Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
Serve as the local focal point for the Climate Smart Cities Challenge in Makindye Ssabagabo, Uganda
Contribute to orchestrating the system demonstrator, by collaborating with project partners, which may include:
Movement building – coordinating between city government, innovators and other stakeholders and building a shared vision and action plan
Systems understanding – providing and / or commissioning additional research to better understand the system dynamics
Delivery planning – supporting innovator teams and other stakeholders to act on the ground
Strategic learning – facilitating reflection learning sessions and socialising the findings
Contribute to mobilizing resources (fundraise) for subsequent phases of implementation and scaling of the system demonstrator
Contribute to written reporting for Makindye Ssabagabo, Uganda to validate progress and results
Participate in and facilitate meetings, which includes developing and delivering appropriate presentations related to city challenges
The consultant will be responsible for completing all courses or training activities that are indicated to him/her by his/her supervisor.
The mandatory UN 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.
Qualifications/special skills
At least a first level University Degree in urban management, urban ecological, civil engineering, urban planning, Architecture, Urban Design, Geography, social sciences or related fields is required
A minimum of two years’ experience in addressing climate challenges, urban mobility, urban management or urban planning issues in developing countries particularly in Uganda is required knowledge of urban governance issues in Uganda is highly desirable
Experience in project coordination, event organization on urban related issues is highly desirable.
Previous work experience with an international organization is highly desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.
Deadline : Mar 5, 2024
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