Social network you want to login/join with:Senior Business Engagement Consultant, Metropolitan City of Rome CapitalClient:Location: Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, ItalyJob Category:ConsultingEU work permit required:YesJob Reference:c93346e4d464Job Views:10Posted:02.03.2025Expiry Date:16.04.2025Job Description:The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.Job Title: Senior Business Engagement ConsultantType of Contract: Consultant Level IIDivision: Partner Engagement & PMO (TECE),



Information Technology Division (TEC)Duty Station: Rome, ItalyDuration: 11 monthsWHO WE ARE: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.
Our mission is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.
Every day, WFP works to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: The WFP Technology Division (TEC) connects staff with each other and with our beneficiaries, donors, and partners.
The Business Relationship Management (BRM) team plays a key role in the digital transformation of WFP by identifying gaps, setting priorities, improving user experience, and enhancing business efficiency and operational impact.The Senior Business Engagement Manager (BEM) – Operations Department Portfolio will manage the Technology team's relationship with the Supply Chain and Emergency divisions under the Operations department, shaping their demand for technology to create a more efficient organization.
This role is crucial as WFP addresses Assurance at the corporate level and initiates key projects within the Supply Chain Division.ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan, manage and support Supply Chain activities, Emergency divisions, and other teams as needed.Develop a deep understanding of evolving business models, in line with technology investment,



updating the relevant Digital Business Roadmap.Manage and provide support for the creation of a global picture of demands and field needs in the area of Supply Chain.Facilitate alignment between Business and TEC strategic directions.Understand new technology trends and guide business strategies to include a digital dimension.Follow technology developments outside of TEC to ensure compliance with software development frameworks.Understand existing TEC solutions and articulate their value to business areas.Collaborate with other Business Engagement Managers across regions to ensure a coherent approach to technology and data.DELIVERABLES:Global picture of supply chain needs and demands on TEC is developed and presented by end 2024.The business meets with TEC senior leadership quarterly and sees TEC as a credible partner.High-level processes are mapped, alongside key technology used.Interdependencies between assigned business areas are clear.Assigned business areas understand digital transformation and are committed to WFP's digital core.Collaboration across the BEM and TEC team.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Education:University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, or related field.Experience:At least 7 years of relevant experience in a supply chain role, general management, and/or project management.Technical Skills & Knowledge:Innovative approach to increase internal & external knowledge.Collaborative team member with strong business partnering skills.Strong project management skills and excellent communication skills.Experience in SAP/ECC Finance modules and related financial reporting tools.Ability to prioritize and drive sound business decisions.Good knowledge of technology.General knowledge of UN system policies is an asset.Language: Fluency in oral and written English with intermediate knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.
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