ABOUT WFPThe 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.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).JOB PURPOSE: To lead the delivery of efficient and effective IT and Telecommunications (TC) services, providing sound, innovative solutions that enable staff to deliver food assistance to beneficiaries, in line with WFP's strategy.ACCOUNTABILITIES:Prepare financial forecast for the IT Per Capita, monitor the funds consumption and reconcile Per Capita and TEC Special Accounts to ensure accurate budget planning, through analysis of actual versus planned spending.Lead the financial tracking of variable technology costs to incorporate cost-based optimisation, and cross-linked value through external technology service providers.
Identify savings opportunities, and maximize returns on technology investments, by examining overall spending against vendors.Analyse the financial impact of IT investments, by evaluating the Return on Investment (ROI) of technology projects, assessing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of IT assets, and financial reporting of WFP's intangible IT assets to ensure effective resource management.Establish new guidelines and rollout specific financial procedures related to IT governance and monitoring, by examining areas of improvement for consistency, compliance, and effective oversight.Implement, monitor, and analyse budgets for Technology related projects according to the established corporate procedures and requirements to achieve the objectives of the annual workplan, ensuring maximum value for money is achieved.Lead on the migration of IT financial expertise across the TEC division, to ensure business continuity by incorporating techniques, skills and competency into core Divisional activities.Track and determine IT related investments, to improve the efficiency of the use of resources available.
This will be achieved by analyzing actual results in comparison with forecasts, to improve the efficiency of the use of resources available.Prepare regular reports on financial status of worldwide connectivity and corporate digital workspace, by assessing burn rates and addressable spend, including the reports to be presented to the Senior Management to facilitate informed decision-making.Identify and manage financial risks associated with IT investments, through detailed financial analysis, issues such as 'Technical Debt' and other financial fluctuations can be identified and implement strategies to mitigate these risks.Conduct business studies on past, future, and comparative performance by applying dedicated forecast models, to assist strategic decision making.Identify trends and recommend action to TEC management, for business growth and operational needs by analyzing TEC business objectives and financial standing.Conduct any other technology related financial analyses, as and when required.Other responsibilities as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:Education:University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Information Technology Computer Science or other related field.Experience:At least 5 years progressively responsible experience in funds management, budgeting, account reconciliation, cash management, financial management/financial analysis/financial reporting preferably within an IT or technology-focused environment.Knowledge Skills:Ability to critically review and evaluate budgets, to review and assess internal controls, financial processes and procedures and provide recommendations for improvement;Understanding of digital transformation principles and their financial implications within a large organization.Ability to review and analyse financial statements; Ability to review of audit reports; High level of Excel skills; Good general understanding of IT technologies, software architectures and data flows.Advanced knowledge of SAP;Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.Language:International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language.TERMS AND CONDITIONSThis is an International Professional position and is open to all nationalities.The selected candidate will be employed on a limited fixed-term contract of 1 year renewable.Limited Fixed-Term Appointment (LFT) position is a non-mobile staff appointment in the international professional category for a limited period for up to 4 years.
The position is based in Rome, Italy and the selected candidate will be expected to relocate.WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days' annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORKWFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
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