Robert Opp

Robert Opp

Robert Opp is the Chief Digital Officer and Director of the Digital, AI & Innovation Hub of UNDP, the UN’s sustainable development organization working across 170 countries globally.

Under his leadership, the Hub combines digital, data, AI, innovation, and systems transformation capabilities to improve the lives of those furthest behind. Through this approach, the Hub drives dynamic and agile transformation at scale, delivering both immediate solutions and long-term systemic impact. Central to this work is UNDP’s Digital Strategy, envisioning digital as an empowering force for people and planet.

Previously at WFP, Robert directed the Innovation and Change Management Division, launching the ’Zero Hunger’ innovation accelerator and the award-winning crowdfunding smartphone app ShareTheMeal.

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    United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
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    Chief Digital Officer and Director of the Digital, AI and Innovation Hub
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