MSDI - Management Services Assistant (Facilities)
Pubblicato il 22-10-2026 - Wfp - World Food Programme in Latina
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ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok. WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world,
and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
We offer
an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). We are seeking to fill the position of Management Services Assistant (Facilities) G5, based in the Infrastructure and Facilities Management Branch (MSDI) at the World Food Programme (WFP) Headquarters in Rome, Italy. This vacancy announcement is open to both internal and external candidates. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT This position is part of Global Headquarters (HQ). The Infrastructure and Facilities Management Branch supports WFP operations by delivering and maintaining fit-for-purpose facilities, managing assets, and providing infrastructure and engineering services, with a focus on cost efficiency and sustainability. The job holder reports to the Facilities Management Officer or a designated supervisor. At this level, the job holder is expected to take responsibility for completing a range of tasks and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines and practices. The job holder is also expected to recommend courses of action to colleagues at various levels and may allocate tasks to other support staff. THE ROLE To provide workspace solutions and ensure seamless facility management operations and inspiring, efficient,
and flexible working environments that embody WFP’s culture and enable staff to thrive. To support the effective day-to-day delivery of specialized, client-focused, and value-for-money services pertaining to the Management Services portfolio.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
(not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive)
* Perform tasks and activities within Management Services portfolio to support efficient and high-quality service delivery.
* Collate data and prepare basic analysis in Archibus to assist with the creation of reports to contribute to efficient management of resources.
* Process routine actions relating to facilities management and other relevant areas, contributing to the effective and timely recording of data in corporate systems.
* Manage and maintain physical and digital records, including in the GSMT system, in accordance with established procedures to ensure swift and easy data access as required.
* Be the first point of contact for internal queries providing timely and accurate responses to facilitate efficient and effective resolution of daily issues.
* Provide inputs and suggest improvements to procedures and practices to support continuous enhancement of services provided.
* Utilise digital tools and technology applications to improve working practices and customer service.
* Provide administrative support for the preparation of inter‑agency initiatives as part of UN Reform to achieve cost savings and enhancement of service quality.
* Liaise with other functions and third‑party contractors to enable efficient service delivery.
* Provide advice and guidance to junior staff in performing their duties.
* Draft statements of requirements and service delivery bidding documentation for the provision of goods (furniture/ergonomic furniture) and fac