Data Protection Specialist
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 1 October 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 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 Global Privacy Office (GPO) of the World Food Programme Headquarters in Rome, Italy.
WFP is on a focused path towards digitally transforming how it operates and how it best serves those in need so that it can accelerate the goal of achieving zero hunger by 2030.
Data Protection is at the core of these services to make sure we protect the people we serve.
Under the direct supervision of WFP's Global Data Protection Officer (DPO), the Data Protection Specialist will provide strategic, technical, and operational support as part of the WFP Global Privacy Office and will play a central role in the successful shaping and implementation of a comprehensive Privacy Program across all division-wide organization.
As Data Protection Specialist, the incumbent will either support or lead multiple initiatives, where the development has already taken place; he/she will be expected to transform these initiatives into action, managing the day-to-day delivery by working with a broad range of colleagues, partners and other internal and external stakeholders.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, implement and operationalize Data Protection and Privacy policies, governance mechanisms, procedures and tools to maximize program efficiency and comprehensive roll out across WFP different divisions and offices.
Review current WFP's policy and governance framework in Personal Data Protection to adapt them to WFP's Privacy strategy and operational needs.
Draft SOPs/position papers/guidance as well as conduct legal research and documentation activities, with the objective of keeping abreast of key global Data Protection developments, trends and regulations on personal Data Protection and Privacy.
Provide consistent advice to HQ divisions, regional bureaus and field offices on a variety of issues in the context of Data Protection and Privacy.
Collaborate with cross-functional internal and external points of contact to effectively roll out the Data Protection and Privacy Program, ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate organizational risks.
Operationalize the different elements of WFP's Data Protection and Privacy Program.
Prepare and/or review Data Protection and Privacy agreements and contracts with public and private entities.
Proactively contribute to continuously improve systems, tools, processes and templates to shape them to WFP's operational needs.
Develop reporting mechanisms to allow monitoring of Data Protection and Privacy activities and identify related risks and gaps and support remediation.
Document, track and report relevant program metrics and milestones on the implementation of the Privacy Program.
Prepare reports, memoranda, talking points and correspondence on data protection issues as required.
Effectively communicate needs and insights to different levels of cross-functional audiences.
Conduct training and awareness activities as required.
Coordinate and draft responses to audit findings and evaluation requirements.
Perform any other related duties, as required.
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Education Advanced university degree in relevant discipline (including but not limited to law, computer science, information technology) or related field with relevant work experience.
LLM or Master of Law on data protection, privacy, computer and communications law, compliance, international, digital or media law.
Certifications such as CIPP/E/U and CIPM, CIPT desired.
Knowledge of international security management systems industry standards (ISO 27001, ISO 27701, NIST…) desired.
Qualification to practice law or admitted to practice by a recognized national or state bar or law society desired.
Required Experience At least 5 years of responsible professional experience in Data protection, Privacy and Information Security.
Proven experience in building and implementing global Privacy and Data Protection compliance programs.
Experience in conducting PIAs, LIAS, maintaining records of processing activities, of incident response management and SARs mechanisms.
Experience in one of the following: operational risk management, compliance, audit and implementation or management of control frameworks.
Experience working in a global, large-scale, complex, and fast-paced environments.
Experience in roles that demand accuracy and quality, prioritization and execution against timelines, managing a high volume of project milestones.
Experience working autonomously with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Knowledge Skills: In depth knowledge of Data protection, Privacy and Information Security regulations.
Solid understanding of information technologies and their impact in the protection of personal data.
Ability to identify Data Protection related risks and gaps.
Ability to contribute to large cross-functional projects.
Strong analytical interpersonal, communications and presentational skills.
Excellent drafting skills with the ability to write concisely.
Demonstrated negotiating, cultural sensitivity and diplomatic skills.
Demonstrated problem solving skills; client focus and results oriented.
Ability to work harmoniously with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to plan and organize work programme with pre-defined reporting lines.
Effectiveness orientation and pro-activity.
Strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality and accountability.
LANGUAGES: Fluency (level C) in English language.
Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language is desirable.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds.
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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.
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