Sustainable Urban Development Specialist at United Nations Human Settlements Programme

Job Description

The SDG Localization and Local Governments Team, within the Global Solutions Division, coordinates UN-Habitat’s corporate offering and global portfolio on SDG Localization. Building on its operational capacities and technical leadership, the Team has developed the most integrated approach to localizing the SDGs in the UN system, delivering impact on three levels:
1) advancing city-level transformation through the SDG Cities Global Initiative;
2) supporting national governments to develop National SDG Localization Frameworks;
3) and promoting SDG Localization and Local and Regional Governments at the global level through the SDG Cities Global Community and within the main UN fora. UN-Habitat’s global portfolio on SDG localization exceeds 25 countries, and it is delivered in coordination between UN-Habitat HQ, Regional and Country Offices, and the UN Country Teams. B. Reporting Line This post is located in the Global Solutions Divisions of UN-Habitat and specifically within its SDG Localization and Local Governments team. The incumbent will be supervised by the Human Settlements Officer coordinating the work of the team, and under direct supervision of the Director of the Global Solutions. The expert will work in proximity to the other members of the team as well as other units, sections and offices across the Agency.

RESPONSIBILITIES C. Scope of Work Under the direct supervision of the Human Settlements Officer, the incumbent will perform the following specific responsibilities: Project Development and Management: Provide technical expertise in the development and implementation of localization programmes, including VLRs specifically in Europe and Africa Prepare and implement workshops related to the team’s projects and specifically on SDG localization. Support the preparation of implementing partners’ coordination meetings, including background material (briefings, agendas). Support engagement with implementing partners, including the preparation of workplans and related knowledge material. Collect technical inputs from HQ, Ros, and COs on the development and implementation of SDG localization related projects. Capacity Building: Provide technical guidance on the development of the team’s capacity building offer. Prepare background material for in-person trainings and online materials. Support the delivery of capacity building training and dissemination of the material to partners Partnerships: Support the facilitation of participation of country partners in project processes, including workshops and events. Provide guidance and technical support for mobilizing country level partners within regional and global advocacy processes. Identify best practices and innovative initiatives to be scaled up.

Qualifications/special skills
Advanced university degree in Public Affairs, Urban Planning, Social Sciences, Development Studies or other relevant area is required. A minimum of two (2) years of relevant working experience on issues related to sustainable development, urban planning, local development and project management is required. Prior knowledge and experience with an international organization are required. Working experience on the Agenda 2030 and the local implementation of the SDGs will be highly valued. Professional experience in experience in the UN or a reputable international institution is highly desirable.