Internship - Global Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Division, Rome, Italy

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, physical or mental disability.

Internship – Talent Acquisition and Deployment

Human Resources Division

HQ Rome, Italy

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. We are currently seeking to fill 3 intern positions in Talent Acquisition and Deployment Branch, Human Resources Division based in HQ Rome, Italy.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DIVISION

The Talent Acquisition and Deployment Branch is a strategic partner and acts as a Center of Excellence for WFP providing advice, support, trainings, tools, and corporate guidance on a range of talent management areas. We are committed to promote and implement diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and offer practical talent solutions, to support and advance WFP’s mandate.

Our team provides guidance and advice on job evaluation and position management, facilitates the international staff deployment through reassignment, ensures new talent is identified and sourced through different recruitment channels (young professionals, international professional and general service workforce, etc), and that appropriate FIT Pools and other rosters are established and readily available to immediately fill talent gaps.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Title of Post: Internship - Talent Acquisition and Deployment
• Supervisor: Global Talent Acquisition Officer
• Unit: HR Talent Acquisition and Deployment Branch
• Country: Italy
• Duty Station: Rome
• Duration of internship: 6-8 Months
• Expected Start Date: November 2023

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

We're seeking dynamic and driven individuals who bring not just knowledge and skills to the table, but a profound passion for people and innovative thinking. The successful candidates will be solution-oriented, committed to delivering top-notch customer service to both internal and external WFP stakeholders.

We are on a quest to find not just one, but three exceptional individuals who will help us acquire and engage top-tier talent.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Currently enrolled with at least two years undergraduate or graduate 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)
• Exposure to Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, and project management is highly desirable
• A deep commitment to and enthusiasm for humanitarian efforts, in alignment with WFP's mission and values
• Flexibility, multitasking prowess, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Strong attention to detail
• A results-oriented approach, with a focus on making a meaningful impact on global issues through your contributions
• Experience or a keen interest in working effectively in diverse, cross-cultural environments, fostering a global perspective
• An aptitude for collaboration, working seamlessly within the team and across departments to achieve collective objectives
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
• Experience with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is desirable

WORKING LANGUAGES

Excellent written and spoken English is required (proficiency/level C). Another UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, or Chinese) would be an asset

SUPERVISION

Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Officer, the candidate will perform the following duties:

• Gain a deep understanding of WFP’s programs and operations, to provide excellent talent acquisition support
• Collaborate with team members and contribute fresh ideas and solutions on special projects such as employer branding initiatives, recruitment projects, or process improvements.
• Support full lifecycle of recruitments which can include creating vacancy announcements within the Applicant Tracking System (SuccessFactors), screening candidates against established criteria and supporting technical assessments.
• Amplify our recruiting pipeline by sourcing passive candidates and leveraging social media and recruiting tools to showcase our organization and open positions.
• Maintain organized records of recruitment activities, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with confidentiality standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

TRAINING COMPONENTS

Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform, weLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.

LEARNING ELEMENTS

At the end of the assignment, the Intern should have a solid overview of WFP HR processes.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION

• VA Reference no: 829604
• Closing Date: 15 October 2023 at 11:59 pm Rome time

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.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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

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

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.

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