Junior Consultant Knowledge Management - Global Privacy Office

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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 a Knowledge Management 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 a global 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.

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

WFP is on a focused path towards digitally transforming how it operates and how it best serves those in need so that it can accelerate the goal of achieving zero hunger by 2030. Digital services are at the core of WFP’s digital capabilities, and it is integral to ensuring that we continuously enhance our services to the people we serve.

This position is located in the Global Privacy Office (GPO) of the World Food Programme which was created in 2021 to strengthen the privacy posture of the organization under the leadership of the Data Protection Officer.

Under the supervision of the Global Data Protection Officer, you will support the implementation of WFP’s Privacy programme.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

You will:

• Act as the Knowledge Management (KM) focal point in implementing the KM Action Plan
• Support the development of KM guidance and tools for the GPO
• Support with the GPO communication plan as necessary
• Support with the implementation of the Privacy Software(s) and tools.
• Perform any other duties as required

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

You will ensure that the KM plan for the GPO is operating smoothly and that all work and materials developed during the contract are well-documented and available to the GPO team.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

You have:

• Advanced university degree in a relevant discipline (including but not limited to: law, computer science, information technology, data protection, and security) or related field with relevant work experience;

Knowledge & Skills:

You have:

• Knowledge of Knowledge Management approaches and practices
• Ability to produce high-quality written materials, including graphically based products, PowerPoint presentations, text documents
• Prior relevant work experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Relevant experience with Office 365
• Analytical abilities, both quantitative and qualitative
• Collaborative spirit to liaise with a wide range of people at various levels and across different cultures;
• Time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles;
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and also as part of a team;
• Committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN World Food Programme.

Language:

You have:

• Fluency (level C) in the English language.
• Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language is a plus: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Applications must be submitted by Tuesday, January 17, 2023 (10:59 PM CET).

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

The position is on an international consultancy contract for an initial period of 11 months and it's extendable subject to funding and performance.

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.

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.