DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

13 October 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

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.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

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: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter.

WHY JOIN WFP?

• 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 of this vacancy announcement).

Background:

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. Central to WFP’s mission is the commitment to foster an inclusive, safe, and supportive workplace for all employees. The Director of Culture and Inclusion will play a pivotal role in ensuring that WFP remains at the forefront of cultural transformation, embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into the core of the organization’s values and operations.

Role Purpose:

The Director of Culture and Inclusion leads WFP’s efforts to develop, and maintain a culture that reflects its commitment to Duty of Care, and Inclusion. This role provides strategic oversight of both the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the People and Culture Coordination (PCC) units, ensuring alignment with WFP’s strategic objectives and fostering an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. A critical aspect of the role is executing a comprehensive strategy that promotes inclusion across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and lead the execution of WFP’s culture and inclusion strategy, aligning it with its mission, vision, and long-term objectives. Hold accountability for transparent and efficient people management, and ensure the best use of financial resources for the achievement of set objectives.
• Integration: Provide strategic and operational support to the PCC and DEI units, ensuring that culture and inclusion initiatives are integrated across all levels of the organization.
• Mainstreaming: Elevate and mainstream culture and inclusion within WFP, ensuring that these values are embedded in the organization’s daily operations, policies, and strategic goals.
• Duty of Care: Lead and design, the implementation of the Duty of Care Framework, ensuring that the health, safety, and well-being of all employees are prioritized.
• Values and Respect+: Oversee the implementation of the Values/Respect+ programme, promoting a culture of respect, dignity, and ethical behavior throughout WFP.
• Budget Management: Coordinate and manage budgetary support for Corporate Critical Initiatives (CCI), ensuring efficient resource allocation to support Duty of Care and inclusion efforts.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of the DEI Strategy, promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that enables all employees to thrive.
• Leadership Development: Manage a leadership development programme on inclusive leadership and DEI topics, equipping leaders to champion inclusion effectively.
• Advocacy: Serve as an internal and external advocate for DEI, promoting WFP’s commitment to inclusion while working with senior leadership to embed WFP’s cultural values into strategic planning and daily operations. Act as a cultural ambassador for WFP, ensuring consistent messaging and advocacy of cultural initiatives both internally and externally
• Performance Monitoring: Establish and monitor KPIs and metrics to assess the effectiveness of culture-related programs, using data-driven insights to refine and enhance strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Incorporate feedback and emerging trends to ensure culture and inclusion initiatives remain relevant and effective.
• Collaboration: Engage with key stakeholders, including HR, internal communications, and other departments, to ensure alignment of cultural strategies with business objectives.
• External Representation: Represent WFP in external UN networks and forums related to corporate culture, DEI, and organizational development, showcasing WFP’s leadership and commitment in these areas.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 13 years of progressive experience in culture strategy, diversity, equity, and inclusion, or related fields, with at least six years in a senior leadership role within a global organization.
• University degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management, Psychology, Gender Studies, Development Studies, or other relevant disciplines. Additional certification and training in DEI are desirable.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing culture and inclusion strategies at a high level within a global organization.
• Deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, with a demonstrated ability to lead and champion DEI initiatives.
• Experience leading cultural change initiatives, with a strong ability to influence and drive organizational transformation.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data to inform strategy and making decision-making.
• Strong project management skills, functional ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• High emotional intelligence, with a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity and the ability to navigate diverse environments.
• Visionary leader passionate about culture, people, and continuous improvement.

• Fluency (level C) in the English language.
• Fluency (level C) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language). Fluency in additional languages is welcome.

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. This position is however classified as “non-rotational” which means the incumbent shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the position is reclassified as rotational. The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year. This position is open to both internal and external candidates.

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.

The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

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 global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

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.