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• Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (National Consultant)

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will support UN-Habitat's Peacebuilding Fund project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on land conflicts and social cohesion in Kwamouth and Maluku. The role involves conducting a comprehensive baseline study to assess socio-land and economic tensions, evaluate project coherence, and inform results-based management. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing baseline methodology, conducting conflict analysis and stakeholder mapping, assessing social cohesion and security perceptions, collecting and analyzing data, producing analytical reports, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. The consultant will contribute to updating the project's logical framework and provide strategic recommendations for program implementation.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 12, 2026

• WUF Programme Support Consultant

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  The WUF Programme Support Consultant supports the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in strengthening partnerships, amplifying advocacy, and ensuring continuity between World Urban Forum sessions (WUF13 and WUF14). The role involves coordinating WUF promotional, engagement, and advocacy activities in New York and North America, supporting intergovernmental processes, and facilitating stakeholder collaboration. Key responsibilities include preparing briefing materials, organizing consultations and events, conducting policy research, maintaining stakeholder databases, and providing administrative support. The consultant works under the supervision of the Director of the New York Liaison Office and coordinates with the WUF Secretariat and UN-Habitat headquarters.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Analista en Planificación Urbana

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico

  The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks an Urban Planning Analyst to provide technical leadership in resilient urban planning for two key projects: COSUDE (Local Solutions for Disaster Risk Reduction in Latin America and the Caribbean) and UrbanCoast Mesoamérica (Integrated Risk Management and Resilience in Coastal Urban Areas). The role involves leading the urban dimension of interventions in four countries (El Salvador, Honduras, Costa Rica, Cuba) and three pilot cities (Mexico, Cuba, Honduras), including formulating Integrated Urban Operations, urban planning instruments, and contributing to risk inventories and visualization platforms. The analyst will also ensure methodological coherence between projects and support capacity-building initiatives. The position is based in Mexico City with a 6-month duration.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Analista de Sistemas de Información Geográfica (SIG)

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico

  The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst to support the 'Local Solutions for Disaster Risk Reduction in Latin America and the Caribbean' project in Mesoamerica (El Salvador, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Cuba). The role involves generating geospatial data and mapping risks, producing thematic maps, risk inventories, standardized geodatabases, and visualization platforms. The analyst will also support broader office initiatives, including capacity building in GIS and disaster risk reduction. The position requires a university degree in geography, geomatics, urbanism, or related fields, with at least four years of professional experience in GIS, spatial analysis, remote sensing, and digital cartography. The candidate must demonstrate experience in disaster risk mapping, geodatabase construction, and web mapping services. Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro/QGIS and functional English is required. The role is based in Mexico City with a 6-month duration.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Analista en Reducción del Riesgo de Desastres

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico

  The UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks an Analyst in Disaster Risk Reduction to support technical capacity-building in Mesoamerica. The role involves leading data generation and risk mapping activities for two key projects: 'Local Solutions for Disaster Risk Reduction in Latin America and the Caribbean' (COSUDE) and 'UrbanCoast Mesoamérica' (AECID). Responsibilities include developing urban-scale threat, exposure, and risk maps, analyzing environmental threats and climate change scenarios, designing regulatory and financial instruments for disaster risk reduction, and supporting integrated urban operations. The analyst will work across both projects, ensuring methodological coherence and knowledge transfer. The position requires a university degree in relevant fields and 6 years of progressive professional experience in disaster risk management, environmental engineering, or related areas. The work location is in Mexico City with a 6-month expected duration.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 15, 2026

• Social Media Consultant

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Social Media Consultant to develop and manage social media strategies and campaigns for the Executive Director's digital presence. The role involves planning and publishing content across LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook, managing community engagement, creating multimedia content, and collaborating with internal teams to align social media efforts with organizational goals. The consultant will work remotely from home and report to the Special Assistant to the Executive Director. This is a 6-month remote position requiring expertise in social media management, content creation, and digital communication strategies.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 10, 2026

• PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER (Fixed Term Appointment Limited), P3

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Programme Management Officer (P3) supports the Planning and Finance Section within UN-Habitat's Global Solutions Division in Nairobi, Kenya. Key responsibilities include managing and monitoring programs related to urban planning, finance, and local economic development, particularly under Sub-programme 2 'Enhance shared prosperity for cities and regions.' The role involves developing and implementing projects, conducting research and analysis, preparing reports and presentations, facilitating workshops, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The officer also contributes to urban planning tools, climate solutions, and refugee settlement integration efforts. This is a fixed-term limited position requiring advanced university degree and five years of progressively responsible experience in project management, urban planning, or related fields.

  P-3 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Associate Programme Management Officer (Multiple Positions) - Fixed Term Limited (FTL), NOB

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Associate Programme Management Officer position is a fixed-term limited role in Nairobi, Kenya, within UN-Habitat's Budget, Finance and Operational Support Section. The incumbent supports programme management and project implementation, including budget monitoring, financial controls, and coordination with stakeholders. Responsibilities include facilitating programme development, monitoring and evaluation, logistical arrangements, report preparation, compliance checks, and supporting field operations. The role requires strong administrative and financial management skills, experience in project/programme management, and proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools. The position reports to the Chief of the Budget, Finance and Operational Support Section and works closely with project managers and implementing partners.

  NO-B Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Specialist Course Instructor (Session 9)

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇧🇷 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

  The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Specialist Course Instructor to deliver one of nine virtual sessions on 'Integrated Territorial Planning: Strategies for Municipal Resilience' in Brazil. The role involves designing and delivering a 2.5-hour session on 'Sustainable Interventions in Infrastructure and Housing' focusing on green infrastructure, SBNs, and urbanization. The instructor will develop training materials, create PowerPoint presentations, facilitate interactive sessions via Zoom, and provide post-session follow-up. The position requires a bachelor's degree in relevant fields or 3 years of relevant technical experience, with minimum 4 years of professional teaching experience in Brazil, and experience in territorial and environmental planning, climate adaptation projects, and multilevel climate policies. The instructor must be fluent in Portuguese and have experience in capacity building for public sector staff.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 08, 2026

• Specialist Course Instructor (Sessions 2 and 8)

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇧🇷 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

  The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Specialist Course Instructor to deliver two virtual training sessions (Sessions 2 and 8) of a 9-session course on 'Integrated Territorial Planning: Strategies for Municipal Resilience.' The course focuses on climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction, targeting public officials from municipalities in Rio de Janeiro and state government staff. Sessions 2 and 8 cover 'Governance, Climate Justice, Popular Participation and Social Communication' and 'Living with Risk: Risk Management and Disaster Reduction Tools,' respectively. The instructor must develop training materials, deliver sessions via Zoom, facilitate interactive learning, and provide post-session follow-up. The role requires a bachelor's degree in relevant fields or 3 years of relevant technical experience, with 4 years of professional teaching/facilitation experience in Brazil, and experience in territorial/environmental planning and climate adaptation projects. The consultant works remotely from Brazil, reports to the Head of Brazil Office, and must comply with UN security standards.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 08, 2026

• Associate Programme Management Officer, Human Settlements (Fixed Term Limited)), P2

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Associate Programme Management Officer, Human Settlements position is a Fixed Term Limited (FTL) role based in Nairobi, Kenya, within UN-Habitat's Global Solutions Division. The incumbent will support the Planning and Finance Section in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs related to urban planning, finance, and development in conflict-affected and humanitarian contexts. Key responsibilities include facilitating program/project development, conducting research and data analysis, supporting policy coordination, preparing written outputs, coordinating budget and financial reporting, and participating in field missions. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in urban development and planning, and the ability to work in multicultural environments. The position supports UN-Habitat's mission to promote sustainable urbanization and improve living conditions in cities and settlements worldwide.

  P-2 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 27, 2026

• Project Support Assistant, Turkana Water Infrastructure Improvement Project (TWIIP)

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Project Support Assistant will support the implementation of the Turkana Water Infrastructure Improvement Project (TWIIP) in Kakuma, Turkana West, Kenya. Key responsibilities include administrative support, coordination of meetings and logistics, maintenance of project documentation and compliance records, support for procurement and financial management processes, and documentation of project progress. The role requires working closely with the Project Technical Coordinator, Project Management Officer, and the Head of the Kenya Country Programme. The position supports field operations, ensures compliance with UN-Habitat and donor requirements, and contributes to the smooth delivery of project activities in a remote humanitarian setting.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 06, 2026

• Communications & Design Intern

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Communications & Design Intern will support the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in the implementation of the Cities Investment Facility (CIF) marketing and communications strategy. Responsibilities include drafting and editing social media content, conducting research on thematic issues, designing marketing collateral such as infographics, newsletters, and event materials, and supporting visual content creation for digital platforms. The intern will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure brand consistency and effective communication of CIF's initiatives. The role requires strong writing skills, proficiency in design software, and a demonstrated interest in UN work and sustainable urban development.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 05, 2026

• Intern - Research and Report Writing

  United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The UN-Habitat Intern in Research and Report Writing will support the Global Report and Analytics Section (GRAS) in activities related to the World Cities Report (WCR), the flagship publication of UN-Habitat. Key responsibilities include organizing WCR project materials, synthesizing key discussions from the World Urban Forum 13, assisting with post-launch events, cross-checking information for accuracy, conducting desktop research on WCR 2026 impact, and supporting literature reviews and data analysis for WCR 2028. The intern will also provide flexible support to team members and contribute to knowledge-sharing efforts. This is a hybrid position in Nairobi, Kenya, with a 6-month duration. The role requires strong research, analytical, and writing skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and fluency in English.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 05, 2026

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