Senior Data Protection Specialist 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 a Data Protection 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 organization 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, June 19, 2022 (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.

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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 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)

THE ROLE AND ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This position is located in the Global Privacy Office (GPO) of the World Food Programme Headquarters in Rome, Italy.

WFP is on a focused path toward 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. Data Protection is at the core of these services to make sure we protect the people we serve.

Under the direct supervision of WFP’s Global Data Protection Officer (DPO), the Data Protection Specialist will provide strategic, technical, and operational support as part of the WFP Global Privacy Office and will play a central role in the successful shaping and implementation of a comprehensive Privacy Program across all division-wide organization.

As Data Protection Specialist, you will either support or lead multiple initiatives, where the development has already taken place; you will be expected to transform these initiatives into action, managing the day-to-day delivery by working with a broad range of colleagues, partners and other internal and external stakeholders.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

You will:

• Develop, implement and operationalize Data Protection and Privacy policies, governance mechanisms, procedures and tools to maximize program efficiency and comprehensive rollout across WFP different divisions and offices.
• Review current WFP’s policy and governance framework in Personal Data Protection (e.g. policies, guidelines and toolkits) to adapt them to WFP’s Privacy strategy and operational needs.
• Draft SOPs/ position papers/guidance as well as conduct legal research and documentation activities, with the objective of keeping abreast of key global Data Protection developments, trends and regulations on Personal Data Protection and Privacy (e.g. biometrics, digital identities, blockchain, big data) and its impact on the humanitarian environment.
• Provide consistent advice to HQ divisions, regional bureaus and field offices on a variety of issues in the context of Data Protection and Privacy, identifying needs and priorities arising out of the interpretation or application of WFP principles, policies, guidelines, relevant international standards, conventions and best practices on Personal Data Protection and Privacy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional internal and external points of contact to effectively roll out the Data Protection and Privacy Program, ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate organizational risks.
• Operationalize the different elements of WFP’s Data Protection and Privacy Program (e.g. privacy notices, PIAs, register of processing, LIAs, training and awareness campaigns, SARs and data breach response mechanisms).
• Prepare and/or review Data Protection and Privacy agreements and contracts with public and private entities including participation in negotiation, to meet unique client needs.
• Proactively contribute to continuously improve systems, tools, processes and templates to shape them to WFP’s operational needs.
• Develop reporting mechanisms to allow monitoring of Data Protection and Privacy activities and identify related risks and gaps and support remediation.
• Document, track and report relevant program metrics and milestones on the implementation of the Privacy Program.
• Prepare reports, memoranda, talking points and correspondence on data protection issues as required.
• Effectively communicate needs and insights to different levels of cross-functional audiences.
• Conduct training and awareness activities as required.
• Coordinate and draft responses to audit findings and evaluation requirements.
• Perform any other related duties, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

You have:

• Advanced university degree in a relevant discipline (including but not limited to law, computer science, information technology), Or First University Degree with additional years of experience.
• LLM or Master of Law on data protection, privacy, computer and communications law, compliance, international, digital or media law.
• Knowledge of international security management systems industry standards (ISO 27001, ISO 27701, NIST…).

EXPERIENCE:

You have:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in Data Protection, Privacy and Information Security, in a law/ consultancy firm and/or large public/private sector or humanitarian organization.
• Experience in one of the following: operational risk management, compliance, audit and implementation or management of control frameworks.

LANGUAGE:

You have:

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

MORE ABOUT YOU

You have:

• Experience working in a global, large-scale, complex, and fast-paced environments.
• Experience in roles that demand accuracy and quality, prioritization and execution against timelines, managing a high volume of project milestones.
• Experience working autonomously with minimal supervision and as part of a team, well as to cooperate within a team, across different regions and time zones.
• Solid understanding of information technologies and their impact in the protection of personal data (e.g. privacy by design and by default, AI, big data, biometric technologies, digital identities, blockchain, SNSs…).
• Ability to identify Data Protection related risks and gaps based on local legal environment, developments and projects.
• Ability to contribute to large cross-functional projects requiring innovative analysis, recommendations and approaches.
• Strong analytical interpersonal, communications and presentational skills.
• Excellent drafting skills with the ability to write concisely and synthetize information from a variety of legal and jurisprudential sources.
• Demonstrated negotiating, cultural sensitivity and diplomatic skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills; client focus and results oriented.

ADDITIONAL/NICE-TO-HAVE REQUIREMENTS

• Certifications such as CIPP/E/U and CIPM, CIPT.
• Qualification to practice law or admitted to practice by a recognized national or state bar or law society.
• Knowledge of the humanitarian environment is desired.
• Familiarity with WFP and the UN system will be regarded as an asset.

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

Limited Fixed-Term Appointment (LFT) position is a non-mobile staff appointment in the international professional category for a limited period for up to 2 years. The position is based in Rome, Italy and the selected candidate will be expected to relocate. Incumbents of LFT positions are not eligible to apply for other mobile positions advertised internally through the Reassignment

WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel, visa and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance. For more information, visit https://icsc.un.org/.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICAITON

• 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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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.