Business Strategy Officer - P4, Supply Chain (Research & Development) 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 experienced Supply Chain Professional interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Do you take delight in championing innovation with technology and data? 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 Wednesday, August 31, 2022 (10:59 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 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)

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This position is within the Research & Development unit of the Supply Chain Division (SCOD).

The unit manages a portfolio of innovative projects and as such the Business Strategy Officer (Supply Chain Officer - P4), requires a cross-functional knowledge in WFP (strategic sourcing, imports, logistics, warehouse management, inventory and asset management) and cross-technical skills to carry out duties.

The Business Strategy Officer assists the Chief of SCOD to carry out the digital transformation strategy set in the Supply Chain roadmap.

The business strategy officer reports directly to the Chief SCOD and will be pivotal in managing a pool of resources and the divisional stakeholders for delivering thoughtful, insightful, high-impact contributions across a range of "high-stakes" strategic outcomes for the roadmap. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general supervision and guidance of the Senior Budget and Programming Officer, you will be responsible for the following key duties:

• Create value by understanding the WFP operations and SC industry to provide guidance and incorporate innovative ideas that showcase the need for improvement and strategic directions,
• Proactively involves other WFP divisions and services, and cross-industry resources to support SC transformation; 
• Performs complex analyses, strategic problem solving and research that supports quick and efficient decision making in ambiguous situations
• Provide input on platforms and architecture adoption and synergies that contribute to operating in a collaborative and streamlined ecosystem by leading the efforts to operate and scale efficiently
• Provides an implementation plan to the SCOD strategic plan according to the priorities discussed with Chief.
• Manages fund management for the business unit and ensures efficient and effective collaboration with the division budget management team.
• Manages a pool of cross-team resources according to the needs of the various projects.
• Engage with stakeholders focusing on takeaways 
• Review the current project portfolio and readjust as necessary according to the project portfolio prioritization matrix.
• Prepare reports and analyses to support management decision making.  
• Represent the unit at internal meetings/committees/working groups as required.
• Other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: 

• Advanced degree or a First University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Project Management, MIS or related with additional relevant experience

EXPERIENCE: 

• At least eight (8) years of relevant progressively responsible experience in Supply Chain, Business Process Improvement, strategy, management consulting and/or in issues relevant to the organizational context as indicated in the position above.
• Extensive experience in leading or managing culturally diverse teams, experts or projects.
• A track record of innovating or leveraging technology to improve ways of working in supply chain processes.

LANGUAGE:

• 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’s working language

MORE ABOUT YOU

You have:

• Strong business judgment and ability to deal with unstructured problems and drive optimal business outcomes/Demonstrated ability to frame and build concepts and ideas and develop and execute strategic plans as required
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proven capabilities of exemplary impact through cross-group collaboration and partnerships. 
• Experience in working within a global and culturally diverse organization; ability to work in a dynamic and flexible environment
• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to organize and present information to cross-functional audiences and senior leaders/ Able to present and share ideas through an executive summary of overall status and propose proactive plans for resolution
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate complex and/or technical information as well as lead/facilitate discussions across various levels of stakeholders
• Builds and harnesses highly talented, diverse teams: coaches and develops others, understands team dynamics, and strengthens the overall capability of the organization with an emphasis on creating a culturally-fluent and inclusive environment given the global nature of the business.



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.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• This is an International Professional position and is open to all nationalities.
• Mobility is and continues to be, a core contractual requirement in WFP.
• The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term as well as a rotational contract with a probationary period of one year.
• 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/
• 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 wfprecruitment@wfp.org 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.