DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

29 September 2026-23:59-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.

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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).

HR Fellow

Human Resources Technology and Analytics Branch (HRMOI) Branch

Human Resources Management

HQ, Rome, Italy The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide, 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.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DIVISION

Human Resources Technology and Analytics Branch (HRMOI) - Systems and Landscape Integration Fellow:

WFP’s HRMOI team is conducting a global project to modernize and streamline HR systems integrations and data flows.



The Fellow will support this effort by helping to document the current HR technology landscape (Workday, SAP, local tools), assess system usage, and analyze integration and cost saving opportunities. The role will also contribute to system optimization recommendations, data flow mapping, and input into a future-state digital architecture.

This assignment supports a critical shift towards enterprise-wide alignment, enhanced system usability, and a reduction in shadow systems across WFP.

GENERAL INFORMATION

- City and Country of assignment: Headquarters, Rome

- Hiring Unit: Human Resources Technology and Analytics Branch (HRMOI)

- Hiring Division: HR Management

- Supervisor Role: HR Officer

- Working arrangement: In person

- Duration of assignment: up to 12 months

- Expected Starting Date: Sep 2026

- Number of available positions: 1

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Map WFP’s global HR systems and tools across HQ, Regional Bureaux and Country Offices

Link systems to mapped HR capabilities and processes using Confluence, Bizagi, Visio, or similar Conduct functional fit assessments using the TIME method (Tolerate, Invest, Migrate, Eliminate) Document integration points, data flows, and pain points across tools and middleware Interface with TEC, HRIS teams and local focal points to understand configuration challenges Contribute to proposals for Workday optimization and middleware integration Participate in the development of a unified HR data framework

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Be a Master's student or a graduate in Information Systems, Computer Science, HR Technology, or Systems Engineering or related fields from a recognized university;

- Excellent written and spoken English is required (proficiency/level C). Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian plus Portuguese or Italian) is an asset.

- ITIL or Six sigma or Enterprise platforms (Workday, SAP, Oracle, any Payroll) or Middleware and integrations (e.g., Boomi, MuleSoft) or HRIS configuration or systems analysis or Enterprise architecture or systems mapping are an asset

- Some experience with HR systems configuration, interface mapping, or system usability testing

- Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, Visio, Lucidchart, Confluence

- Ability to work cross-functionally with HR and IT stakeholders

- Strong communication and analytical reporting skills

TRAINING COMPONENTS

Throughout the assignment, selected candidates will have access to the WFP online learning platform (WeLearn). On-job-training will be provided to the fellow during the assignment period.

TYPE OF ASSIGNMENT

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in an international organization. It offers valuable exposure to WFP’s operations and the chance to contribute meaningfully to its mission.





The selected candidate will receive IT equipment and training material; however, financial compensation and medical coverage are not provided by WFP. Applicants may seek alternative funding opportunities, such as university grants or external scholarships, to support their assignment.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: [email protected]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

- All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

- We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

- If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

- At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

📌 Fellow - HRMOI - Du Yanxiang (Roma)
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