IT Automation Lead

World Food Programme - WFP

Staff Closes 23 Apr 2026 10 days left

Overview

The IT Automation Lead will oversee the technical aspects of designing and implementing IT solutions, promoting automation of tasks using scripting, artificial intelligence, and low code/no code platforms.


Key Responsibilities
  • Design the software architecture and data model of IT solutions.
  • Ensure the high technical quality of IT solutions.
  • Provide direction, instructions, and guidance to Development Teams.
  • Promote the automation of tasks.
  • Ensure integration within systems based on API first principles.
  • Set-up and maintain IT solution environments.
  • Collaborate on maintaining CI/CD infrastructure.
  • Create an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture.
  • Other duties related to software development, as required.
Required Experience
  • At least 3 years of professional working experience in software architecture and development.
  • Proven experience with Python, RUST or Node.
  • Experience with usage of AI agents, data pipelines, automation pipelines.
  • Proven and practical experience with AI integration protocols and methodologies like MCP, A2A, and AI Gateway.
  • Deep knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (CDK is a plus).
  • Knowledge of PowerApps/Power Automates is a plus.
  • Understanding of accessibility, security compliance, design principles behind a scalable IT solution, and the differences between delivery platforms.
  • Contributions to AI automation related open-source projects, is a plus.
  • Availability of an active Github/Gitlab account is a plus.
Qualifications

University degree or a post-secondary education combined with a minimum of 3 years of equivalent working experience in software development or other related fields.

Other Details
Languages Required
Not specified
Languages Preferred
Fluency in oral and written English with an intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages) is desirable.
Contract Duration
11 months
Work Modality
Remote working
Remuneration
Not specified
Apply

Similar Opportunities

INGO.WORK: