Recrutement de 01 Workplace Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist CST

Recrutement de 01 Workplace Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist CST
Niveau d'études: Non précisé
Expérience: 6 ans
Expire le: 15-03-2023

World Food Programme
Johannesburg, South Africa
Opportunités de carrière : Workplace Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist CST, (11 months) 1 (551717)

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to end global hunger. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their shattered lives. Present in nearly 80 countries, the organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to nutritious food and contribute to the lasting solutions, especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas. We manage an operating budget of approximately $5.9 billion each year, distributing 12.6 billion rations to those most in need. We reach an average of 80 million people with food assistance in around 80 countries each year. The World Food Programme office in Johannesburg is a Regional Office coordinating and supporting the delivery of humanitarian assistance and providing technical support to 12 Southern Africa countries including, Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Republic of Congo, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

JOB PURPOSE
At this regional position, you will work closely with the Sr Regional Human Resources Officer and the WFP Headquarters Diversity and Inclusion Team.

You will be supporting initiatives aiming at embedding WFP’s culture and values.

You will implement and promote the global diversity and inclusion strategy across the region, which includes managing the initiatives, events and programmes that support the overall objectives and goals.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
This role includes, but is not limited to, the following accountabilities: 

Propose and roll out specific initiatives aiming at celebrating WFP’s culture, values, and ways of working
Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure that WFP’s working environment welcomes and celebrates individual differences
Partner with Learning & Development and Talent Acquisition colleagues to operationalize and embed D&I principles in workplace practices and processes – Learning initiatives, selection processes, employer branding & communication
Provide updates to regular monitoring and reporting on diversity and inclusion progress in the region, including disseminating information to relevant stakeholders.
Conduct ongoing research on regional demographic trends and best practices, identifying and recommending strategies for enhancing diversity and inclusion efforts.
Develop communication and outreach channels within the region and Country Offices
Support and guide the regional and country offices recruitment teams to help create a WFP brand that appeals to diverse applicants.
Prepare and/or provide inputs for knowledge management products and capacity development materials in partnership with the Capability Development team to deliver impactful face-to-face and/or online D&I content and training.
Facilitate and organize internal events, workshops, and programmes focused on the sense of belonging in the organization.  
Perform other duties are required

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
Technical Knowledge & Skills:

Experience in managing workplace culture initiatives
Knowledge of D&I best practices, techniques, and processes with some understanding of the basic theoretical background
Analytical ability to compile, maintain and analyze data, prepare reports, and draw initial conclusions in support of work carried out
Ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
Good communication skills are required to give and receive information and work with a variety of individuals.
Good interpersonal skills, ability to mobilize and engage others

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

A University Degree in Human Resource Management, Social Sciences, Psychology or Behavioral Sciences, Organization Development, Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology or other relevant field and related work experience.
A professional certification in Diversity and Inclusion would be an asset.

Experience:

A minimum of 6 years of professional experience with diversity, equity and inclusion-related initiatives and programs.

Language:

Excellent knowledge of English. French or Portuguese level C are considered as a plus

Ability to travel: 

This assignment is based in Johannesburg, South Africa with possible travels within the Southern Africa region to support 12 Country Offices (Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Republic of Congo, Zambia, and Zimbabwe).

WHY WORK WITH US? 
This is an opportunity for an exciting and challenging position in a multi-cultural and interdisciplinary team, based in a unique location, on a topic with high relevance. In addition, we offer:

➡️Meaningful and impactful careers: Our day-to-day work makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve

➡️Continuous learning and training: We provide learning tools for our staff to continually develop their careers

➡️Multicultural and stimulating work environment: We encourage gender and cultural diversity to make our teams stronger

Join us to make a difference, watch this video to know more about us!!  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDJitzm4wa0

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
This Vacancy Announcement will close on Wednesday, 15 March 2023 at 11:59pm Johannesburg time.

Qualified women applicants, people with disabilities and candidates from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

No 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.