Programme Analyst

Overview

Provide technical advice and support execution of activities related to urban development projects

You have:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Social Services, Logistics, Economics, Geography, Urban Studies, or Communication/Journalism, Biological Sciences, International Relations, or related field is required, or additional three (3) years of relevant experience to the post, beyond the requirement.
• A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management on urban related themes.
• Fluency in Portuguese is required.
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat, and Spanish is the working language of the Regional Office.
• Good computer skills in Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook and Web search engines is required.
• Good handling of technological tools and use of softwares and online platforms is desirable.
• Good knowledge on project management methodologies is desirable.

Result of Service He/she will provide technical advice and support the execution of activities related to the project in Belo Horizonte. The Programme Analyst will work in close collaboration with the operational and technical teams of UN-Habitat in Rio de Janeiro, staff of other UN Agencies, Government officials, media, multilateral and bilateral donors and civil society.

Work Location Rio de Janeiro (initially, home based)

Expected duration Six (6) months upon the signature of the contract, with the possibility of renewal.

Duties and Responsibilities 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 2030 Agenda with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the New Urban Agenda (NUA).

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 in 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 in order to support the formulation and implementation of more effective, sustainable, participative and socially fairer urban economic, social and environmental policies.

In order to expand the programme and seek support to work with the challenges of reducing urban poverty and integrating all segments of the population into the fabric of the city, UN-Habitat is a partner of Instituto Pereira Passos (IPP) of the Municipality of Rio de Janeiro (PCRJ) in the implementation of the Social Territories Programme. To respect, protect and achieve rights and build a fairer and more equitable city, the Social Territories Programme aims to identify the most vulnerable urban population of the city of Rio de Janeiro, better understand their living conditions and promote a specialized support to integrate them into public registries, the network of basic services and the municipal urban fabric.

The Social Territories Programme has been implemented, since 2019, in large favela complexes (Alemão, Chapadão, Cidade de Deus, Lins, Maré, Pedreira, Penha, Jacarezinho, Rocinha and Vila Kennedy) and is currently being expanded in larger scale throughout the city.

In order to continue with the due implementation of the Social Territories Programme, UN-Habitat office in Rio de Janeiro is looking for a Programme Analyst.

Report to UN-Habitat Manager

The Programme Analyst reports to the National Officer for Brazil, who will evaluate him/her.

Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the National Officer for Brazil, the Programme Analyst will: a) Provide technical advice and support the execution of technical activities related to the ongoing and new projects. b) Provide managerial support and coordinate the overall implementation of project’s work programme, including development, approval and implementation of activities. c) Maintain close communication with counterparts and local partners, such as the governments, civil society organizations, universities, private sector, etc, under supervision. d) Perform technical, administrative and management activities to ensure that projects meet the objectives in terms of deadlines, budget and quality. e) Revise the results of the Multidimensional Poverty Index in the large favelas complexes. f) Supporting the project’s work plan and daily activities, especially in the field supporting the supervision of the Coordination Assistants, Local Managers, Field Agents and Technical Assistants. Provide appropriate technical support to implement activities related to the following areas: 1.capacity building and development; 2.collection, production, analysis and management of data, information and urban indicators; 3.public policies; 4.strategic and project planning, monitoring and implementation; 5.SDGs localization and implementation of the New Urban Agenda; 6.social mobilization and participation; 7.effective advocacy, monitoring and partnership. g) Provide information for the systematization and exchange of successful practices and experiences with other offices in the region and with headquarters divisions. h) Conduct technical activities to ensure that projects meet deadlines and quality objectives. i) Inputs for the identification and mitigation of projects’ risks, including relevant challenges or omissions and other situations that may affect the development and implementation of projects. j) Attend to meetings and conferences promoted by UN-Habitat partners. k) Document expert group meetings, forums, consultations, training events and other activities related to the planning, development and implementation of ongoing and new projects. l) Prepare reports to partners, internal reports, etc. at various stages of the projects. m) Perform other duties which may be requested by the supervisors. n) Participate in missions as requested.

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 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 Programme Analyst shall assist the implementation of the above-mentioned project according to the responsibilities indicated below.

Qualifications/special skills Skills:

¿ Good computer skills in Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook and Web search engines is required; ¿ Good handling of technological tools and use of softwares and online platforms is desirable; ¿ Good knowledge on project management methodologies is desirable.

Academic Qualifications:

¿ Bachelor's degree in Law, Social Services, Logistics, Economics, Geography, Urban Studies, or Communication/Journalism, Biological Sciences, International Relations, or related field is required, or additional three (3) years of relevant experience to the post, beyond the requirement

Experience:

¿ A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management on urban related themes. ¿ Professional and academic experience on themes related to public policies, public administration, social and urban development, slum upgrading, articulation and coordination of stakeholders on implementation of policies and projects. ¿ Previous experience within the UN System would be an asset.

Language:

¿ Fluency in Portuguese is required. ¿ English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat, and Spanish is the working language of the Regional Office.

Knowledge Management

¿ The person must know the processes, procedures and norms of UN-Habitat, in order 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.

Competencies

¿ Professionalism: Experience working in inter-institutional environment, project management, monitoring-evaluation; approaches and strategies with regard to 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.

Additional Information Remuneration (SB-3/5): BRL 7.505,42.

Travel details The consultant must be available to travel to the places related to the activities in the country, if requested by the National Officer for Brazil and/or the International Officer. Travels will be coordinated and financed by UN-Habitat, according to the United Nations travel rules and guidelines. Note: During the COVID-19 pandemic quarantine, travel is not advised.

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.

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 “Personal History Form” (PHP) at Inspira:

1. Cover memo (maximum 1 page) 2. Educational Background (incl. dates) 3. Professional Experience (assignments, tasks, achievements, duration by years/ months) 4. Expertise and preferences regarding location of potential assignments 5. Other Experience and Expertise (e.g. Internships/ voluntary work, etc.)* * Please note that Internships, self-employment and part-time 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

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