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Senior Counsel

2 ore fa

Roma, Lazio, Italia World Food Programme A tempo pieno

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

29 April :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:  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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

This position is located in the Legal Office (LEG) of the World Food Programme's Headquarters in Rome, Italy. The Senior Counsel will be assigned to the Contractual and Constitutional Law Branch (LEGC).

This role is highly specialized, requiring the incumbent to provide expert legal advice, closely engaging with the General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel andSenior Legal Officer.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Under the general supervision of the Senior Legal Officer for the public law branch of LEGC and in close coordination with the General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel, as appropriate, the Senior Counsel will be responsible for the following key duties:

Lead the legal review and negotiation of complex donor agreements, debt swap arrangements and related funding instruments, with a primary focus on U.S. Government-funded mechanisms, including those under the U.S. Department of State, Development Finance Corporation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Provide authoritative interpretation and application of applicable legal frameworks to ensure compliance, safeguard WFP's interests, and support timely renewals and amendments aligned with donor requirements and institutional policies.

Coordinate the Legal Office's engagement in relation to legal matters pertaining to the U.S. Government, including USAID Office of the Inspector General information disclosure requests, ensuring that all responses, advice and guidance are accurate, timely and aligned with current frameworks and broader UN positions.

Advise on institutional legal matters, including contributions from international financial institutions (IFI) and other public-sector resource partners, privileges and immunities and other public international law matters, interagency and intergovernmental agreements, NGO partnerships and other implementation partnership arrangements, as well as other contractual support. Identify potential liabilities, particularly vis-à-vis third parties, and assist in the management of risks in WFP's activities to facilitate well-informed decisions.

Prepare and/or review legal agreements, contracts and other documents, identify key strategic issues, similarities and inconsistencies, and present findings with proposed solutions that are legally sound and facilitate the decision-making process.

Participate in negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes to meet unique client needs.

Coordinate with the Senior Legal Officer in servicing committees, task forces, expert working groups and other bodies with legal advice and preparation or review of legal documents to facilitate the formulation of WFP's position.

Other as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Degree in Law (LLB, J.D., or equivalent). Has been admitted to practice law by a recognized national or state bar or law society or is otherwise qualified to practice law.

Experience:

At least 10 years of relevant progressively responsible experience as a lawyer in public sector.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of fiscal and/or appropriation laws
  • Business acumen and ability to think strategically;
  • Solid communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills;
  • Solid time management and priorities management skills;
  • Adaptability and ability to work on a wide range of legal issues.
  • Strong knowledge of applicable US laws and contracting modalities.

Languages:

Excellent working knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English.

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 committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: 

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

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

  • If you experience challenges while submitting your online application, please contact us at for technical support only.

  • Please note that applications sent to this email address cannot be considered.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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.