Lead, Digital Workplace

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Position Title: Lead, Digital Workplace
Location: Washington DC
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, dedicated to preserving the natural world and addressing the most pressing environmental challenges. Established in 1961, WWF operates in over 100 countries and has a global network of more than 5 million supporters. The organization focuses on various conservation efforts, including wildlife protection, climate change, and sustainable development, aiming to create a world where people and nature thrive together.

Job Overview:
The Lead, Digital Workplace is a pivotal role within WWF, responsible for spearheading initiatives related to Microsoft content management, collaboration, and automation. This position involves designing, developing, and maintaining Microsoft 365 tools such as Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Power Platform technologies. The primary goal is to enhance collaboration, productivity, and innovation across the organization while ensuring effective knowledge management. The Lead will play a crucial role in shaping how WWF captures, organizes, and disseminates vital information, thereby improving communication and compliance. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s digital transformation efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage Microsoft 365 environments, ensuring they are configured with the latest policies, settings, and features for optimal functionality and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and design solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Explore and implement innovative ways to leverage Microsoft 365 features to enhance collaboration and information sharing.
• Oversee the organization and accessibility of knowledge resources through refined processes and procedures.
• Innovate and configure SharePoint sites, libraries, and metadata structures to facilitate effective knowledge management.
• Ensure seamless adoption and communication of document sharing and collaboration tools across the organization.
• Create and maintain Power Apps, Power Automate flows, and Power BI reports and dashboards to support organizational processes.
• Design, develop, and implement custom solutions using Microsoft Power Platform to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in Microsoft 365 and Power Platform technologies. 1
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Must have extensive experience with Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive, as well as Power Platform tools such as Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in content management, collaboration, and process automation is required.
• Proficiency in utilizing tools like Power Platform and Graph APIs for task automation and report generation is essential.
• Experience with PowerShell and PowerApps for developing custom solutions is necessary.
• A solid understanding of data integration, workflow automation, and user interface design is required.
• Experience in integrating third-party applications into the Teams environment is a plus.
• Proven experience in supervising, mentoring, and training staff is important.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience may also be considered, indicating that practical knowledge and skills can substitute formal education in some cases.

Experience:
Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience in content management, collaboration, and process automation. This experience should include hands-on work with Microsoft 365 and Power Platform tools, demonstrating a strong ability to manage and optimize digital workplace environments effectively.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential due to the nature of the organization and its global operations. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The expected salary range for this position is between $148,800 and $213,90

• The job is likely full-time, and the organization values diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. WWF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.