19 November 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

• 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).

• The Administrative and Employment Law Branch (LEGA) provides advice to management on all aspects of the employment relationship between WFP and its employees;
• The Contractual and Constitutional Law Branch (LEGC) provides advice on all aspects of WFP’s internal governance, private sector partnerships, commercial and other contractual activities, including cash-based transfer programmes, treasury functions, and communications; and
• The Maritime, Transport and Insurance Law Branch (LEGM) provides advice on all aspects of WFP’s supply chain activities, including procurement (food, goods & services), maritime, aviation, logistics (inland transportation, storage and warehousing), United Nations Humanitarian Response Depots and insurance.

• Undertake extensive legal research and analysis; handle a range of multi-disciplinary complex legal matters, including interpretation and application of various legal instruments, to facilitate the provision of quality legal services.
• Review legal documents, identify and analyze important issues, presenting findings and recommendations for internal review to contribute to the decision-making process.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of legal opinions or advice on a wide range of legal issues background papers, studies, memoranda, reports and other legal documents.
• Negotiate and prepare agreements and contracts with public and private entities including governments, other UN organizations and non-governmental organizations, and assisting with contractual interpretation and disputes to meet unique client needs.
• Identify potential liabilities, particularly vis-à-vis third parties, and assist in the management of risks in WFP’s activities to facilitate well-informed decisions.
• Participate in negotiations and settlement of claims and disputes with public and private entities.
• Prepare and assess briefs of evidence to contribute to legal analysis and solutions.
• Assist in providing legal advice and interpretations and reviewing administrative decisions.
• Service and/or assist senior legal officers in servicing committees, task forces, expert working groups and other bodies with legal advice and preparation/review of legal documents to contribute to the formulation of WFP’s position.
• Take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives in all areas of work; and
• Other, as required.

• Articulate and concise legal thinking and drafting.
• Comprehensive and thorough legal research.
• Timely preparation of sound written analysis on a variety of legal matters, including without limitation matters pertaining to information technology, intellectual property, commercial, contractual, international, and public law.
• Effective application of legal expertise, delivering practical legal advice that is easily understood by internal clients in non-legal functions, fostering better collaboration and decision-making.
• Development of innovative methods or improvements to enhance personal and team performance, addressing challenges within the work area more effectively.
• Adaptability and flexibility in engagement, demonstrating the ability to adjust legal approaches in response to changing circumstances and operational expectations.

• Strong technical knowledge and experience in intellectual property, technology law, commercial law, and contract drafting. Experience working on legal issues related to innovation and partnerships is a plus.
• Solution-oriented mindset, proactive approach, and passion for innovation and technology.
• Strong communication skills and commercial acumen.
• Adaptability and ability to work on a wide range of legal issues.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with UN system policies, rules, regulations, and procedures is a strong asset.

• 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
• Please contact us at

  global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org

  in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified