Enterprise Architecture And Digital Governance Specialist

Reporting Lines Under the direct supervision of the Senior Information Technology Officer, the consultant will act as Enterprise Architecture and Digital Governance Specialist within the IT Division performing the following functions.Technical Focus Assist in applying architecture governance, compliance requirements, and basic risk management practices to help ensure technology decisions align with enterprise standards.Tasks and responsibilities • Support core services provided by EA Office: triage of requested IT solutions, high level solution design, cloud computing risk assessment, etc.• Maintain enterprise IT Risk Register, and monitor compliance.• Contribute to the creation, review, and maintenance of IT governance policy documents, ensuring they align with enterprise architecture standards and regulatory expectations.• Participate in IT governance forums.• Maintain and enhance FAO Digital Capability Repository (EA Knowledge Base /Application Landscape).• Perform business analysis and business architecture modelling.• Create and update principles, patterns, reference architectures, and documentation • Provide architectural assessments for specific IT initiatives and projects.• Perform any other Enterprise Architecture and IT Governance activities as required.CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements • Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in Computer Science, Information systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering or closely related discipline.Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.• 5 years of relevant working experience in enterprise architecture or specific architectural domain.• Full proficiency/Working knowledge of English.FAO Core Competencies • Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills • Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).• Knowledge of cloud platforms and modern integration patterns.• Ability to translate business needs into architectural guidance.• Demonstrated ability to interact with peers in a professional manner.• Demonstrated ability to draft clear and concise documents in English and to communicate complex technical information to non-technical colleagues in a simple manner.• Ability to conduct architecture reviews and impact assessments.Selection Criteria • Proven experience in IT governance, compliance, and risk management practices • Hands on experience with solution, application, data, or infrastructure architecture • Proven ability to develop and maintain target architectures and roadmaps • Experience documenting standards, principles, and architecture artefacts.• Extent and relevance of experience of supporting design authority or architecture governance forums • Valid certification in: Enterprise Architecture, IT Governance, IT Risk Management or ITSM • Valid certification in at least one of the following areas: TOGAG 9, ITIL, COBIT , CGEIT • Knowledge of one of the other FAO official languages is an asset.Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing) Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).The list can be accessed at For more information, visit the FAO employment website Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.