Consultant
World Food Programme
- Roma
- Tempo indeterminato
- Full time
- Conduct research on prospective WFP private sector partners and donors, with a focus on core United Nations values and principles concerning human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption, as reflected in the United Nations Global Compact, the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and the Guidelines on a Principle-based Approach to the Cooperation between the United Nations and the Business Sector;
- Identify practices and policies that may pose a reputational risk to WFP, or otherwise appear to compromise the integrity or independence of the organization;
- Timely preparation of reports that present research findings in a neutral, accurate and concise manner, including objective analysis of key facts and issues;
- Assist with the preparation of materials relating to the work of WFP's Private Donors and Partnerships Committee;
- Assist with the development and maintenance of reference materials and knowledge management tools, as appropriate;
- Perform other duties as required.
- Awareness of issues relevant to corporate social responsibility.
- Excellent writing and analytical skills, preferably demonstrated through relevant work experience.
- Significant experience in conducting open-source and database research.
- Strong time management skills and ability to work under stringent deadlines.
- General knowledge of the United Nations system is an asset.
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
- Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
- Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.