Ergonomist P3, WEL, 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.
Are you an Ergonomist interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join a global organisation investing in its people?
If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you!!! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Applications must be submitted by Sunday, January 15th, 2023 (11:59 PM CET)
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: https://www.wfp.org/ 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 trainings, 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 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 attractive compensation package (please refer to Terms and Conditions section)
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
The United Nations World Food Programme (UN WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. The core policies and strategies that govern WFP activities are: save lives in emergency situations; improve the nutrition and quality of life of the most vulnerable people; and to help build assets and promote the self-reliance of poor people and communities, particularly through conditional food for work and training programmes.
Through the Wellness Strategy, WFP has committed to providing a corporate culture of health and fostering an enabling and supportive workplace. Operating within conflict zones and hazardous environments, combined with highly mobile careers, places unique stressors on staff and their families. Little attention has been paid to the linkages between staff and family wellness, and at present, very few policies are in place outside of financial remuneration and insurance to specifically address the wellness of families. It is in the best interest of WFP to foster a sense of commitment to Wellness on the part of the staff, and a key part of staff wellbeing involves the wellbeing of dependents.
THE ROLE
The Ergonomist will report to the Staff Health protection Advisor and to the Division Director of WEL.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
- Provide Training of Ergonomic Workstation Assessors (EWA) in field offices and regional offices
- Provide advice on accommodation and office renovation in order to facilitate Disability inclusion and provide expertise to other divisions and to field offices worldwide on office settings.
- Develop, lead and delivery of DSE training programmes accredited by Ergonomic Chartership, CIEHF, UK to create network of ergonomic globally in support of Wellness and Health/Safety strategy
- Comply with all regulations and policies of Chartered Body of Ergonomics (CIEHF)
- Supervise and overview workplan for all EWAs progress of their role as nominated secondary supervisor in EWAs PACE
- Initiate wellness campaigns and activities & develop EWA network with 'toolkit' of material
- Regular planning and development meetings and reporting on completed work of EWAs
- Travel to global offices to deliver training and provide technical support for re-locations and refurbishments
- Analysis working hazards and related risk factors that could be linked to Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD)s, poor performance and work-related absenteeism/ incidents and accidents
- Undertake risk assessments within the workplace
- Individual intervention, promotional presentations, and demonstrations to integrate ergonomic support to field offices
- Provide remote support for telework and agile work and provide technical input for the guidelines of 'New Ways of Working'
- Formulate and complete detailed workplan (PACE)
- Collect, analysis and interpret data/statistics on the impact of ergonomic intervention
- Collaboration with Management Service Division (MSD)
- Drive solution s to raised ergonomic concerns in the workplace which impacts the 'end user' & 'bottom
- Provide technical guidance to Facilities team, MSD for re-locations, refurbishments, an tenders etc. to support ergonomic and health/safety (OSH) outcomes and common goals
- Identify ergonomic needs using detailed benchmarking and the application of ergonomic standards and principles
- Overview request referrals, and provide clearance for equipment and furniture for home use and special needs to support the Disability and Inclusion guidance
- Recommendations of improvements and designing/implementing appropriate solutions to eliminate hazards and risk inherent in the work environment
- Investment Case Funding Application (SAWP)
- Provide technical specifications for procurement of specific 'ergonomic' equipment and ensure that products/systems meet user needs'
- Overview, provide input and 'sign-off' for funding application (SAWP) for ergonomic intervention
- Create ergonomic contents and provide technical guidance in compliance with Regulation, Policy and Protocol – Occupational Safety & Health (OSH)
QUALIFICATIONS & KEY REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Advanced university degree in Ergonomics, Ergonomics and Human factors, Health Ergonomics or another relevant field
Experience:
- At least 5 years of professional postgraduate experience in office ergonomics
Language:
- 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
- Office and health ergonomics experience,
- Identification of working hazards and related risk factors,
- Undertake risk assessments within the workplace,
- Training and assessment of ergonomic advisors in all WFP offices in the field.
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 – Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others
Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments – Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change
Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork – Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth
Applies Strategic Thinking – Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things
Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships – 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
This is an International Professional position and is open to all nationalities.
WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.
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. The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year. This position is open to both internal and external candidates.
The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment.
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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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
