Consultant Programme Policy

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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).

Position Title: Consultant, Programme and Policy (Level II).

Type of Contract: CST II

Duty Station: Rome/HQ or Remote.  

Reporting To: Senior Executive Manager, DED&COO Front Office, DED/COO Office (COO).

Context: The Consultant will be part of the DED&COO Front Office team providing strategic executive support to the DED&COO. Responsibilities include executive speechwriting, information analysis and research, communications, meeting preparations and support including follow ups, performance planning and reporting exercises, working closely with other Front Offices, across departments, divisions and teams. The Consultant will proactively identify relevant communications needed, advise senior management on appropriate ways to address them and facilitate a wide range of communication activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead in preparation of DED&COO statements and overall speechwriting, as well as the development of briefing materials and presentations.
• Support strategic planning and coordinate internal and external communications including formulating media messages, and apply knowledge management practices to efficiently organize, share, and use information within the team and relevant stakeholders.
• Develop, maintain and update an appropriate work plan to help DED&COO maintain and enhance the visibility and reputation of WFP, and support fundraising activities, ensuring alignment with WFP strategy.
• Prepare communications products that effectively convey the desired message to targeted audience(s).
• Plan and deliver internal communications so employees understand the DED&COO Office's strategy and contribution towards meeting the Office's objectives.
• Coordinate and prepare accurate and timely reporting on communications activities that enable informed decision-making, evaluation of objectives and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
• Research, analyze and manage information to support executive-level engagements as required.
• Contribute to the management of corporate priorities and processes including activities related to resources-to-result and performance reporting, in collaboration and close coordination with other team members and stakeholders.
• Meet tight deadlines and work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

Key Competencies, Skills, Experience:

• Exceptional written communication and speechwriting skills.
• Strong organizational awareness and capacity to navigate complex institutional environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure.
• Excellent analytical, planning, and coordination skills.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Proficiency in information management and use of relevant corporate technologies.
• Significant experience in executive support, strategic communications, or a similar role.
• Proven track record in speechwriting, planning, and stakeholder coordination.

Deliverables:

Timely support to the DED&COO strategic internal and external engagements; effective information management; and relevant corporate processes.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

Per standard job profile.

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.

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• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• 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.

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