ppJob Description - Data Protection Specialist ) /p pJob Description /p pbCALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT /bb: /b /p pData Protection Specialist /p h3Job Posting /h3 p07/Sep/**** /p h3Closure Date /h3 p21/Sep/****, 9:59:00 PM /p pOrganizational Unit : ODGP - Data Protection unit /p h3Job Type /h3 pNon-staff opportunities /p pType of Requisition : Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) /p h3Primary Location /h3 pHome-Based /p pDuration : 6 months /p pPost Number : N/A /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device /p ul liFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
/li liQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply; /li liEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /li liFAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination /li liAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /li liAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /li /ul pFAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
/p h3Organizational Setting /h3 pThe Data Protection Unit (DPU) is an independent function in the Office of the Director-General.
It supports and monitors implementation of the FAO Data Protection Policy (DPP), as amended, through collaboration across FAO headquarters and decentralized offices at regional and country levels.
The DPU reports on policy compliance to the Data Protection Oversight Committee.
/p pThe Data Protection Specialist is not required to work on FAO premises and the work may be performed remotely.
/p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe Data Protection Specialist resides within the DPU and will report to the Head of the DPU.
/p h3Technical Focus /h3 pDevelop data protection procedures,



guidelines and controls across the data lifecycle from data collection, processing, storage, transfer and disposal.
Provide technical advice to FAO offices on matters relating to data protection compliance and risk management.
/p h3Tasks and responsibilities /h3 ul liDraft new (and update existing) operational guidance and procedures for data protection; /li liSupport the implementation of the data protection policy by guiding divisions on setting new organisational processes, standards and / or technical controls; /li liRespond to requests from data subjects and other data providers submitted in accordance with the Data Protection Policy; /li liRespond to internal requests for advice from FAO units and offices related to data protection matters; /li liDevelop and/or review training and awareness materials to enhance understanding of data protection across FAO; /li liDraft updates and reports to the Data Protection Oversight Committee (DPOC), the FAO Advisory Oversight Committee (OAC), Senior Management and FAO's Governing Bodies on the status of data protection in FAO, as required; /li liRepresent FAO in meetings with, and collaborate with, counterparts in other UN System agencies to ensure consistency and coordination with UN System policy approaches with respect to data protection and intellectual property (only Consultants); /li liPerform any other duties, as required.
/li /ul h3Candidates Will Be Assessed Against the Following /h3 ul liAdvanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in relevant discipline such as, but not limited to law, data protection, information management, information systems management, business, information security, computer science, and information technology any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization.




Consultants with bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
/li liAt least five (5) years of relevant experience in data protection, privacy, information security, data ethics or related discipline.
/li liWorking knowledge of English (C1) /li liLimited knowledge of one of Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese or Russian (for Consultants) is desirable.
/li /ul h3FAO Core Competencies /h3 h3Technical/Functional Skills /h3 ul liStrong skills in explaining complex technical matters in simple words and formulating guidance and process documents accordingly.
/li liWork experience in more than one location or area of work.
/li liExperience in international organisations and the legal framework within which they operate.
/li liExperience in compliance with data protection frameworks such as ISO *****, GDPR, or other national or state privacy regulation.
/li liExperience with managing data providers' requests, concerns, and data breaches.
/li /ul h3Selection Criteria /h3 ul liData protection certification is desired, such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Privacy Manager (CIPM), Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or other.
/li /ul pPlease note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency /p h3ADDITIONAL INFORMATION /h3 ul liFAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing) /li liPlease note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list /li liPlease note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
The list can be accessed at /li liAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
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