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Find out everything about Jobs and Careers with the UN-Habitat!

Working for an organization such as the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is an opportunity that could change your life. The organization combines good remuneration with meaningful work. You will be able to construct influential networks as well as receive encouragement to develop professionally. In addition, working for the UN-Habitat means having a global career with a global reach, in a multicultural and pleasant environment.

Because of the above-mentioned reasons, in addition to a competitive remuneration package, career mobility, and the support that successful candidates receive once they are assigned to a position at the organization, UN-Habitat Jobs selection processes are highly sought-after by many young professionals, making them highly competitive.

 

In pursuit of its mission, the OpenIGO network has prepared a comprehensive eBook (Landing your dream job at the United Nations), as well as support and guidance services, with the aim of highly increasing your chances of success in these competitive selection processes. These services include revising your application documents (curriculum vitae/resume and cover letter) and a mock interview, as per the United Nations model. We also offer a range of packages that combine the eBook with different services!

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UN-Habitat Overview

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the United Nations to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat is the main agency for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the United Nations system.

UN-Habitat’s main focus: Building inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities.

Themes addressed by the UN-Habitat:

  • Sustainable towns and cities
  • Economic resilience
  • Urbanization
  • Human settlement

UN-Habitat Jobs - Selection Processes

You can find job opportunities at UN-Habitat’s Vacancies page. You can also join the organization through its Junior Professional Officer Programme (JPO).

UN-Habitat Jobs - General Requirements

In terms of UN-Habitat’s common requirements, we exemplify them with the eligibility criteria from a HUMAN SETTLEMENTS OFFICER opening. Note that this will vary from vacancy to vacancy:

 

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Urban Planning, Urban Development, Urban Geography, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Urban Governance, Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or any other related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

 

Professional Experience

At least five years of progressive experience urban development, research and policy analysis at the local, national and international levels. Experience of networking; experience of conducting policy reviews and preparation of policy recommendations for decision makers; demonstrable analytical, drafting, reporting and presentation experience; experience of analyzing, summarizing and presenting large quantities of statistics on urban issues using relevant computer software; and experience in the coordination of multiple contributors to major reports

 

Language

Fluency in English is required for this position. Knowledge of another UN official language would be an advantage

UN-Habitat Jobs - Interview

Usually, only selected applicants will be contacted for the interview, which lasts about 30 minutes and may be done via online video conference or phone. The main points covered in the interview vary according to the opening and department chosen. In general, however, the questions address subjective or behavioral aspects, such as your expectations about the job, your interests in the area of expertise you are applying for and your previous experiences.

UN-Habitat Jobs - Salary and Benefits

The stipend and benefits will vary for each vacancy, so here’s an example from a P-4 contract:

The salary for a P-4 contract is between 126,357 USD and 162,912 USD.

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