Data Protection Officer (Legal)

TL;DR

Data Protection Officer (Legal): Managing and overseeing data protection policies and compliance for the organization with an accent on legal frameworks and privacy standards. Focus on ensuring adherence to international data protection regulations and implementing privacy-by-design principles.

Location: Italy-Rome (Flexible working arrangements available)

Company

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (hirify.global) supports the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agrifood systems.

What you will do

• Oversee data protection operations and privacy frameworks within the organization.
• Ensure strict compliance with international data privacy standards and UN regulations.
• Collaborate with various organizational units to implement data handling policies.
• Provide legal guidance on data protection issues and risk mitigation.

Requirements

• Professional Grade Level: P-4.
• Location: Must be based in or be able to work from Rome, Italy.
• Certification of medical fitness for appointment.
• Possession of required residency or visa permits for Italy.
• Strong adherence to hirify.global values: Commitment, Respect for All, Integrity, and Transparency.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including UN salaries and allowances.
• Comprehensive benefits: dependency allowances, rental subsidy, and education grants for children.
• Generous leave policy with 30 working days of annual leave per year.
• International health insurance and pension fund entitlements (UN Joint Staff Pension Fund).
• Supportive environment with family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements.

Hiring process

• Evaluation based on performance certification and availability of funds.
• Mandatory medical fitness certification, accreditation, and security clearances.