Senior SAP Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of alleviating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP's vision emphasizes the importance of a diverse, skilled, and high-performing workforce that operates in a healthy and inclusive work environment, embodying the organization's core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 202

• The organization is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and multicultural working environment, investing in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, and offering opportunities for internal mobility across its global offices. For more information, visit WFP's official website and follow them on social media platforms.

Job Overview:
The Senior SAP Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Specialist will play a crucial role in the Technology Division of WFP, which is responsible for the digital transformation of the organization. This position is pivotal as WFP undergoes a significant modernization of its data ecosystem, transitioning from SAP ECC to S/4HANA and migrating SAP BW to SAP Datasphere. The consultant will ensure the integrity and coherence of the business intelligence landscape during this conversion, providing senior technical oversight and guiding the future direction of the analytics environments. The role also involves contributing to the system realignment required for the Strategic Plan and Corporate Results Framework, which aims to enable all Country Offices to operate under the new framework by July 202

• The consultant will be expected to lead impact assessments, oversee data models, coordinate BI impacts across platforms, and validate external supplier deliverables, ensuring that the transition aligns with corporate standards and enhances data quality and readiness.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior SAP Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Specialist will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including but not limited to: leading impact assessments to ensure the technical integrity of the BI landscape throughout the S/4HANA conversion; establishing standards, architecture, and criteria for solution validation; overseeing the S/4HANA data model to ensure alignment with corporate standards; defining and driving the SAP Data Cleansing Roadmap; coordinating BI impacts across platforms such as SAP Datasphere, Business Objects, and Tableau; enabling analytics and operational tools in line with the new Strategic Plan and Corporate Results Framework; validating external supplier deliverables; approving SAP Datasphere data models; updating and optimizing Business Objects Universes and reports; refreshing and validating Tableau dashboards; providing regular progress updates and risk assessments; and producing technical documentation and knowledge-transfer materials to support long-term system sustainability.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in business administration, information technology, or related fields. They should have a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in IT services and solutions, with a strong background in data analytics and business intelligence. The ideal candidate will have specialized expertise in the analysis, solution design, and validation of BI and Analytics solutions, as well as solid knowledge of SAP BW, SAP Datasphere, and SAP data modeling. Proficiency in SAP data and reporting platforms, including SAP BW/BI, SAP HANA, and SAP BusinessObjects, is essential. Familiarity with project and delivery tools such as Azure DevOps and experience working within Agile and Scrum methodologies are also required. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage and integrate data from multiple systems, are crucial for this role.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a university degree in business administration, information technology, or other related fields. This foundational education is essential to equip the candidate with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively perform the duties associated with the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in IT services and solutions, particularly in data analytics and business intelligence. Candidates should have proven experience in complex transformation programs, especially those involving large-scale system or analytics redesign. Experience coordinating and overseeing implementation partners to ensure quality and timely delivery is also necessary.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English is mandatory, along with an intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) or Portuguese, which is one of WFP’s working languages. This linguistic capability is important for effective communication within the diverse and multicultural environment of WFP.

Additional Notes:
The position is classified as a Regular Consultant (CST) Level II, with a duty station that is remote. The contract duration extends until December 31, 202

• WFP emphasizes its commitment to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees in connection with the application or recruitment process, and all applications must be submitted through the online recruiting system. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks to ensure a safe and inclusive work environment.