Director, Private Sector Partnerships, - D2, Rome Lazio

Director, Private Sector Partnerships, - D2, Rome
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Director, Private Sector Partnerships, - D2, RomeClient:cinfo

Location:Rome, Italy

Job Category:Other

EU work permit required:Yes

Job Reference:8d2d926a3061

Job Views:3

Posted:22. 01. 2025

Expiry Date:08. 03. 2025

Job Description: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. WHO WE ARE The United Nations 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.

WHY JOIN US? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize LaureateWFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environmentWFP 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 opportunitiesA 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 globeWe offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section)ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT The Director, Private Sector Partnerships (PPF), D2 will be based in the Rome, Italy Headquarters and report to the Assistant Executive Director for Partnerships and Advocacy (PA).

Pursuing cooperation with the private sector, foundations, and individuals for the achievement of zero hunger is the mission of the Private Sector and Fundraising division.

WFP engages with the private sector through direct funding support, capacity building, consumer-facing campaigns and individual giving, including the high-net-worth individual (HNWI).

WFP runs the largest digital individual giving platform 'Share the Meal'.

The division works with WFP technical units, Country Offices and Regional Bureaux to secure financial and technical support from the private sector.

The team works with colleagues to identify needs and build impactful partnerships through innovation, knowledge sharing and capacity building.

WFP believes in the power of innovation through private sector partnerships and the Director PPF is lead strategist for international private sector fora such as World Economic Forum (WEF), EXPO, etc.

and will co-represent the organization at such events.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive) Lead on further developing and implementing the divisional strategy, policies and plans aligned with the corporate WFP and wider UN strategies, policies and processes. Expand current markets and develop new ones, simplify partnerships processes and leverage WFP's presence in 120 countries. Identify and build productive relationships with a broad range of internal and external partners at the global level. Support building the brand and promote advocacy in close cooperation with the WFP Communications, Advocacy and Marketing division (CAM). Actively participate, lead or co-lead UN forums and clusters. Help the AED through positioning the organization and contribute to the overall objective of the Department as a member of the senior management team. Formulate, manage and implement change processes to maximize performance. Hold accountability for standards, guidance and processes within the division. Provide effective leadership to a division to ensure the continued development and coaching of a cohesive and high performing team. Take lead to ensure that evaluation, audit and compliance recommendations are efficiently implemented within the division. Develop and maintain appropriate contingency plans and activities. Accountable for an equitable and inclusive workplace. Other as required. QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS Education: Advanced University degree in relevant fields or first university degree with additional relevant experience. Experience, Knowledge & Skills: Fifteen years or more (of which six international) of senior level experience in a relevant field of work. Specific experience in managing complex global private sector partnerships. Background and/or interest in international humanitarian development. Extensive experience leading large multicultural teams. Direct experience in developing and managing individual giving programmes. Excellent commercial acumen and financial management skills. A track record of dealing with and influencing at the highest levels. Ability to assimilate and analyze complex issues. Detailed understanding of business principles and processes. Language: Fluency in EnglishIntermediate knowledge of a second official UN language. WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK These common standards of behaviour guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Leads by Example with IntegrityDrives Results and Delivers on CommitmentsFosters Inclusive and Collaborative TeamworkApplies Strategic ThinkingBuilds and Maintains Sustainable PartnershipsTERMS AND CONDITIONS Mobility is a core contractual requirement in WFP.

The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed term rotational contract with a probationary period of one year.

WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards.

The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate and complete. Once your profile is complete, please apply. Please make sure you upload your professional CV in English. Additional documents may be requested at a future time. Please contact us at ****** in case you face any challenges with submitting your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

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