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9 February 2025-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

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- 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 TITLE:

Senior RESPECT Facilitator

TYPE OF CONTRACT:

WAE Consultant (Level 2)

DIVISION:

People and Culture Coordination unit, WP

DUTY STATION:

Rome, Italy

DURATION:

01.02.2025 – 31.12.2025

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:In WFP, room for improvement in workplace culture and ethical climate was identified following the 2018 Global Staff Survey (GSS) and other assessments. One of the responses to the challenges was to develop and implement the Comprehensive Action Plan (CAP), a plan to move WFP towards a workplace free of harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of power and discrimination through a set of initiatives and activities.The RESPECT-campaign was included in the CAP initiatives and activities as one of the tools available within WFP to create tangible and visible change within the organisation.



In the context of the CAP, the RESPECT campaign has gone through a revision of the content with key stakeholders, such as the Office of the Ombudsman and HR Staff Relations, and a partial digitalization.In 2020, the digital version – Respect+ – was born in order to adapt to restrictions imposed by the COVID pandemic. From 2022, Respect+ is one of the flagship initiatives of the Organizational Culture Team of the People and Culture Coordination Unit.Respect + helps us engage in meaningful conversations through fun activities on how we, as individuals and as a team, can nurture and sustain a great workplace for everyone. It also anchors and reinforce our new WFP corporate values and offers a great opportunity for everyone to be more connected to each other and discuss how to Improve and promote a respectful and positive work environment.The programme is based on four pillars – Awareness, Inclusion, Fairness and Humanity. The approach is informal and fun,



creating an egalitarian environment in which to discuss and explore our collective identity as humanitarians and help everyone understand that WFP has zero tolerance for abusive conduct, racism and any forms of discrimination or unacceptable behavior.The recommended implementation arrangements include:·Strong ownership and commitment of the management of the office (RD, DRD, CD, DCD or Director) to implement the campaign.·Appointment of a Local Lead Facilitator and Local Co-facilitators.· Availability of support from Senior RESPECT Facilitators in the local implementation.ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the guidance and coordination of the Organizational Culture Team, the Senior RESPECT Facilitator is responsible for supporting the local delivery of RESPECT+ Programme. To this end, the Senior RESPECT Facilitator - requested by the local implementation teams of offices:

1)



Advises and “mentors” the Local Lead Facilitator and the local implementation team

a. Provides guidance to the Local Lead Facilitator in the design and carrying out the local implementation plan. In particular,

- Advices on a balanced composition of the implementation team.
- Supports in assessing the training needs and in conduct of training to co-facilitators as needed.
- Advices on preparation of the implementation plan and addressing issues with implementation.

b. Supports the Local Lead Facilitator in actual facilitation of the session as needed

c. Supports the Local Lead Facilitator to consolidate and report final feedback and outcomes of the implementation of Pillar I.

d. Performs other duties as and when required to ensure a successful implementation.

Note: The Senior RESPECT Facilitators are not intended to support the local implementation team in practical arrangements, such as scheduling, invitations, etc. but to serve in an advisory and supporting role for the local implementation.





Requirements – Senior RESPECT Facilitator:

- Expert understanding of and interest in workplace culture related issues and behavioural change
- Prior experience in facilitating and coordinating workplace culture related campaigns and initiatives or other global change initiatives
- Experience in providing guidance, advice and mentoring to expert audience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Prior knowledge of RESPECT -campaign is desirable
- Full Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language

Certified by Hiring Manager (name/title & signature):

Sabine Starke, Head of Organizational Culture, PCC Date: 25.10.2024

Accepted by Short-term/Consultancy contract holder (name & signature):

…………………………………………………………………………………… Date: ………………………

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at (email hidden). Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

- 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

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- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

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.

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