WFP Ethics Officer P-3 in Rome, Italy: International Professional Job in Ethics, Compliance and Risk Management
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting applications for an Ethics Officer – P-3 position based at its headquarters in Rome, Italy. This is a full-time International Professional opportunity for experienced professionals in ethics, compliance, legal, risk management, or international affairs.
Overview
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking qualified applicants for an Ethics Officer – P-3 position at its headquarters in Rome, Italy. This full-time International Professional role involves strengthening WFP's ethical framework by advising management and employees, handling conflict-of-interest disclosures, supporting retaliation protection, developing training programmes, and contributing to ethics-related policies.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet specific educational, professional, and language criteria to be considered for this post:
- Education: An advanced university degree in law, ethics, public administration, international affairs, compliance, or a closely related field.
- Experience: At least five years of relevant progressively responsible professional experience in areas such as legal advice, compliance, risk assessment, ethics, or related professional fields.
- Languages: Fluency in English at Level C, plus intermediate knowledge (Level B) of a second official United Nations language (such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, or Portuguese).
- Nationality: Open to qualified candidates of all nationalities.
Benefits
As an International Professional fixed-term appointment, the position offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in accordance with International Civil Service Commission standards. Covered benefits typically include:
- Basic salary and post adjustment
- Relocation entitlement, travel, and shipment allowances
- Visa support
- 30 days of annual leave and home leave
- Education grant for dependent children
- Pension plan and medical insurance
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications exclusively through WFP’s online recruitment system. Applications sent via email, LinkedIn, or other informal channels will not be reviewed.
- Prepare a tailored curriculum vitae (CV) and a cover letter.
- Ensure your online profile accurately reflects your employment history, academic qualifications, and language proficiencies.
- Submit through the official application portal before the closing time.
Deadline
The deadline to submit applications is 29 September 2026 at 23:59 Central European Time (Rome).