Data Protection Officer (Dpu) Lazio

Data Protection Officer (Dpu)
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Job Description - Data Protection Officer (DPU) (2500520) Job Posting Date Posted: 18/Feb/2025 Closure Date 11/Mar/2025, 11:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: ODG Job Type Staff position Type of Requisition: Professional Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration: Fixed-term: Two years with possibility of extension Post Number: 2009426 CCOG Code: 1A21 FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture. Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. Organizational Setting The position is located in the Data Protection Unit (DPU) in the Office of the Director-General (ODG) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. The DPU is an independent function in ODG, overseeing and supporting the implementation of the FAO Data Protection Policy, closely working with FAO headquarters and Decentralized Offices, and assisting the Data Protection Oversight Committee. Reporting Lines The Data Protection Officer reports to the Senior Data Protection Officer, Head of DPU. Technical Focus Provide analytical and technical advice and support to all units of the Organization on data protection matters. Key Results The planning, management, and delivery of multi-disciplinary data protection-related activities and related policies, services, and advice. Key Functions Provide advice to units throughout the Organization to support compliance with the Data Protection Policy (e. g. , on data protection impact assessments, data sharing agreements with external entities, drafting or reviewing procedures and guidelines, etc. ); Analyse information, review, draft and/or finalize reports and other documents for the Governing Bodies and Senior Management as may be required; Coordinate amongst relevant units (such as the Legal Office, the Digitalization and Informatics Division, the Office of the Chief Economist) in addressing a broad variety of data protection matters; Advise the Senior Data Protection Officer in the analysis and evaluation of requests and complaints by data providers, and in responding to them in coordination with the FAO units concerned; Advise on and coordinate the provision of secretariat support to the Data Protection Oversight Committee; Develop and conduct sensitization and awareness-raising activities; Participate in working groups, meetings, seminars, and conferences, as assigned by the Senior Data Protection Officer, Head of DPU; Advise the Senior Data Protection Officer in establishing and maintaining appropriate tools and processes for the management of DPU records; Perform other duties, as required. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Advanced university degree in a relevant discipline (including but not limited to law, computer science, information technology); Data protection certifications, such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Privacy Manager (CIPM), Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT); Seven years of relevant experience in various data protection disciplines (e. g. data protection and privacy programme and policy, data protection laws, information governance, incident response, etc. ); Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). Technical/Functional Skills Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions; Integrity, adherence to the highest ethical standards and the capacity to deliver objective advice and maintain confidentiality; Three years of experience in dealing with data protection issues, development, and compliance of data protection framework; Experience in the application of data protection rules, in organizations such as the UN System, international and/or national data protection rules and practices; Extent and relevance of experience in providing training and raising awareness; Experience in an international environment - public or private sector - is highly desirable; Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of another FAO official language is considered a strong asset. GENERAL INFORMATION Extension of fixed-term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds. FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances, and benefits, click on the following link: https://commonsystem. org/cp/default. asp HOW TO APPLY To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile. Once your profile is completed, please apply and submit your application. Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date. J-18808-Ljbffr