CST HR & Payroll transformation (level 1)

About the opportunity

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a CST HR & Payroll Transformation (Level 1) consultant to join its Human Resources Technology and Analytics Branch (HRMOI). Under the overall supervision of the Head of Payroll, Time and Audit Systems and guidance of the HR Local Staff Lead, the incumbent will provide operational payroll support while contributing to the execution of the One Payroll Programme—a strategic multi-year transformation initiative to modernize and harmonize payroll operations across WFP. Responsibilities include business analysis, requirements gathering, system testing (UAT), cutover support, parallel runs, and providing functional HR and payroll support to users globally.

Salary and benefits

• Attractive compensation package commensurate with experience and UN standards.
• Professional growth and learning opportunities through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility.
• Opportunity to contribute to a major digital transformation in a Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization.
• Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

Who can apply?

• Education: Advanced university degree in Human Resources, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics, or Finance; OR a first-level university degree with additional relevant work experience.
• Experience: 3 to 5 years of post-graduate professional experience in Human Resources with an interest in international humanitarian development. Experience conducting data analysis, business analysis, system testing, and deployment is an added value.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of corporate information systems; exposure to Workday and SAP HR modules is an asset. Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency preferred.
• Competencies: Strong written communication skills (PowerPoint and text documents), attention to detail, time management, and ability to work on tight deadlines.
• Languages: Fluency in oral and written English. Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is an asset.
• Ineligibility: Members of oversight bodies (such as ACABQ, ICSC, FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor/Audit Committee, JIU) during service and within three years of ceasing service.

Required documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter

When to apply

• Application Deadline: September 20, 2026 at 23:59 GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome).

How to apply

• Complete your online Workday profile, ensuring all sections (employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade if applicable) are filled out accurately.
• Submit your application exclusively online through the official WFP recruitment portal with your CV and Cover Letter.
• If technical issues occur during application submission, contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org (for technical issues only).

Additional information

• Duty Station: Rome, Italy or remote.
• Contract Type: CST REG (Level 1).
• Duration: Through December 31, 2026, with possible extension subject to organizational needs, funding availability, and programme duration.
• WFP does not charge any application, processing, interviewing, or testing fee.
• Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.