Legal Officer P2, LEGM

h3DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS /h3p20 October :59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome) /ppWFP 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. /ph3ABOUT WFP /h3pThe 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. /ppAt 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? /h3ulliWFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. /liliWFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. /liliWFP 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. /liliA 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. /liliWe offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). /li /ulh3ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT /h3pThis role is in the Legal Office in Global Headquarters (GHQ) and report to a more senior Legal Officer or designate. /ppThe Legal Office is organized into three branches that advise on the various aspects of WFP’s work: /pulliTheAdministrative and Employment Law Branch(LEGA) provides advice to management on all aspects of the employment relationship between WFP and its employees; /liliTheContractual and Constitutional Law Branch(LEGC) provides advice on all aspects of public international law, WFP’s internal governance, public and private sector contributions, commercial and other operational activities, including also cash-based transfer programmes, treasury functions, and communications; and /liliTheMaritime, 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, real estate and insurance. /li /ulpWFP is seeking to fill Legal Officer P2 position in LEGM,based in our headquarters in Rome, Italy. Please note that the Legal Office is adopting a pooled service arrangement for posts at this level aimed at promoting inter-branch engagement and expanding staff knowledge and skills. This includes an expectation to undertake up to 50% of work on matters pertaining to the other branches of the Legal Office. /ph3BRANCH SPECIFIC INFORMATION /h3pLEGM provides legal support on matters arising from WFP’s supply chain, commercial and common services operations, with particular focus on procurement, transport, logistics, shipping, aviation, insurance, construction, engineering, real estate and contract law, including international trade-related matters. Its work includes: /pulliProviding legal advice in connection with the procurement of food, goods and services and with commercial arrangements for shipping, aviation, logistics, overland transport, service provision, construction, engineering, office and premises leases, real estate and insurance; /liliAdvising on the interpretation and application of WFP rules, policies, contractual frameworks, international conventions and agreements relevant to supply chain and common services operations; /liliSupporting commodity management actions, including legal and technical advice to mitigate risks arising from commodity loss, establish liability and pursue recovery from third parties; /liliAdvising on and participating in the preparation, pursuit, negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes with public and private entities; /liliSupporting dispute resolution and litigation proceedings within LEGM’s areas of competence, including liaison with external counsel where appropriate; and /liliPromoting awareness of potential liability exposure and the proactive mitigation of legal and operational risks across the organization. /li /ulh3KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES /h3pUnder the guidance and supervision of a more senior Legal Officer, the P2 Legal Officer will perform a range of the following duties within delegated authority: /pulliUndertake legal research and analysis on multidisciplinary legal matters in LEGM’s areas of concentration, including procurement, transport, logistics, shipping, aviation, insurance, commercial and contract law, construction, engineering and related international trade matters, to facilitate the provision of quality legal services; /liliReview legal documents, identify and analyse issues, and present findings and recommendations for internal review to support informed decision-making; /liliAssist in preparing legal opinions, advice, background papers, studies, memoranda, reports, correspondence and other legal documents, ensuring clarity, coherence and quality; /liliContribute to drafting and reviewing agreements, contracts, amendments, policies, guidelines and procedures relating to LEGM’s areas of work; /liliContribute to the preparation, pursuit, negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes with suppliers, contractors, transporters, insurers and other commercial counterparties; /liliIdentify potential liabilities, particularly vis-a-vis third parties, and assist in managing legal and operational risks arising from WFP activities; /liliPrepare and assess briefs of evidence and supporting documentation to contribute to legal analysis, claims management and dispute resolution; /liliAssist in providing legal advice and interpretations on relevant WFP Regulations, Rules, policies, procedures, international conventions, agreements and administrative decisions on the LEGM portfolio; /liliProvide support, under guidance, to WFP Country Offices, Global Offices and Headquarters units on legal matters within LEGM’s areas of competence; /liliAssist more senior Legal Officers in servicing committees, task forces, expert working groups and other bodies through legal research, advice and the preparation or review of legal documents; /liliSupport dispute resolution or litigation proceedings, including liaison with external counsel, as instructed; /liliContribute to commodity management actions and to legal awareness or training activities for WFP business units; and /liliPerform other related duties as required by the Legal Office. /li /ulh3QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE /h3h3Education : /h3ulliAdvanced University degree in Law, or First University degree in Law with additional relevant experience and training in private, commercial or public law. /liliMust be qualified to practice or admitted to practice law by a recognized national or state bar or law society, or have equivalent professional legal practice experience. /li /ulh3Experience : /h3ulliAt least three years or more of relevant experience in law and provision of legal services. /liliRelevant experience in one or more of LEGM’s areas of work, such as private commercial law, international trade law, procurement, contracts, logistics, transport, shipping, aviation, insurance, construction, engineering, real estate, commodity management, claims or dispute resolution, is desirable. /liliExperience in an international organization, law firm, government institution or multinational environment is an advantage. /li /ulh3Language : /h3pFluency (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 /h3ulliKnowledge of, and ability to apply, legal principles, concepts, procedures and terminology for review, examination and processing of a range of legal documents; /liliKnowledge of various legal research sources and techniques, and the ability to interpret and apply legislative instruments, international conventions and agreements and draft legal papers; /liliAbility to draft clear, concise and context-appropriate legal documents, with sound analytical skills and attention to detail; /liliGood negotiation skills and a practical, problem-solving approach; /liliBusiness acumen and awareness of the operational context in which legal advice is provided; /liliStrong time-management and priority-management skills; /liliExcellent communication and interpersonal skills; /liliTact, discretion and ability to handle confidential information; /liliOpenness to learning, receiving guidance and development through coaching and feedback; /liliAbility to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams; and /liliAbility to manage competing priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines. /li /ulh3TERMS AND CONDITIONS /h3ulliThis is an International Professional position and is open to all nationalities. Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP. /liliThis 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. /liliThe selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year. /liliThis position is open to both internal and external candidates. WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel, visa 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 /liliThe selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment. /li /ulh3WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK /h3pWFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. /ppClick here to access WFP Leadership Framework /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: /ph3NO FEE DISCLAIMER /h3pThe United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. /ph3REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION /h3ulliAll applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel. /liliWe strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. /liliIf you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply. /liliAt the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process. /liliOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process. /li /ulpAll 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. /ppNo appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr