About the opportunity
The IT Solution Architect (Identity Management), P-3 position is based in Rome, Italy, within the Technology division – Digital Services branch (TECD) of the World Food Programme. The incumbent will play a central role in shaping and leading the beneficiary services agenda as part of WFP’s larger digital capabilities. Responsibilities include managing a small team to deliver IT solutions, conducting complex analysis, proposing creative solutions to business requirements, and collaborating with enterprise architects, developers, and product managers to design, develop, and release the SCOPE platform.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards
- Basic salary and post adjustment
- Relocation entitlement, visa, travel, and shipment allowances
- 30 days of annual leave and home leave
- Education grant for dependent children
- Pension plan and medical insurance
- Access to personal and professional development programs (training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship)
Who can apply?
- Open to all nationalities (International Professional position)
- Advanced university degree in Computer Science or other relevant field, OR a First University degree with additional years of related work experience or training/courses
- Five years or more of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in IT (or eight years in the absence of an advanced degree)
- Fluency (level C) in English language
- Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese)
- In-depth knowledge and proven experience in managing large teams following agile software development methodologies
- Extensive knowledge of the Django Python technology stack is required
- Extensive knowledge of AWS cloud architectures and large PostgreSQL databases
- Ability to operate in distributed/decentralized teams
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 27 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable)
- Submit your application exclusively through the WFP online recruiting system (Workday)
- Do not send CVs or applications via email, LinkedIn, or other channels
Additional information
- This is a limited fixed-term contract of 1 year, renewable up to a maximum of 4 years
- The position is non-mobile and based in Rome, Italy; the selected candidate will be expected to relocate
- Incumbents of Limited Fixed-Term positions are not eligible to apply for other mobile positions advertised internally through Reassignment
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees
- For technical issues with the application, contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org
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…
- Advanced degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Extensive knowledge of Django Python, AWS architectures, and PostgreSQL
- Proven experience managing agile software development teams
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is based in Rome, Italy, and requires relocation
- This is a limited fixed-term contract, renewable up to four years
- Requires intermediate proficiency in a second official UN language
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is a premier opportunity for an IT architect to lead high-impact digital beneficiary services at a global scale. It is perfect for a professional looking to leverage their technical expertise in cloud architecture and software development to support humanitarian efforts while gaining international experience within the UN system.
Our take
Experienced IT architects with a background in large-scale database and cloud systems who are ready for an international move should apply. Those seeking permanent, non-fixed-term contracts may find the structure of this role less suitable.
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