IT and Automations Consultant

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The WFP Library & Research Centre (LRC), INK Division, acts as a center for dissemination of academic, scientific, and technical knowledge within WFP and it supports WFP’s archiving and indexing of documents and publications, as owner of the corporate taxonomy and holder of WFP’s historical publications archive. The LRC also supports staff wellness by providing e-books and journals, particularly to field offices where access is limited. The LRC uses automations for information dissemination, e-book management and management of subscriptions and usage data.

The selected incumbent will be expected to be responsible for adopting and managing the LRC’s automations, implemented using MS Power Automate, MS SharePoint online and UIPath, including documentation, maintenance and proactive evolution. The incumbent will also provide support to LRC staff and to patrons on usage of the digital platforms and devices.

SPECIFIC TASKS:

WFP Library and Research Centre, Innovation & Knowledge Management Division, requires the services of a junior consultant in carrying out the following duties:

• Maintain and upgrade existing Microsoft Office 365 Power Automate workflows including testing and rolling out of updates.
• Maintain web automation activities using UIPath robotic process automations, including testing and rolling out of updates
• Maintain the LRC’s SharePoint system for digital dissemination, archiving and indexing of publications, including testing and rolling out of updates
• Ensure documentation is up to date regarding the LRC’s automations in Power Automate and UIPath
• Undertake basic troubleshooting and support the Library Team on the platforms in use.
• Support INK in piloting innovative IT initiatives – automating workflows, application of AI, ML, and geo-referencing our knowledge and resources.
• Other IT support activities as required.