IT Network Consultant
Quick answer
WFP - World Food Programme is hiring a Senior IT Network Consultant in Rome, Italy, to support global network and collaboration services, with a compensation package and attractive benefits.
- Role
- IT Network Consultant
- Organization
- WFP - World Food Programme
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The IT Network Consultant at WFP will support the organization's global network and collaboration services. This role involves providing senior expertise in enterprise networking, unified communications, and managed connectivity services. The consultant will lead the transition from legacy systems to modern solutions and act as a subject matter expert for video conferencing services.
What you'll do
- Design, implement and maintain resilient WFP enterprise network connectivity.
- Optimize network performance across HQ, field and cloud-connected environments.
- Provide senior network guidance to support prevention and mitigation of security threats.
- Support transition from legacy PBX and voice infrastructure to modern Unified Communications services.
- Act as technical lead and subject matter expert for enterprise video conferencing services.
What it takes
- Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related fields
- Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNP Enterprise, Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate, Fortinet NSE/FortiGate Administrator, ITIL 4 Foundation or equivalent
- A minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience in enterprise networking, unified communications, voice, video conferencing and collaboration services
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Fluency in oral and written English with an intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment, personal & professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities, attractive compensation package
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Rome, Italy.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package is not specified in the job description.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a degree in Information Technology, relevant certifications, and at least 6 years of experience in enterprise networking and unified communications.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted exclusively through WFP's online recruiting system.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office, with occasional field missions.
How to apply
Apply directly on WFP - World Food Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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