Senior {TESS+} Assessment Officer (Remote) – The World Food Programme (WFP)

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Job Description


About WFP

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives during emergencies and fostering pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity through food assistance.

Committed to diversity and inclusion, WFP offers a dynamic, multicultural work environment that values integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, and inclusion.

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World Food Programme (WFP) is hiring!

WFP is seeking a highly experienced Senior {TESS+} Assessment Officer to enhance telecommunications security systems within the UN humanitarian framework.

Job Title: Senior {TESS+} Assessment Officer, Telecommunications Security Standards {TESS+}
Location: Fully Remote (with travel as required)
Closing Date: 25 April 2026, 23:59 GMT+01:00 (Rome Time)
Contract: WAE Consultant (Level III)
Duration: 11 months

This role involves assessing field communications capabilities, providing operational support, and developing standards in the intersection of security, technology, and humanitarian response.

The position offers a unique opportunity for professionals with deep UN security and telecoms expertise to make a global impact through innovative security communication solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership in Assessments and Recommendations

  • Lead remote and on-site assessments of security communication systems (SCS) in collaboration with humanitarian partners.
  • Provide pragmatic, cost-effective recommendations balancing operational needs, security risks, and local conditions.

Technical Guidance and Support

  • Offer technical guidance and operational support to field teams for deploying and utilizing SCS solutions.
  • Coordinate with UN agencies, NGOs, and security professionals to ensure endorsed implementation of SCS recommendations.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with local, regional, and headquarters stakeholders, including Security Management Teams and security professionals.
  • Facilitate resources and support for critical upgrades and technical deployments.

Standards Development and Policy

  • Contribute to the continuous update of SCS technical standards, procedures, and guidance for UN security personnel.
  • Support the development of security communication policies aligned with evolving technology standards.

Representation and Coordination

  • Act as the Officer-In-Charge or coordinator during senior staff absences, ensuring seamless project continuity.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

  • University degree in Telecommunications, Technology, Business, Project Management, or related field.

Experience

  • Minimum of 15 years of international experience in UN operations or UN security, including field and headquarters roles.
  • Proven leadership in emergency projects, security, and telecommunications services.
  • Extensive operational experience in security and emergency communication technologies.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Deep understanding of UN Security Communications Systems and performance evaluation.
  • Strong knowledge of UN Security Management System and related security standards.
  • Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects involving UN agencies and NGOs.
  • Experience with global SCS standards, SOPs, and policies.
  • Proven ability to engage effectively with senior UN leadership and security professionals.

Languages

  • Fluency in English (Level C).
  • Intermediate knowledge of a second UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, or Portuguese) is recommended.

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Why Join WFP?

  • WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
  • Offers a diverse, inclusive, and multicultural work environment.
  • Invests in professional development through training, mentorship, and internal mobility.
  • Provides opportunities to work across global offices and with passionate colleagues.
  • Competitive compensation package.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply via the WFP Careers Portal before the deadline on 25 April 2026 at 23:59 GMT+01:00. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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