Member Of The Wfp Independent Oversight Advisory Committee (Ioac)

Selecta sas; Roma; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

An international humanitarian organization is looking for a Senior Management role focused on oversight and governance. The candidate will be responsible for reviewing internal audits, assessing risk management and internal controls, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards. This position requires at least 15 years of relevant experience, a strong governance background, and proficiency in English. Preference will be given to candidates meeting specific diversity criteria. The role is based in Rome, Italy, for a term of three years with no direct compensation, covering travel and subsistence costs.

Competenze

• At least 15 years of progressively responsible senior management experience in finance, audit, oversight, or evaluations.
• Proven experience in organizational governance and accountability.
• High level of English proficiency required.

Mansioni

• Oversee internal audit and investigation functions.
• Assess effectiveness of internal control systems.
• Review financial statements and external audit processes.

Conoscenze

Management experience

Governance expertise

Risk management

Ethics compliance

Formazione

Master's degree or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Your privacy is important to us. DATE LIMITE DE CANDIDATURE : 11 January : 59-UTC+01 : 00 heure d'Europe centrale (Rome)

WFP 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.

About WFP

The 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 climate change. 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. To learn more about WFP, visit our website.

Organizational Context

The Independent Oversight Advisory Committee (IOAC) serves in an expert advisory capacity and provides independent, expert advice to the Executive Board and the Executive Director in fulfilling their governance responsibilities, including ensuring the effectiveness of WFP's internal control systems, risk management, audit and oversight functions, and governance processes. The IOAC aims to add value by strengthening accountability and governance within WFP.

Responsibilities

Internal oversight, internal audit and investigation function : provide advice on the independence and mandate of the Office of the Inspector General; review its budget and staffing requirements; review its overall performance and issue related recommendations, provide advice on the selection and performance of the Inspector General and Director, Oversight Office and on the annual plan for oversight activities.

Risk Management and Internal Controls : assess the effectiveness of WFP's internal control systems, including risk management and internal governance practices.

Financial Statements : address issues arising from the audited financial statements of WFP and reports to WFP management and the Executive Board produced by the External Auditor.

Accounting : evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies, standards and disclosure practices and any changes and risks in those policies.

External audit : review the External Auditor's work plan and reports, including any comments for consideration by the External Auditor in the independent determination of their work plan and issued reports; advise on the selection of the External Auditor, costs and scope of the services, fees charged, and extensions or additional work required.

Values and Ethics : assess the systems established by WFP to maintain and promote international civil service values, ensure compliance with applicable norms and policies, and uphold high standards of integrity and ethical conduct, preventing conflicts of interest and misconduct.

Allegations of Inappropriate Activity : oversee the process for handling and investigating significant allegations.

Evaluation : oversee evaluation policy, strategy and charter, annual work plan and budget, quality assurance systems, and external assessments.

Management response and follow up : advise on the adequacy of management response and follow-up to audit, ethics, ombudsman and evaluation recommendations.

Qualifications and Experience

At least 15 years of progressively responsible senior management experience in finance, audit / oversight and / or evaluations.

A track record of providing expertise in an advisory capacity to executive-level stakeholders.

Proven experience in organizational governance and accountability structures, including risk management and ethics.

Demonstrated knowledge of large, international, and complex organizations.

Demonstrated ability to deliver recommendations across different levels of a multicultural organization.

Previous Oversight Committee (or similar) experience preferred.

Understanding of general legal concepts.

Integrity, independent judgment, dedication, and commitment to WFP's global goal of reaching zero hunger.

High level of English proficiency required; the committee works exclusively in English.

Terms and Conditions

To meet IOAC equitable geographical representation requirements, preference will be given to nationals from the following countries : Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of). WFP is committed to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women; qualified women candidates are strongly urged to apply. Members of the IOAC shall be independent of the WFP Secretariat and the Executive Board.

The appointment is for a three-year term, renewable for a further three years. This position has no compensation, but travel and subsistence costs are paid by WFP. IOAC members are expected to attend at least four meetings each year, either in Rome, Italy, or in a field location to experience WFP operations first-hand.

Application Closing Date

11 / 01 / 2026

Reasonable Accommodation

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact us.

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