ITSM Demand ManagerWFP·RemoteRome, Italy20 days leftMid level · CON2 days agoUN & IGO jobs in Rome
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- Duty station conditions
- 24.7% Post adjustmentH Hardship
- Hiring organizations
- 4 organizations
- Active roles
- 41 active roles
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ITSM Demand ManagerWFP·RemoteRome, Italy20 days leftMid level · CON2 days ago
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About Rome
Rome is a historic capital with neighbourhoods layered around archaeological sites, dense public life and an extensive but uneven transport system. Its urban geography makes the office location and commute important considerations when choosing housing.
Italian is the language of daily administration and local life, while English is common in international workplaces. Rental costs vary greatly by district, so candidates should plan around the named office rather than the broad city label.
Rome is the headquarters city for FAO, WFP and IFAD, the Rome-based agencies, alongside IDLO and agricultural research networks. Their presence creates a specialist market in food systems, agriculture, nutrition, humanitarian logistics, rural finance, climate resilience and global policy.
- Working languages
- English and Italian
- Known for
- Food security · Agriculture · Cultural heritage
- Avg. cost of living per person
- EUR 1,676/month incl. basic rent
- Avg. salary
- EUR 1,762/month net
Rome Hiring Trends
(Past 12 months)- Jobs this month
- 70
- Jobs last month
- 25
- Most active month
- October ’26
- Most active organization
- WFP
Top Skills
- Data Analysis (16%)
- Knowledge Management (16%)
- Resource Mobilization (15%)
- Partnership Development (13%)
- Capacity Building (10%)
Top Job Functions
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Knowledge10%
- Partnerships, Fundraising & Business Development9%
- Data, AI & Analytics9%
- Finance, Accounting, Audit & Risk8%
- Product, Innovation & Digital Transformation7%
Top Sectors
- Food Security, Agriculture & Rural Development40%
- Humanitarian Response & Disaster Risk27%
- Children & Youth17%
- Climate, Environment & Biodiversity15%
- Digital Technology & Connectivity10%
Top Contract Types
- Consultancy40%
- Roster10%
- Temporary2%
Experience Levels
- Mid level46%
- Entry level25%
- Senior level20%
- Intern / Grad5%
Required Languages
- English96%
- Spanish40%
- French39%
Most Advertised Grades
- P-410%
- P-39%
- P-16%
- G-55%
- P-55%
- G-44%
Top hiring Organizations
Guides & Info
Explore official local information, UN employment guidance and practical resources for working in Rome.
Useful links
Why work in Rome?
Food-security headquarters cluster
Work with agencies connecting agriculture, rural investment, emergency assistance and global food policy.
Rural development capital
IFAD turns finance, policy and partnership work into opportunities for rural communities.
Policy meets operations
FAO, WFP and partners link normative work, data and emergency delivery.
UN salary
Career guides
How to apply for jobs in Rome
Rome is a shared food-security hub, not a shared hiring system. Identify the legal employer, then follow its portal, contract, language and assessment requirements before planning relocation.
1Compare the Rome-based agency market+
Use IGO Jobs to compare active Rome roles by employer, function, contract and closing date. Shortlist only vacancies whose education, experience, language and eligibility criteria you meet. Distinguish FAO, WFP, IFAD and other Rome organizations before opening an application.
2Apply through the employer’s portal+
Open the official notice through Apply now and create the required candidate profile. FAO, WFP and IFAD each operate separate career systems; IDLO and other employers use their own routes. Confirm the legal employer before you submit documents or rely on portal guidance.
3Check appointment and eligibility terms+
Identify whether the vacancy is internationally recruited, locally recruited, temporary, consultancy, internship or another arrangement. Read the stated eligibility, contract duration, mobility expectations and language fields closely. A Rome location alone does not establish relocation support or Italian work authorization.
4Tailor evidence to the food-system mandate+
Use concrete results matching the notice: food security, agrifood systems, nutrition, rural finance, supply chains, emergency response, climate adaptation, investment, policy, data or partnerships. Complete every required form field and attach only the documents requested by that employer.
5Submit and confirm status before moving+
Save the vacancy and submission confirmation, then prepare for technical assessments or competency-based interviews. If selected, verify salary, benefits, contract and relocation terms, and ask the legal employer which Italian status, residence or work process applies to that appointment.
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Questions about careers in Rome
Which organizations recruit in Rome?
Rome’s main international recruiters are FAO, WFP and IFAD, the Rome-based agencies, alongside bodies such as IDLO and agricultural-research organizations. They share a food-security ecosystem, not a single employer. The official vacancy identifies the organization and recruitment route.
Do I need Italian for a job in Rome?
Not for every role. English is common in Rome-based agency headquarters work, and FAO, WFP and IFAD define language requirements individually. Italian is useful for local life and may matter in locally connected roles. Treat each vacancy’s mandatory and desirable language fields as decisive.
Is there one application portal for Rome organizations?
No. FAO, WFP and IFAD use distinct careers portals, and IDLO and other Rome employers recruit separately. Start from the official notice attached to the vacancy, create the requested profile and keep the confirmation. An account with one agency does not apply to another.
Are all Rome vacancies internationally recruited?
No. Employers advertise internationally recruited, locally recruited, temporary, consultancy, internship and other arrangements. The category determines eligibility, benefits, mobility and relocation support. Check the legal employer’s notice rather than inferring conditions from the duty station.
Does a Rome job automatically include Italian host-country status?
Do not assume so. International staff at recognized organizations may have status arrangements managed through the employer and Italian authorities, while local, consultant, intern and NGO roles can follow different Italian employment or residence rules. Confirm the stated route before relocating.
How long does Rome recruitment take?
There is no Rome-wide timeline. Selection can include eligibility screening, technical or written assessments, interviews, references and approvals. IFAD vacancies state their own closing times in Rome time; use the employer’s portal and communications for the authoritative application status.
Sources
- Local overview: Rome local information — Roma Capitale
- UN net base salary: ICSC Professional salary scale · Effective 2026-01-01.
- Post adjustment: ICSC October 2026 consolidated circular · Current ICSC schedules · Schedule as of 1 October 2026; individual multiplier dates can differ.
- Hardship: ICSC mobility and hardship classification
- Jobs and hiring trends: IGO Jobs database and methodology