Architect at UN-Habitat

Skills: Skills:

•  Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to urban planning and design.
•  Strong analysis of urban form, urban systems, underlying social, legal and financial mechanisms and the political context.
•  Ability to develop strong graphic materials (concept plans, diagrams, street sections) as well as substantive reports.
•  Knowledge of urban development issues. Ability to observe deadlines and achieve set goals.
•  Ability to work and deliver under pressure.

Academic Qualifications:

• Advanced University degree in Architecture or Urban Planning, or related field that is relevant for sustainable urban development and urban planning and design is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Minimum 2-year experience in urban planning and urban design with direct proven experience in drawing and preparing plan graphical material using computer assisted design tools. Strong graphic representation skills and public space design experience is required.
• Experience in facilitating participatory workshop including the use of digital engagement tools is an added asset. The candidate should have a portfolio of plans and designs of which he/she is the author.

Language: Fluency in oral and written English is required. Although not a requirement, knowledge of French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian will be an advantage