Intern, Talent Acquisition

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. We are seeking to hire an Intern in our Talent Acquisition Branch on a remote basis, the indivual will be working business hours of our Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The Internship will be for a period of six months with a possible extension to a maximum of 8 months starting asap.

Who We are and What We Do:

The Talent Acquisition Branch supports the organization to equip its workforce with the right capabilities by sourcing top talent and building a talent pipeline for future needs. To successfully achieve this goal, Talent Acquisition Team’s portfolio includes the following key responsibilities:

• Manage recruitment of international professional globally across the organization
• Serve as WFP's Centre of Excellence to support field HR offices with expertise, advice and the tools necessary for Talent Acquisition
• Build and communicate an engaging employer brand aligned with WFP's strategic plan and People Strategy to attract and compete for the best talent.

What are we looking for?

A dynamic and motivated individual who will bring not only their knowledge and interest to the role but who possesses a passion for people and bringing innovative ideas to the table in all areas of Talent Acquisition. The successful candidate will have a strong solution-oriented approach coupled with a dedication to providing top-tier customer service to both internal and external WFP clients.

Key outputs/Responsibilities:

• Gain a deep understanding of WFP’s programs and operations, to provide excellent talent acquisition support
• Contribute to the team’s ongoing projects including proposing viable approaches and solutions
• Manage vacancy announcements in the Applicant Tracking System (SuccessFactors): job postings, open position information, etc
• Support system creation of technical assessments
• Screen candidates against an established set of criteria
• Help boost recruiting pipeline by sourcing passive candidates and leveraging social media to publicize the organization and open roles
• Perform other duties as required.

Supervision (Level/Methods of Supervision)

Under the direct supervision of an experienced Global Talent Acquisition Officer, the incumbent will be provided with close mentoring, guidance and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be elemental part of the supervision. With the support of a comprehensive induction package and assignment of a buddy/mentor, the intern will rapidly become a productive member of the team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Currently enrolled with at least two years undergraduate studies completed, or recently graduated (within the past six months) studies in in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Management, or related area preferred
• University course attendance in the past 12 months
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent command of English; Working knowledge of a second UN language would be an asset
• Work experience or exposure to Talent Acquisition, Human Resources and project management highly desirable
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and diplomacy
• Ability to think creatively and strategically
• Ability to be flexible, multi-task, prioritize, and manage multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Strong attention to detail

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Knowledge of social media outreach platforms highly desirable.

Closing Date

Sunday 7, February

Terms and Conditions

• Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$1000 per month depending on the duty station of assignment.
• WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
• WFP will reimburse travel ticket for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country.
• WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.
• Candidates who bear any of the following relations to WFP staff members are not eligible to apply: sons, daughters, brothers or sisters.

Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

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.