systems, engineering, business, communications, social sciences or other relevant field, or first university degree with additional years of related work experience.

Experience:

At least 3 years of progressively responsible international experience in business systems analysis, monitoring and evaluation, or information management. At least 1 year of experience in digital transformation, change management or management consulting. At least 1 year of United Nations or humanitarian non-governmental organization experience is desirable.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Experience in the implementation of technology-related projects.
• Good analytical abilities, both quantitative and qualitative: ability to perform advanced analysis in excel and produce high-quality written materials, including PowerPoint presentations as well as text documents;
• Experience with optimization of processes and business process analysis
• Experience with data visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI
• Collaborative spirit to liaise with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures, with credibility and diplomacy;
• Time management skills with an ability to plan, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles, and an ability to juggle competing priorities successfully, and to work on tight deadlines;
• Self-motivated and able to work with a certain degree of autonomy and/ or in team;
• Detail-oriented with a client-oriented and user-centric approach in solutions
• Knowledge of data governance and data privacy principles

Languages:

Excellent command of spoken and written English (fluency/level C). Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  [email protected]

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

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.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.