Senior Legal Officer and Chief P5, LEGA

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This position is based in WFP Global Headquarters (GHQ) and covers WFP’s employment and administrative law portfolio, including interpretation and application of the employment framework, policy advice on staff-related governance instruments, advice on disciplinary matters and more generally on employment related…

Principais funções

• As leader of the branch, lead, supervise, and manage the branch’s professional and support staff through work planning, resource allocation, performance management…
• Support the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and plans within the LEGA portfolio, aligned with the Legal Office’s, WFP’s, and wider UN system…
• Initiate and lead change processes within the branch, driving improved performance, championing the adoption of artificial intelligence and technology-enabled tools and…
• Serve as a recognized expert on legal matters arising within the portfolio and independently handle the most complex, sensitive, and high-impact issues, including…

Perfil procurado

• Advanced university degree in Law, or first university degree in law with additional relevant experience and training.
• Must be qualified or admitted to practice law by a recognized national or state bar or law society, or have equivalent professional legal practice experience.
• Experience: At least 11 years of progressively responsible legal experience relevant to the portfolio, including substantial experience in employment and administrative…