The consultant is expected to work closely with focal points from country offices in the region as well as government stakeholders to identify, categorize and map stakeholders involved in project conceptualisation, preparation and financing. This will entail mapping of national and local authorities, international financial institutions, relevant private sector partners and other stakeholders involved in the SWM sector.
Responsibilities:
The consultant will develop detailed concept notes that include the project’s key information including funding requirements, beneficiaries, environmental and social impact and alignment with national priorities as well as SDG alignment.
The concept notes will enable the determination of further support required in line with CIF’s project preparation process.
This position is located in the Regional Programme Division of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) under the direct supervision of the Program Manager of the Cities Investment Facility.
A detailed analysis of the region including stakeholder mapping.
Defined selection and evaluation criteria.
Identification of two SWM projects in the region.
Detailed action plan for the identified projects.
Integrated urban and territorial planning, management, investment and finance.
Participatory multi-level governance and localization of the SDGs.
Knowledge, data, digitalization, and capacity development.
Partnerships, coalitions, advocacy and communication.
Effective resource mobilisation Background to Consultancy UN-Habitat supports countries in cities to address their development challenges in many ways including (i) technical assistance, (ii) research and capacity building, (iii) advocacy, communication and outreach.
Requirements:
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in sustainable urban planning, management urban governance, engineering, development studies, business administration, geography, management and economics is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in project development, resource mobilization, urban development, sustainability, finance, or commercial investment, with a proven track record in supporting Eastern Europe and Central Asia urban development initiatives is required.
Relevant knowledge of the current Eastern Europe and Central Asia urban development project landscape is desirable.
Relevant knowledge of sustainable urban development project financing and development is desirable.
A strong understanding of UN-Habitat and the Cities Investment Facility mandates, goals and principles is desirable.
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat.
Fluency (both oral and written) in English is required.
