Digital Forensics Officer, P2 – Rome, Italy

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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.

Would you like to work as Digital Forensics Officer and you are interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Would you like to join WFP, a highly reputable organisation bringing positive change to lives of people affected by hardships? Would you like to join a global organisation investing in its people?

If your answer is yes, then this is a great opportunity for you to become an integral member of a diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to beneficiary assistance.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Applications must be submitted by Thursday, 15th September, 2022 (17:59 EDT)

WHO WE ARE

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.

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: UN World Food Programme (WFP) and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter.

WHY JOIN US?

• 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 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)

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This role is the Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) located in Headquarters, Rome, Italy and will report to the Forensics Investigations Officer P4.

THE ROLE

Assist in providing digital forensic services during investigations and archiving processes; the position will serve as focal point between OIGI and TECI (Cyber Security), HQ services, TECM and OIGI Administrative teams.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Forensics Analysis:

• Assist in providing digital forensic services, including recovery and acquisition of evidence from IT equipment, preservation and management of evidence using best industry practices during an investigation and archiving;
• Assist in the analysis of evidence, including device data extraction, recovery of corrupt data, electronic mail extraction and database examination;
• Perform regular data mining and analytical procedures using appropriate tools (e.g. Intella, Cellebrite, Encase) to assist in investigations, including regular data mining to highlight potentially fraudulent activity.
• Assist in performing OSINT extractions and analysis;
• Perform comprehensive technical analysis and interpret evidence contained in digital data such as e-mail, various databases, and information stored on electronic devices using forensic tools and methods;
• Develop and execute Scripts in the following programming languages (Python and Java);
• Assist in the implementation of electronic discovery, computer forensic investigations, and related services for large data sets;
• Collect pertinent information related to OIGI cases utilising WFP’s corporate databases, including SAP, and available public databases;
• Review the collected data along with OIGI case materials, analyse the data and produce comprehensive analytical reports;
• Carry out any other duty as instructed by the OIGI Forensics Officer (P4)/or management team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (continue)

Forensics Administration tasks:

• Forensic Laboratory management
• Document the chain of custody process for forensic evidence, as well as
• evidence acquisition and analysis methods • OIGI inventory management
• OIGI servers patching and maintenance
• Forensics Case management data entry and population of data
• Coordination with COs for evidence return
• OIGI evidence safe and storage management

OIGI IT support:

• Using special software and hardware restricted to OIGI, support the entire OIGI team when they require IT assistance with investigations.

Liaison:

• Serve as focal point for OIGI and TECI (Cyber Security), HQ services, TECM and OIGI Admin teams for all matters requiring coordination.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

You have:

• University degree in Digital Forensics, Cyber Forensics, Forensics Science or Advanced Computer Engineering

EXPERIENCE:

You have:

• 3 years of relevant, experience in Digital Forensics Investigations

LANGUAGE:

You have:

• International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language.
• Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language).

MORE ABOUT YOU

You have:

• Demonstrated expertise in theories, concepts and approaches relevant to investigations and practical use of investigation techniques.
• Skills in coordination of multiple investigations and delivery of planned outputs.
• Familiarity with the use of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources and databases.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

These are the common standards of behaviour that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Leads by Example with Integrity	Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments	Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork	Applies Strategic Thinking	Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships
Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others	Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change	Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth	Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things	Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives

Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• The positions are open to all nationalities.

• While WFP does support flexible working arrangements, the positions are based in Rome and would require the selected candidate to relocate.

• The selected candidate will be employed on a renewable fixed-term contract (up to 8 years) with a probationary period of one year.

• WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance.

For more details, please visit icsc.un.org
Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP.

• This position is however classified as ‘’non-rotational’’ which means the incumbent shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the position is reclassified as rotational.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• 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
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• 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
• Please contact us at [email protected] in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

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All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational 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.

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.

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