HUMAN SETTLEMENTS OFFICER (Urban Mobility), P3,(NAIROBI)

Org. Setting and Reporting
	The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-HABITAT, is the 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. This post is located in UN-HABITAT/Urban Basic Services Branch (UBSB) at the Nairobi duty station.  Under the supervision of the Section Chief and the general guidance of the Coordinator of the UBSB, the incumbent will perform the following:
		Responsibilities
	1. Analysis and Documentation: Document and evaluate existing global best practices in Urban Mobility; Identify priority interventions within the framework of the work of the UBSB, the Habitat Agenda, Country Strategy Notes, national plans and sectors reviews, including Habitat country programme documents; Develop strategies, partnerships and programmes for implementing field projects; Liaise with multilateral/bilateral donors for resource mobilization, promoting/coordinating joint activities and securing approval and support by involved partners. 2. Project and Programme Development and Implementation: Provide technical and management support in Human Settlements urban mobility analysis, needs assessments and other activities; Participate in advisory missions to carry out consultations and other activities aimed at development of human settlements urban mobility policies, strategies and programmes; Undertake research in transport financing and economics and advise on the development of innovative financing mechanisms and potential partnerships; Coordinate the approval of project designs by relevant parties; Coordinate and initiate implementation of project activities. 3. Project Management:  Provide appropriate technical support to projects; Assist in the strengthening of inter-divisional collaboration; Coordinate monitoring of project progress; Provide inputs to the preparation and submission of status reports. 4 Advisory and knowledge dissemination: Provide advisory service to the stakeholders; Support UBSB and other UN-HABITAT units on urban mobility activities; Assist governments in dialogues of policy makers and technical experts; Provide inputs towards UN-HABITAT’s efforts for developing an integrated approach to activities at the global, regional, national and local levels. 5. Perform other duties as required.
		Competencies
	Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to urban mobility and transport. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection and analysis using various methods. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from other and responds appropriately; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; 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 and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Uses time efficiently.
		Education
	Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in transport economics, civil engineering, urban/transport geography, transport planning or related area is required.  A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
		Work Experience
	A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in urban transport/mobility projects and programmes at national level and at least two years of similar experience at the international level is required. Experience with the UN or other international agency is desirable.
		Languages
	English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language is desirable.
		Assessment Method
	Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.
		Special Notice
	Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening.  On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received.  In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary.  If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Need Help?” link.
		United Nations Considerations
	The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

HUMAN SETTLEMENTS OFFICER (Urban Mobility), P3,(NAIROBI), Deadline:24 November 2012