DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
14 December 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, TikTok.
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).
WFP strives to be a leader in environmental sustainability within the UN system. In pursuit of this goal, WFP’s 2017 Environmental Policy commits the organization to avoiding unintended harm to the environment, its beneficiaries, or any other affected populations as a result of our operations and programmes, and to maximise environmental benefits. The policy contains three tools: a set of environmental and social standards, risk screening of activity design, and an environmental management system (EMS) consistent with the international standard ISO 14001. Collectively, these three elements are known as WFP's Environmental and Social Sustainability Framework (ESSF). WFP’s environmental commitments are further elaborated in the Environmental Plan of Action 2030, formally approved in November 2024.
The selected consultant will work remotely and will report to the Environmental Sustainability Manager, under the daily supervision of senior Environmental Unit staff.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Working as part of a small project team, contribute to WFP’s annual environmental footprint reporting exercise, involving the collection, review, analysis and reporting of data from colleagues globally in the areas of: energy/fuel use, official travel, and other activities that contribute to WFP’s GHG footprint; water use and wastewater disposal; waste generation and management; sustainable procurement; actions taken to reduce WFP’s environmental footprint.
- Document the results of this annual footprinting exercise and other corporate environmental reporting in narrative form for a range of internal/external audiences. Working collaboratively with team members and branch/divisional communications officers, develop the quarterly cross-divisional newsletter, coordinate the Environmental Unit’s presence on WFPgo, serving as the unit’s and topic designated WFPgo editor, Viva Engage community manager and contributing to content for external audiences (such as WFP.org and the UN-wide Greening the Blue website) on Environmental Sustainability.
- Research and write articles and short case studies for publication, develop environmental awareness-raising materials for use in educational campaigns and events that foster sustainable behaviours at work.
- Review and maintain a logical information management structure for the Environmental Unit, including environmental management system progress updates and all records of team media assets.
- Contribute to the development of corporate tools, templates, and other materials for identifying, assessing, managing, and reporting on WFP’s environmental impacts related to energy/greenhouse gas (GHG), waste and water, sustainable procurement and resource efficiency, pollution prevention and other relevant aspects as required.
- Respond to queries from field colleagues on environmental issues; contribute to the implementation of WFP’s Environmental Management System and related environmental improvement projects at HQ and field locations and assist in documenting projects and activities in corporate environmental reporting mechanisms.
- Contribute to other environmental initiatives undertaken by the team, as directed by the assigned supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:
- University degree (Bachelor's degree or higher) in Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management or similar, or degree related to Knowledge Management and including environmental management modules.
- Formal training in environmental management systems (EMS), environmental impact assessment (EIA), corporate environmental reporting standards, sustainable procurement, or life cycle assessment (LCA) will be highly regarded.
- Associate, practitioner-level or other competency-based entry-level membership of a relevant professional organization (SocEnv, AAEE etc) will also be highly regarded.
Experience:
- Up to one (1) year of postgraduate experience in corporate environmental sustainability management in areas such as: corporate sustainability reporting, environmental management systems (EMS), environmental programme delivery; environmental communications; energy/water/waste/natural resource management, sustainable procurement.
- Prior experience working within, or in connection with, a UN system organization or in the humanitarian sector is desirable. Prior experience working in, or supporting projects based in, developing countries will be highly regarded.
- Proven ability to successfully operate within the different geographic and cultural contexts in which WFP operates. In-depth understanding of environmental and social sustainability and links with food security
- Professional experience working within, or in connection with, the UN system is highly regarded.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Working knowledge of international environmental footprinting standards including the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
- Working knowledge of at least two of the following disciplines: waste management, energy/GHG management, water management, environmental compliance, and sustainable procurement, preferably in a developing country/humanitarian context.
- Proficiency in MS Office software, particularly Excel and communication tools.
- Ability to expertly write and translate complex concepts for a variety of audiences, with the ability to facilitate events /meetings and write reports for internal and external reports.
- Persuasive public speaking skills and proven ability to coordinate and effectively communicate across multiple units and departments (including headquarters, regional, and country office levels) and with external private and public parties/stakeholders.
- Ability to work and coordinate with multiple teams and with offices in remote locations.
- Proven ability to successfully operate within the different geographic and cultural contexts in which WFP operates. In-depth understanding of environmental and social sustainability and links with food security.
Languages:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in a second UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, or WFP's working language, Portuguese) to at least an intermediate standard is highly regarded
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
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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
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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.
