[Hiring] Data Protection Specialist @World Food Programme

Role Description

The Data Protection Specialist will provide technical and operational support HQ as part of the WFP Global Privacy Office and will play a role in the roll out of WFP’s Privacy Program across all division-wide organization.

• Support in developing, implementing and operationalizing Data Protection and Privacy policies, governance mechanisms, procedures and tools to maximize program efficiency and comprehensive roll out across WFP different divisions and offices.
• Review current WFP’s policy and governance framework (e.g. policies, guidelines and toolkits) to adapt them to WFP’s Privacy Program and corporate operational needs.
• Draft SOPs/position papers/guidance as well as conduct legal research and documentation activities, keeping abreast of key global Data Protection developments, trends and regulations on personal Data Protection and Privacy.
• Provide consistent advice to HQ divisions, regional bureaus and field offices on Data Protection and Privacy issues, identifying needs and priorities.
• Support the Data Protection Office in operationalizing the different elements of WFP’s Data Protection and Privacy Program.
• Prepare and/or review Data Protection and Privacy agreements and contracts with public and private entities.
• Proactively contribute to continuously improve systems, tools, processes and templates to align them to WFP’s operational needs.
• Provide support in the development of reporting mechanisms to monitor Data Protection and Privacy activities and identify related risks and gaps.
• Document, track and report relevant program metrics and milestones on the implementation of the Privacy Program.
• Prepare Notes for the Record, reports, memoranda, talking points and correspondence on data protection issues as required.
• Conduct training and awareness activities as required.
• Perform any other related duties, as required.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in relevant discipline (including but not limited to law, computer science, information technology) or related field with relevant work experience.
• LLM or Master of Law on data protection, privacy, computer and communications law, compliance, international, digital or media law.
• Knowledge of international security management systems industry standards (ISO 27001, ISO 27701, NIST…) desired.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of responsible professional experience in Data protection, Privacy and Information Security.
• Experience in implementing Privacy and Data Protection compliance programs, operations and/or risk management programs in large corporations.
• Experience in conducting PIAs, LIAS, maintaining records of processing activities, incident response management and SARs mechanisms.
• Experience working in a global, large-scale, complex, and fast-paced environment.
• Experience in roles that demand accuracy and quality, prioritization and execution against timelines.
• Experience working autonomously with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Experience working within a law firm and/or the United Nations system, or similar international organization, is highly desirable.

Benefits

• 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.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across various country, regional and global offices.
• We offer an attractive compensation package.