Legal Officer P3, LEGC, Private Law Team (2 positions), Rome

pDEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 21 October :59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome) /ph3ABOUT WFP /h3pWFP 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. /ppThe 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 extreme weather shocks. 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. /ppTo learn more about WFP, visit our website: and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok. /ph3WHY JOIN WFP? /h3pWFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. /ppWFP 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. /ppA 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. /ppWe offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). /ph3ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT /h3pThe Legal Office is responsible for providing support to WFP and its organizational units to ensure that the implementation of WFP’s activities is in compliance with the relevant legal framework and that any legal risks that arise are considered and managed. /ppThe Legal Office is seeking to fill two Legal Officer positions at the P3 level within the Private Law Team of the Contractual and Constitutional Law Branch (LEGC), based at WFP Headquarters in Rome, Italy. If selected, LEGC will be the base branch for the posts. LEGC works closely with the other branches of the Legal Office and operates in a collaborative environment that provides opportunities for lawyers to broaden their legal expertise and contribute across a wide range of legal matters affecting WFP’s global operations. /ph3BRANCH SPECIFIC INFORMATION /h3pContractual and Constitutional Law Branch (LEGC) consists of two teams: the Public Law Team and the Private Law Team. /ppThe Private Law Team advises on private-sector partnerships and resource mobilization initiatives, technology, data protection, intellectual property, cash-based transfer programmes and implementation of a host of other programmes (except for food distribution), financial service provider arrangements, treasury operations, investments, and matters of a more commercial nature that are private-sector facing. It also supports the development of norms and guidelines in these areas, as well as on innovations, ensuring efficiency in the process and common risk standards are reflected in a large, decentralized organization with the objective of continued and timely implementation of WFP’s programmes. /ph3KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority) /h3ulliUnder the general supervision of a more senior Legal Officer, the P3 Legal Officer will perform the following duties within delegated authority and may supervise more junior colleagues, as required. /liliUndertake extensive legal research and analysis, and handle a wide range of complex, multi-disciplinary legal matters of a substantive and procedural nature, including interpretation and application of applicable legal instruments, to facilitate the provision of timely and quality legal services. /liliReview and draft a variety of legal documents, including agreements, memoranda of understanding, and contracts, to identify legal issues and risks and ensure compliance with the applicable legal framework. /liliPrepare legal advice on the interpretation and application of WFP’s General Regulations, General Rules, Financial Regulations, Rules of Procedure of the Executive Board, other normative instruments issued thereunder, policies, and procedures, as well as applicable conventions, resolutions, and agreements. /liliPrepare legal opinions, reports, memoranda, briefing materials, and other correspondence. /liliProvide legal advice and interpretations to Country Offices, Regional Offices and Headquarters functions on a wide variety of legal issues within the incumbent’s area of responsibility, under the supervision of a more senior Legal Officer as appropriate. /liliPrepare and/or review agreements and contracts with public and private entities including participation in negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes, including liaising with external counsel and supporting WFP's representation in arbitration, administrative proceedings, tribunals and other dispute resolution processes, as appropriate, to meet client needs and support WFP's mandate. /liliIdentify potential liabilities and assist in the management of legal risks in WFP’s activities to support well-informed decision-making. /liliPrepare and assess briefs of evidence and other materials to contribute to legal analysis and solutions. /liliService and/or assist more senior Legal Officers in servicing internal and external committees, task forces, expert working groups and other bodies through the provision of legal advice and the preparation or review of legal documents, contributing to the formulation of WFP’s position. /liliContribute to building productive partnerships within the Legal Office, WFP and with other legal offices across the United Nations system. /liliProvide legal analysis and recommendations to support the development of legal approaches and solutions within the relevant area of work. /liliRepresent the Legal Office and WFP at meetings, conferences and other events. /liliContribute to the development and delivery of legal training and knowledge-sharing activities for other units and divisions. /liliPerform other related duties as required by the Legal Office. /li /ulh3QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE /h3pEducation: Advanced University degree in Law, or First University degree in Law with additional relevant experience and training in private, commercial or public Law. Must be qualified to practice or admitted to practice by a recognized national or state bar or law society or have equivalent professional legal practice experience. /ppExperience: At least five years of progressively responsible experience in providing a broad range of legal services, of which at least three years should be in an international context. Knowledge of public international law is desirable. /ppExperience in private-sector partnerships, technology transactions, data protection, intellectual property, financial transactions, cash-based transfer programmes, and other commercial legal matters, including leading and independently negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements entailing tailored contractual arrangements that require substantive legal analysis and risk assessment beyond the adaptation of standard templates, will be considered an asset. /ppLanguage: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language). /ph3MORE ABOUT YOU /h3ulliYou have: Knowledge of, and ability to apply, legal principles, concepts, procedures, and terminology for the review, examination, and processing of a range of legal documents. /liliClear and concise thinking and drafting with attention to detail. /liliStrong negotiation skills and a problem-solving approach. /liliIndependent decision-making skills. /liliBusiness acumen and ability to think strategically. /liliHigh standards of ethics and values. /liliGeneral knowledge of United Nations system policies, rules, regulations, and procedures. /liliA track record of delivering sound legal analysis, both orally and in writing, based on detailed legal research and proper conceptualization of legal issues. /liliAptitude to develop persuasive argumentation and legal strategy. /liliAbility to prepare timely documents in a clear, concise, and logical manner. /liliCommitment to work harmoniously within a team and with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. /liliWillingness to act as a mentor or point of reference to junior colleagues. /liliStrong multi-tasking and time-management skills. /liliProven communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. /liliAbility to work with tact and a high degree of discretion and confidentiality. /li /ulh3TERMS AND CONDITIONS /h3pThis is an International Professional position (non-rotational) and is open to all nationalities. Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP. This position is, however, classified as non-rotational, which means the incumbent shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the position is reclassified as rotational. The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year. This position is open to both internal and external candidates. /ppWFP offers attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance. For more information, visit /ppThe selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment. /ph3WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK /h3pWFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. /ph3REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION /h3pWFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: /ph3Equal Opportunity and Diversity /h3pWe are 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. /ppAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr