UN-Habitat Jobs

Organizational Location: UN-HabitatDuty Station: Nairobi
Background:
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the United Nations agency for human settlements.
It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.
The Land and GLTN Unit, located within the Urban Legislation, Land and Governance Branch of UN-Habitat has the mandate to develop, test and disseminate pro-poor and gender responsive approaches in regard to urban land, innovative residential tenures, affordable land management/administration systems, and land related regulatory/legal frameworks and tools.
The Unit hence focuses on research and tool development also to supply technical advice to Member States and backstop the Regional offices and other sections of UN-Habitat.
Land tools provide a resource for enabling action.
While there has been extensive global discussion around land policies that work for the poor, there has been insufficient attention paid to the development of methods for developing and implementing these pro-poor land policies.
Consequently what are required are land tools that are affordable and accessible for all sections of the population in countries around the world.
This is essential for creating societies with sustainable, equal access and use of land.
Work has already started on these approaches, both for developing and post-conflict societies.
Incremental expansion of this work over time, as capacity is developed, will take place through the Global Land Tool Network (GLTN, the Network), the Secretariat of which is located at UN-Habitat.
1. Functional Title: Editorial Consultant
Vacancy Closing Date: 11th March 2015
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Editorial Consultancy:
The Global Land Tool Network needs to develop appropriate messages that carry the ideas of the initiative, by using channels such as presentations, speeches, brief materials and visits to get them across.
The objectives of the dissemination of the publications and tools of GLTN are to;

Support implementation at country level to improve the social well-being of citizens and achievement of the MDGs

Enable dissemination of knowledge and best practices among stakeholders involved in the land sector in general and the GLTN network

Enable cooperation more effectively among stakeholders involved and with the

Government in terms of ministries/agencies involved in the land sector on global, regional and country levels.Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Unit Leader and in close collaboration with the focal person for Project Management the expert will undertake the following responsibilitiesEditing:

Proofread all text for spelling, grammar and logical flow.

Ensure the texts follow the UN style guidelines.

Re-write any sections that are clumsy or are grammatically incorrect, including moving text so that there is a better flow of information.

Ensure non-native English speakers will understand the text.

Reduce text and rewrite to fit the text within a specified number of pages.

Fact check.

Ensure references follow UN guidelines.Writing:

Produce documents from texts provided.

Produce Executive Summary and /or conclusion based on text in document.Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of concepts and approaches in the areas related to communication and journalism and ability to conduct independent analysis, identifying issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations

Planning and organizing: Ability to work within set deadlines and in line with the requested outputs; Capacity to establish priorities and plan, coordinate own work plan, use time efficiently and apply judgment in the context of competing needs.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to articulate complex ideas in a simple and clear manner; Ability to prepare and edit a variety of written documents, reports and briefs.

Creativity: Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches, takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; Offers new and different options to solve problems and meet the GLTN team’s needs.

Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversityEducation

First level university degree related to mass communications, journalism or equivalent;

Additional qualifications in website development, using the Joomla! Or Drupal content management System, Graphic Design using InDesign, Photoshop, Publisher, Page

Maker and Video Editing are added advantages.Work Experience

A minimum 5 years of experience in editorial services, communications or journalism, preferably for an international market and audience

It is considered as a specific merit if the above mentioned competencies and experiences are drawn from the development area;

Strong people and process skills with proven ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders

An understanding of the political and cultural dynamics of development issues

Excellent analytical and conceptual writing skills.Language Skills

English and French are the working languages of the UN.

For the post advertised, excellent proficiency in spoken and written English is required.

Knowledge of a second UN language is an advantageOther Skills

Good communications research and analytical skills

Excellent drafting and editing skills

Excellent English writing skills is required and

Previous work experience for the UN system is desirableRemuneration: Remuneration shall be computed based on tasks assigned and results delivered.
Optional: A document developed by the applicant that is able to depict his / her ability to perform the tasks described in these Terms of Reference.
All applications should be submitted to:
Global Land Tool Network Secretariat, UN-Habitat
P.O. Box 30030, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
Email: info.ullg@unhabitat.org with cc : toJosephine.Ruria@unhabitat.org
Subject of the email: Application for Editorial Consultant
Deadline for applications: 11th March 2015
2. Functional Title: Lead Research Consultant - Youth and Structural Change: Comparative Development Prospect of Asia and Africa Report
Duty Station: Nairobi
Duration of Assignment: 6 Over 8 Months
Closing Date: 12th March 2015
Objective of the Assignment:
UN-Habitat is seeking to engage a Lead Consultant to manage the development of the report on the Youth and Structural Change:
Comparative Development Prospect of Asia (special focus on China) and Africa ensuring high quality research outputs, extensive engagement and outreach activities such that the report delivers real policy impact.
The Lead Consultant is expected to achieve this through methodological guidance, effective coordination and supervision of the writing team, as well as management of inputs and advice from the Contributing Authors and Research Assistants, and quality assurance.
Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the Chief Scientific Advisor and direct supervision of the Branch Coordinator Urban Economy Branch the Lead Consultant will be directly responsible for the following activities:

Provide substantive guidance in the development of the report methodology with special focus on youth employment, poverty, inequality, productivity, urbanization, prosperity, and social issues in selected cities.

Based on relevant literature, UN and other Databases, produce long-term trends analysis on the subject of structural change across countries and the relevant regions including cross-regional comparisons;

Combined with the trend analysis and other objective data, , performing data analysis/interpretation; drafting and editing the report in consultation and collaboration with the other Author(s) involved in the report, the writing team and Report Coordination task force

Providing feedback to draft outputs, and ensuring quality of final deliverables

Coordinating the development of the final report, through close management of inputs/feedback from Authors, and the writing team by an agreed upon date

Submission and presentation of the final report (English) by the agreed date with the Project Coordinator.

Ensuring regular, structured communications with the Lead Authors and Report Coordination task force

Providing advice and support to the planning and delivery of consultation events, seminars and youth consultations

Attendance at consultation events, seminars and youth consultationsKey Deliverables

Inception report which spells out a clear methodology, metadata and literature review on Youth and Structural Change in Africa, Asia and Latin America.

Publication of three papers in major international economic journals by end of the year;

Completed fully edited and reference report on the “Youth and Structural Change: Comparative Development Prospect of Asia and Africa” derived out of a highly participatory process

Publication of the report by a recognised publishing company

Presentation of the report findings before and/or during HABITAT III in 2016.Time Line
First Delivery: end April 2015;
Second Delivery: end June 2015
Third Delivery: end August 2015.
Fourth Deliverable: end of November
Fifth Deliverable: October-December: Final Write-Up
The report will be published in March 2016.
Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of concepts and approaches relevant to the communication sector and ability to conduct independent analysis, identifying issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations. Communication: Excellent oral/communication skills and ability to articulate ideas in a clear and accurate manner including the ability to prepare and edit a variety of written documents, reports and briefs.
Planning and organizing: ability to work under pressure, establish priorities and plan, coordinate own work plan, use time efficiently and apply judgement in the context of competing deadlines.
Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural environment
Required Qualifications

Abilities and adequate experience of conducting surveys, econometric models constructing and large scale research projects

PHD in Development Studies, Economics, Statistics or other relevant field

General adequate knowledge in urbanization and youth issues/realities, structural development, and economy

Excellent understanding of both qualitative and quantitative survey and data collection methods

Thorough knowledge of SPSS manipulation or other relevant software

Clear experience managing teams at the organizational, departmental or unit level

Experience with International Organizations and United Nations is considered to be an assetWork Experience

At least 15 years of relevant experience in the development sector (research, data handling, report writing)Language Skills

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required.

Knowledge of another official language of the UN is an advantage.Other Skills

Familiarity with United Nations system, processes & good knowledge of emerging UN issues; and

In-depth knowledge of UN-Habitat mandate and areas of work

Remuneration: Payments will be based on deliverables over the consultancy period.

There are set remuneration rates for consultancies.

The rate is determined by functions performed and experience of the consultant.

The fees will be paid as per agreement.Applications should include:

Cover memo (maximum 1 page)

Summary CV (please use the United Nations standard personal history form available upon request or via Personal History Form.:

Educational Background (incl. dates)

Professional Experience (assignments, tasks, achievements, duration by years / months)

Other Experience and Expertise (e.g. Internships/ voluntary work, etc.)

Expertise and preferences regarding location of potential assignments

Expectations regarding remuneration (daily rate for period of up to 50 days)

List of refereesAll applications should be submitted to:
Ms. Anne Muchiri
UN-HABITAT
P.O. Box 30030, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
Email: Anne.Muchiri@unhabitat.org Fax: +254 20 7623080
Deadline for applications: 12th March 2015
3. Functional Title: Information and Knowledge Management Officer – Temporary Appointment
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Grade: NOA
Post Duration: 12 months (renewable depending on availability of funds, and performance)
Closing Date: 11th March 2015
Responsibilities:
The National Officer will provide support to the Senior Human Settlements Officers dealing with the above mentioned countries in the Regional Office of Africa in matters related to project support, documentation, reporting and information and data management.
The National Officer will provide direct support on the following responsibilities:
a. Project Support:

Assist in organizing meetings with partners, and in the dissemination of best practices and expertise to the relevant actors within the country programmes

Assist in programme administration, including provision of support in the formulation of consultant and institutional contracts, including Agreements of Cooperation, and subsequent implementation, development of the programme budgets, etc.

Monitoring specific aspects of programme/project implementation

Liaising with relevant parties/branches and represent the SHSOs in relevant meetings while on mission

Identify and follow-up actions whenever needed in the different HQ branches/offices

Supporting programme development, including feeding the project details on the

Project Accrual and Accountability System (PAAS)

Undertaking field missions when needed, including provision of substantive and administrative support to the respective programme/project.b. Documentation and Reporting:
The National Officer will assist SHSOs in their effort to ensure that there is adequate reporting in the specified countries, thus allowing for greater initiatives to be developed and strengthened into the future.
The role of the National Officer will be:

Preparing various project reports as requested, i.e. project status reports and fiscal reports in coordination with project managers and PMOs.

Updating project information on PAAS to ensure that all information is available for projects undergoing closure assessment

Assist preparation and processing of Terms of Reference to recruit individual consultants and Agreements of Cooperation with implementing partners

Be the PAAS focal point ensuring that all project data is available in the system for purposes of performance monitoring

Support with regular reporting activities including reporting on the progress of the work programme on IMDIS

Support managing and maintaining the records for all project activities within the specified countries.

Prepare concept notes for the dissemination of knowledge and best practices, and presentations for workshops and training programs.

Reviewing/editing substantively relevant documents and reports, as requiredc. Data and Information Management:

Liaising with partners, coordinating and compiling provided data inputs from partners, reviewing and analyzing these regarding usability for the reports

Assisting in identifying gaps in information and data management in the specified country projects

Contributes to the maintenance and management of the project recordsCompetencies
Professionalism:

Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to climate change and migration.

Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems.

Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases.

Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities.Teamwork:

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;

solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;

is willing to learn from others;

places team agenda before personal agenda;

supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position;

shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.Planning & Organizing:

Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;

identifies priority activities and assignments;

adjusts priorities as required;

allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;

foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;

monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;

uses time efficiently.Qualifications
Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) Information Science, Records Management, Communication, Knowledge Management and/or other relevant discipline.

Knowledge on Urban Planning and Development will be an added advantage.Work Experience

A minimum of two years working experience at the international level in project management, research and analysis and in information management.

Experience in collaborating with intergovernmental and/or UN bodies would be considered an advantage.

Working experience within multi-cultural international institutions and with donor relations would be considered an asset.

Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

For this post, fluency in oral and written English is mandatory.Other Skills

Ability to work under pressure against deadlines and to work efficiently in a multi-national team;

Excellent interpersonal skills, gender and cross- cultural awareness;

Ability to work with minimum supervision, with efficiency, competence, and integrity;

Good writing and reporting skillsAssessment Method: Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
All applications should be submitted with subject heading to: Janet Kabatha, UN-HABITAT E-mail: janet.kabatha@unhabitat.org
Deadline for applications: 06 March 2015 at 1700hrs (Nairobi time)
4. Functional Title: Consultant: Communications Associate
Duty Station: Nairobi
Supervisor: Unit Leader, Land and GLTN Unit , ULLG Branch
Contract Type & Duration: 12 months from 22 March 2015
Vacancy Closing Date: 11 March 2015
The Communications Associate will focus on implementing the GLTN information and communications strategy which serves as a vehicle to get the GLTN messages across different stakeholders and partners, including within UN-HABITAT and related units.
Moreover, she/he will be responsible in ensuring that right messages are incorporated to all GLTN publications, research and other related-documents using the right language for target audiences and disseminated in the right medium.
She/he will work closely with the GLTN team and related offices within the UN system to efficiently and effectively carry out his/her responsibilities.
The Communications Associate will work under the overall supervision of the Partnerships and Networking Coordinator in the implementation of the GLTN communication implementation plan, which forms part of the GLTN Partnership and Communication Strategy.
Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of the Unit Leader of Land and GLTN Unit under the Urban Legislation, Land and Governance Branch of UN-Habitat or authorised staff, the consultant will perform the following tasks and responsibilities:
1. Oversee the management and functionality of the GLTN website and social media Regularly update the website with fresh content (news updates, vacancy announcements, publications)

Ensure maximum website availability by managing hosting services (subscriptions, troubleshooting)

Promote GLTN website content on UN-Habitat website and on social media

Support substantive officers in moderation of e-discussions and forums on the GLTN website and social media platforms2. Develop and manage GLTN visibility and information products

Perform basic graphic design work for GLTN printed and online information products

Perform basic editing of GLTN video footage and materials

Support the technical team in conceptualizing and formulating respective information products under their work streams

Prepare evidence-based GLTN newsletters and other regular information products

Organize and oversee the engagement, functions and services provided by off-site contractors (translators, editors and graphic designers)

In liaison with relevant teams, support the procurement function of related materials3. Manage the GLTN information database

Develop and maintain updated contacts for GLTN partners and members and actors

Develop and maintain updated mailing lists for GLTN partners, members and actors

Develop and maintain updated imagery database (photos, logos, diagrams, illustrations)

Update and maintain information on the GLTN shared drive4. Support the planning and implementation of GLTN events
Avail promotional items to missions and meetings Provide communication support to GLTN events
5. Perform any additional tasks as required to deliver on the shared goals of the unit
Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of concepts and approaches relevant to communication and design and ability to conduct independent analysis, identifying issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations.

Communication: Excellent oral/written/visual communication skills and ability to articulate ideas in a clear and accurate manner including the ability to prepare a variety of visual designs and written documents.

Planning and organizing: Ability to work under pressure, establish priorities and plan, coordinate own work plan, use time efficiently and apply judgment in the context of competing deadlines.Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Education

A University degree in communications, journalism, public relations, information technology or other related fields;

A Master’s degree in a related field is an advantage.Work Experience

At least two years of progressively responsible in journalism, advocacy, communications, public relations or related fields: international experience desirable;

Experience in information, public awareness, advocacy and communications or in any related discipline;

Understanding of multi-stakeholder partnership arrangements, operations management and dynamics in a highly complex environment such as land is preferred;

Theoretical background and good understanding of approaches, tools, methodologies relating to planning, executing and monitoring public communications campaigns, e.g. campaign management, message targeting, impact evaluation, etc.

Competence in web management, desktop publishing, video editing, graphic software is highly preferred;

Good communications research and analytical skills;

Excellent drafting and editing skills;

Excellent in English writing skills is required; and

Previous work experience for the UN systems is desirable.Language Skills

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations.

Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.

Knowledge of a second UN language is an advantage.Remuneration: Remuneration shall be computed based on tasks assigned and results delivered.
All applications should be submitted to:
Global Land Tools Network Secretariat,
UN-Habitat,
P.O. Box 30030, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: info.ullg@unhabitat.org cc: Josephine.Ruria@unhabitat.org
Subject of the email: Application - Communications Associate
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