People Excellence Project Assistant

World Food Programme; Roma; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading humanitarian organization seeks a Project Assistant to support the implementation of its People Policy. The ideal candidate has a degree in Business Administration or Human Resources Management, with 3+ years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include managing project activities, ensuring effective communication, and tracking engagement progress. Fluency in English and strong organizational skills are essential. This role offers a diverse and inclusive work environment, along with opportunities for professional development.

Servizi

Attractive compensation package

Professional development opportunities

Competenze

• 3+ years of experience in project management and/or Human Resources Management.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Mansioni

• Support the Head of Organizational Culture in implementing People Policy.
• Manage coordination of activities within the PCC unit.
• Develop and manage a database for tracking progress on client engagement.

Conoscenze

Excellent organisational skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Self-driven with light level of initiatives

Strong analytical skills

Ability to juggle multiple priorities

Formazione

University degree in Business Administration or Human Resources Management

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Access

Project Management Software

Descrizione del lavoro

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

7 December 2025 - 23 : 59 GMT 01 : 00 Central European Time (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 WFPs values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

WHY JOIN WFP

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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) requires a dynamic, enthusiastic and self-driven Project Assistant to support the implementation of its People Policy whose purpose is to establish and maintain a coherent framework for excellence in people management by outlining WFPs workforce vision and commitments and its expectations of employees’ behaviour to each other and the organization.

This role offers excellent professional development opportunity which enables the incumbent to sharpen their organizational knowledge and skills over a wide spectrum of areas (i.e. project management, change management and stakeholder engagement).

This consultancy position will report to Head of Organizational Culture and will provide support to the wider People and Culture Coordination unit (PCC).

MAIN OBJECTIVE

To support the smooth and effective project administration, knowledge management and employee and stakeholder engagement throughout the process of implementing the People Policy.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Head of Organizational Culture and wider PCC team in coordinating key activities under the People Policy implementation plans.
• Manage the coordination of activities to ensure integration within the PCC unit.
• Be the knowledge management focal point ensuring accessibility and flow of information materials within the unit.
• Develop and manage a database for tracking progress on client engagement on People Policy implementation activities for use by the PCC unit and for reporting to management.
• Drive communication activities, assessments and employee engagement to create more awareness on the WFP values and related activities.
• Conduct research on related topics.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT

The above duties are performed at a satisfactory level making a measurable contribution to the implementation of the People Policy.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education

University degree in Business Administration or Human Resources Management or related field.

Advance proficiency in MS Office.

Experience

3 or more years of experience in project management and / or Human Resources Management.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent organisational skills. Can shift priorities, demands and timeline through flexibility and problem-solving capabilities.
• Self-driven with light level of initiatives.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and can research into project related issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of HR function and industry trends is desirable.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet rapid deadlines.
• Effective written and oral communication with a focus on crisp output.

Languages

Fluency in written and spoken English.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

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 …

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The 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.

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.

Please contact us in case you face any challenges with submitting your application.

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 and any kind of harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of authority. Therefore all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Key Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Access
• Bluebeam
• Construction Experience
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Office Experience
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Project
• Administrative Experience

Employment Type : Full‑Time

Vacancy : 1