Programme Analyst

The consultant shall duly and timely perform his/her obligations, under these Terms of Reference, and will work in close collaboration with the UN-Habitat’s operational and technical teams.

Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil

Six (6) months, with possibility of renewal

Background The main mandate of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is to promote sustainable development of human settlements and policies conducive to adequate housing for all. Within this framework, UN-Habitat supports central and state governments, as well as local authorities and other partners for the implementation of the Habitat Agenda, the 2030 Agenda with the Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda. UN-Habitat helps the urban poor by transforming cities into safer, more inclusive, compact, integrated, resilient and connected places with better opportunities where everyone can live with dignity. It works with organizations at every level, including all spheres of government, civil society, and the private sector to help build, manage, plan and finance sustainable urban development. The Regional Office for Latin American and the Caribbean – ROLAC – is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Agency puts emphasis on developing and managing activities in the host country. Indeed, for the past years, UN-Habitat has expanded its portfolio in Brazil by working with the three tiers of government to support the formulation and implementation of more effective, sustainable, participative, and socially fairer urban economic, social, and environmental policies. To properly implement the projects in Brazil, a Programme Analyst is required to ensure good execution of the work programme. Report to UN-Habitat Manager The Programme Analyst reports to the Head of Brazil Office, who will evaluate him/her. Responsibilities The Programme Analyst will support the implementation of the project, and its activities, with the following responsibilities: Project Planning and Implementation: a) Support the Programme and Institutional Relations Manager in projects’ follow-up and implementation. b) Assist in the review of work plans and periodic narrative progress reports. c) Collaborate with project coordinators in the planning and implementation of project activities. d) Perform technical, administrative, and management tasks to ensure projects meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards. e) Provide support for project management regarding the document lifecycle, ensuring the proper documentation of activities and the organized and systematic archiving of all project documents in compliance with the organization’s internal rules. Risk Management and Quality Assurance: a) Support the anticipation and mitigation of project risks, including gaps, challenges, team management issues, internal and external constraints. b) Provide inputs for identifying and addressing risks or omissions that may affect project development and implementation. c) Ensure technical activities are aligned with the quality expectations of the Agency and its counterparts. d) Actively support the projects teams in the strict application and adherence to templates, workflows, operational procedures, and UN-Habitat's internal regulations. Strategic and Technical Guidance: a) Provide strategic guidance on localizing international development agendas such as the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and the New Urban Agenda. b) Offer technical advice and support the execution of technical activities in ongoing and new projects. c) Support effective operational linkages across programmes and ensure adherence to organizational procedures by Programme Coordinators. Partnerships and Representation: a) Support the identification, proposal, and follow-up of strategic partnerships relevant to UN-Habitat’s mandate and programmes. b) Attend meetings and conferences organized by partners to strengthen UN-Habitat’s presence and positioning in the country. c) Represent UN-Habitat in technical events, forums, consultations, and training sessions related to project planning and implementation. Knowledge Management and Reporting: a) Provide guidance and inputs for the systematization and exchange of successful practices and experiences with regional offices and headquarters. b) Document expert group meetings, forums, consultations, training events, and other relevant activities. c) Prepare reports for partners and internal stakeholders at various stages of project implementation. Other Duties: a) Undertake any other responsibilities within the incumbent’s expertise that contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of UN-Habitat’s urban development response. b) Perform additional tasks as requested by the supervisor. The consultant will be responsible for completing all courses and training activities that are indicated to him/her by his/her supervisor. The security course BSAFE, from UNDSS, is required to be accredited during the first month of employment. The consultant will be responsible for his/her own security, so the person should get familiarized with United Nations security mechanisms and comply with them according to the Framework of Accountability for the United Nations Security Management System. Outputs/Work Assignment The consultant will support the implementation of projects according to the stated responsibilities.

Education Required: • Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Architecture and Urbanism, Geography, Economics or related fields is required, or additional five (5) years of relevant experience to the post, beyond the requirement. Desirable: • Postgraduate degree (Lato Sensu or Stricto Sensu) in Project Management, Urban Studies, Public Administration, Public Policy, Data Science, Information Technology or related fields is desirable. Work experience • Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in project/programme management on themes related to urban, sustainable or social development in Brazil is required. • Professional experience with urban planning and management, public policies, public administration, or international cooperation is required. • Professional experience with digital tools, software, online platforms, databases or data visualization and analysis tools is desirable. • Previous experience within the UN System is desirable. Skills • Good computer skills in Windows and Office packages and Web search engines are required. • Good handling of technological tools and use of software and online platforms is desirable. • Good knowledge of project management methodologies is desirable. • Good knowledge of data analysis, visualization, project management softwares and tools is desirable. Competencies • Professionalism: Experience working in an inter-institutional environment, project management, monitoring-evaluation; approaches and strategies regarding good urban governance and local and regional development. • Planning and organization: Professional approach to work, strong sense of responsibility, operate with minimal supervision; proven organizational skills and ability to manage a workload efficiently and within set deadlines. • Communication: Ability to write clearly and effectively; listen to others, interpret messages correctly and respond appropriately; show openness in information sharing and keep everyone informed; solid abstract reasoning skills together with a proven capacity to write documents for diverse audiences. • Teamwork: Ability to work with teams, demonstrate leadership, conflict management and consensus facilitation skills; ability to work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment, and to respect diversity; sensitivity to the main streaming of vulnerability; willingness and ability to work in difficult environments. Knowledge Management • The person must know the processes, procedures, and norms of UN-Habitat, to guarantee an adequate quality of the activities described above, following the standards of the organization. • The person will propose formats and procedures that allow the efficient implementation of the activities related to the project development. • The person must know the file of the Office, work with it, and ensure its proper maintenance, accessibility for all staff, and due updating. • The person will prepare databases related to the project running. • The person will make sure that all relevant technical information will be adequately shared with the correspondent staff. • The person will ensure that all produced material will be fit-for-purpose and delivered, in an organized way, for posterior consultation and use of the Agency. • The person will only share the information produced with the team agency, assuring the privacy of the content.

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat, and Spanish is the working language of the Regional Office. • For the post advertised, fluency in Portuguese and English is required. Working knowledge of Spanish is desirable.

Travel details: Applicable. The consultant must be available to travel to the places related to the activities in the country, if requested by the Head of Brazil Office. Missions will be coordinated and financed by UN-Habitat, according to the United Nations travel rules and guidelines. Contract type LICA, UNOPS Remuneration LICA 2 plus Cigna health insurance. UNOPS Salary Scale. Notes Appointment against this post is on local basis and only nationals from Brazil or external candidates who hold a permanent visa in Brazil may apply.  The extension of this contract is subject to availability of funds and/or performance. Any contract extension is not automatic.   It is required for all the curricular information to be inserted in the system, which may take a few hours. Only complete applications in English will be considered.    All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Due to the volume of applications received, receipt of applications cannot be acknowledged individually. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.  Applications should be submitted through INSPIRA and must include all documents required at the system, please be ready to include the following information at the “Candidate Profile” (CP) at Inspira:    • Cover memo (maximum 1 page)  • Educational Background (incl. dates)  • Professional Experience (assignments, tasks, achievements, duration by years/ months)  • Expertise and preferences regarding location of potential assignments  • Other Experience and Expertise (e.g. Internships/ voluntary work, etc.)* * Please note that Internships, part-time and voluntary work count as 50%. In addition to it, note experience not relevant to the position will not be considered.   All applications should be submitted to: Inspira    UN-HABITAT does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning people or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of these offices and requesting the payment of a fee, please contact: recruitment@unon.org.

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