Product OwnerWeb Editor

World Food Programme; Roma; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading humanitarian organization is seeking a Web Content Editor to manage product development and digital services. Responsibilities include product ownership, overseeing website content, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should have an advanced degree and experience in web editing. This full-time position offers an inclusive workplace with a commitment to equal opportunity and professional growth.

Servizi

Inclusive working environment

Professional development programs

Attractive compensation package

Competenze

• Experience in product ownership and editing websites using content management systems.
• Capacity to compare and analyze data and propose solutions.
• Knowledge of agile product development.

Mansioni

• Develop and communicate the Product Goal and requirements.
• Ensure transparency of the Product Backlog.
• Participate in sprint planning and manage backlog grooming.
• Deliver high-quality content and monitor website updates.

Conoscenze

Product ownership

Website editing

Data analysis

Agile product development

Formazione

Advanced university degree in relevant fields

Descrizione del lavoro

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

12 January 2026 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 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: follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

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 and 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 Executive Board Secretariat is the interface between the WFP Executive Board Membership (Board Members and Observers) and WFP Management. The Executive Board Secretariat is headed by the Secretary to the Board who leads a team of about 35 staff as well as a larger group of temporary professionals who handle Board documentation, conference services and Secretariat Support to the WFP Audit Committee and the Executive Board.

The EBS Digital Governance Services Unit manages the content of the EB website as well as several digital products to support the Executive Board Services. The products are continuously improved and new products and features are added frequently. A consultant is required to own the product development and technical maintenance as well as contribute to the activities of content strategy planning and delivery. The consultant will work under the supervision of Executive Board Website Manager and will perform the following tasks:

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform the role of Product Owner: develop and explicitly communicate the Product Goal; gather and validate requirements following a customer‑centric design.
2. Ensure that the Product Backlog is transparent, visible and understood; communicate requirements inwards to the Product Team.
3. Decompose high‑level requirements; create and clearly communicate Product Backlog Items (PBI) partnering closely with stakeholders and the Product Team to ensure everyone understands the items in the backlog.
4. Determine whether PBIs were satisfactorily delivered; give the Product Team clear guidance on which features to deliver next.
5. Take care of backlog grooming: regularly review items on the backlog to ensure it contains the appropriate items that are prioritized and that the items at the top of the backlog are ready for delivery.
6. Participate in the sprint planning session; a team planning meeting that determines what to complete in the coming sprint.
7. Provide guidance to vendors concerning the submission of consumption reports and invoices.
8. In collaboration with the Head of EBSD draft and review Purchase Orders.
9. Identify and escalating issues that could affect the product outcomes, timeline or budget.

AS WEB CONTENT EDITOR

1. Monitor the content of the website by reviewing constantly current information published and ensuring all pages are translated in four languages, accurate and up to date, clear and according to guidelines.
2. Check the quality of the display of the website in different browsers and devices.
3. Plan the creation and delivery of new content to the EB public website by proactively proposing new content and managing all the images for the website including photo galleries as well as pages of the news about and activities sections.
4. Collaborate and liaise with other web contributors or EBS focal points for specific subjects.
5. Coordinate projects & product development.
6. Manage vendors for development activities.
7. Write Product Epics and User Stories.
8. Maintain the EBS Style & CMS guidelines.
9. Support the classification of EB documents and publication of CSPs as requested.
10. Support the management of the EB membership area as requested.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT

1. Product Backlog well‑structured in epics, features and user stories with user stories that pass the exit criteria.
2. An efficient and effective product delivery for EB digital services.
3. Measurable contribution to digital transformation projects in EBS.
4. Punctual and precise publication of content.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

EDUCATION

• Advanced university degree in one of the following areas: Language, Linguistics, Literature, Communications, Government, Politics and Policy, History, International Affairs, Social Sciences.

EXPERIENCE

• Product ownership and editing websites using content management systems.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Capacity to compare and analyse data, identify errors and discrepancies, and proactively elaborate and propose solutions for enhancements or to solve issues identified.
• Knowledge of agile product development.

LANGUAGES

Mandatory: Excellent English, French or Spanish; another UN language desirable.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework.

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: [contact details omitted]

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

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.
• If you experience challenges while submitting your online application, please contact us at for technical support only.
• Please note that applications sent to this email address cannot be considered.
• 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.
• 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.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organisational 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.

KEY SKILLS

Bidding, Exploration, Apparel Merchandising, Adobe Dreamweaver, Courier Delivery, Airlines.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full‑Time

EXPERIENCE

years

VACANCY

1