Advocacy and Culture Lead P3 - Rome, Italy

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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.

Are you an organisational Advocacy & Culture specialist interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join an international organisation investing in its people?

If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Applications must be submitted by Sunday, 5th February 2023 (11:59 PM CET).

WHO WE ARE

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.

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: UN World Food Programme (WFP) and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter.

WHY JOIN US?

• 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 trainings, 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 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)

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

You will be joining a community of over 4,000 team members, worldwide – ranging from facility managers, engineers, and environmental officers to drivers and maintenance workers, managing critical Management Services (Administration and Engineering) that WFP’s humanitarian operations cannot run without. Management Services (Administration) ensure accessibility of facilities, and duty-of-care of employees and enable the actions of our more than 23,000 colleagues. At the core of WFP’s efforts to respond quickly to dynamic operational needs - Management Services is there!

The responsibilities of our Management Services professionals include managing travel, accommodation, and protocol support; delivering and maintaining fit-for-purpose facilities; managing WFP’s pool of assets including light & armoured vehicles; and providing guidance on oversight, internal controls, and anti-fraud management.

With the implementation of the Management Services Strategy covering the period 2023-2026, the HQ restructure, the repositioning of the function as Management Services and the shift towards providing a greater level of direct support to the field with enhanced engagement, advocacy & compliance with WFP’s corporate standards, the need for a unique skill set to manage a diverse portfolio which covers coordination/facilitation, change management, business continuity in the operationalizing of the MSD strategy, advocacy, facility design, engagement, culture & management is fundamental. For a successful implementation of the newly defined functional strategy, special attention, and efforts in the area of communication and advocacy will be required; the proposed timing is also in complete alignment with the implementation of the strategic workforce planning action plan where defined activities will require specific temporary support and dedicated communication actions to accompany the transformational journey the function is embarking on.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the direct supervision of the Director MSD and in close collaboration with the Workplace Culture Department and the Communications and Advocacy Division, the Advocacy & Culture Lead will perform the following duties:

• Provide direct support to the MSD director, MSD leadership team & regional MS leadership team on strategic positioning & messaging of key Management Services workstreams and ensuring comprehension of the overarching value add to the organization.
• Support the division's efforts building up communication, coordination, culture & engagement capacity and best-practice sharing across the organization.
• Oversee and guide the implementation of the MS Engagement, Advocacy & Culture strategy though a team of divisional focal points in liaison with relevant partners to promote an informed and engaged divisional community centred around WFP’s corporate values and workplace culture initiatives and objectives.
• Act as lead liaison with key functions within WFP like PRO Disability Inclusion, CAM, PCC, Diversity and inclusion & HR to ensure the division and function is actively informed, engaged and where appropriate, compliant with corporate standards and practices.
• Provide direct support to Regional Management Services officers in the conceptualization and delivery of key and important regional workshops.
• Act as the global gatekeeper of WFP’s facility brand identity, ensuring all new facility and engineering projects at HQ and throughout the field accurately represent WFP’s updated brand identity.
• Align all of MS key outward facing deliverables to WFP’s & MSD’s strategic vision & mandate.
• Develop a monitoring tool to digitally oversee the release of MS outputs and readership for responsive strategy development.
• Ensure a high level of consistency and accuracy, while adapting and updating content and events for this wide variety of audiences, on statements, newsletters, presentations, website content, briefings, articles, talking points, key messages and other campaigns for the division
• Work in close collaboration with counterparts to align activities and ensure a coherent approach to divisional and functional outreach and advocacy within WFP in relation to the functions workstreams and divisional/functional alignment with the WFP People Policy.
• Mitigate any reputational risk arising from the work of the MSD function (internally & externally) through foreseeing potential problem areas and provide tailored approaches to counter negative perceptions when required (internally & externally)
• Help engage internal partners to contribute to MSD strategies when appropriate
• Any other culture, advocacy & coordination tasks upon request.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT

• Successful implementation of advocacy, engagement and culture initiatives to achieve the functional change process (all staff meetings, regional workshops, webinars, keynote speakers, etc.) enhancing the overall transformation of the MS function.
• Support provided to HQ branches, RBs & COs to conceptualize strategic achievement of outlined objectives in relation to divisional and functional strategies & projects
• Staff feel equipped, informed and empowered to contribute to MS & WFP strategies
• Senior leadership is advised on best communication practices to promote transformational change
• Effective development and management of a team and network within the Division
• Senior management receives support on critical events, engagement & activities
• Any other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

You have:

• Master’s or Bachelor's Degree with additional years of related work experience within a humanitarian agency

Experience:

You have:

• At least 5 years of relevant, postgraduate experience including or supplemented by relevant engagement, workplace culture, architectural design, communications, management or public relations experience
• Proven experience in managing and coordinating multiple stakeholders

Language:

You have:

• Fluency (level C) in the English language.
• Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working langauge) would be an asset

MORE ABOUT YOU

You have:

• In-depth understanding of best engagement, advocacy and culture practices, change management principles and proven facilitation approaches
• Effective internal and external communications skills
• Strong stakeholder communications skills with the ability to persuade, influence, negotiate with diverse stakeholders
• Experience in specialized advocacy, engagement and workplace culture practices and applies this to all activities
• Managed small teams of staff with related areas of expertise in the delivery of innovative and engaging projects
• Proven Experience in managing and coordinating multiple stakeholders
• Provided support in leading projects and input into functional policies
• Be a force for positive change to address and raise awareness of the transformational nature of the MSD function as a strategic and operational business partner

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

These are the common standards of behaviour that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Leads by Example with Integrity Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork Applies Strategic Thinking Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others

Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change

Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth

Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things

Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives

Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

A Limited Fixed-Term Appointment (LFT) position is a non-mobile staff appointment in the international professional category for a limited period of up to 2 years.

WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.

The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We 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 potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at [email protected] in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment

WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.