About the opportunity
The World Food Programme is seeking a Digital Innovation Officer (SC 08) to serve as a senior technical advisor in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The incumbent will work closely with government counterparts, the private sector, and international partners to co-design, implement, and monitor digital transformation initiatives aligned with national strategies and the WFP Country Strategic Plan. Reporting to the Country Director, the role focuses on driving the innovation portfolio, establishing monitoring frameworks, and building public sector capacity for sustainable digital solutions.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package
- Highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment
- Opportunities for personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, and mentorship
- Internal mobility opportunities across various country, regional, and global offices
Who can apply?
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or advanced university degree in business, innovation and technology management, international development, or related fields is desirable
- At least 8 years of progressively responsible international experience in a digital transformation, technology, innovation, or start-up leadership role with exposure in the private and public sectors
- Experience managing digital innovation and business transformation strategies and portfolios from ideation to implementation
- Understanding of funding models for digital solutions, start-ups, and impact innovations
- Fluency in oral and written English and Spanish is mandatory
- Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language is a plus
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Applications close on 16 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT-04:00 (Atlantic Standard Time, Dominica)
How to apply
- Submit applications exclusively through the online recruiting system
- Ensure the Workday profile is accurate and complete with employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade if applicable
Additional information
- WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate
- The position is based in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
- The UN does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees in connection with the recruitment process
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Significant international experience in digital transformation or innovation leadership
- Proven ability to manage innovation portfolios from ideation to implementation
- Strong understanding of funding models for start-ups and impact innovations
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is mandatory for this role
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is based on-site in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
- Requires close collaboration with government and private sector counterparts
- Applicants must be comfortable navigating complex public sector capacity-building environments
- Verify specific service contract terms regarding benefits and long-term security
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity is perfect for a digital strategist looking to apply private-sector innovation techniques to public-sector challenges. It provides a unique chance to drive national-level digital transformation while building a network across government and international development circles.
Our take
Digital innovation experts with a passion for public sector transformation should apply. Those who prefer remote work or lack experience in both private and public sector innovation may find this role less aligned with their profile.
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