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Consultor/a en Participación y Gobernanza Local

LocationHome based, Mexico City, Mexico
SetupRemote
LevelEntry
Posted4d ago
Policy & Advocacy

Quick answer

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme is hiring a remote Consultant in Participation and Governance Local (Mexico City, Mexico) to lead the design and implementation of citizen participation and local governance strategies for projects in Mesoamerica.

Role
Consultor/a en Participación y Gobernanza Local
Organization
United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Location
Home based, Mexico City, Mexico
Work setup
Remote
Level
Entry
Category
Policy & Advocacy

The role

The Consultant in Participation and Governance Local will lead the design and implementation of the citizen participation and local governance strategy for the project, with a focus on the Integrated Urban Operations (OUI) at the neighborhood scale and the local governance and capacity-building component.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement the citizen participation and local governance strategy for the project
  • Lead the design and execution of the participatory governance strategy specific to each Integrated Urban Operation (OUI) at the neighborhood scale
  • Facilitate and systematize community, municipal, and national government dialogues and exchanges
  • Support the articulation and coordination with national and local governments in matters of participation and governance

What it takes

  • Bachelor's degree in sociology, anthropology, political sciences, urban planning with a focus on citizen participation, public management, social work, local and community development, human geography, architecture with a social focus, or related fields
  • At least 6 years of progressive professional experience in designing, facilitating, and systematizing participatory and multi-stakeholder processes, participatory urban and territorial planning, community development, and related fields
  • Experience in gender, intersectionality, and human rights, Agenda 2030, New Urban Agenda, and Sendai Framework

What you'll bring

Design and implementation of citizen participation and local governance strategiesExperience in participatory and multi-stakeholder processesKnowledge of genderintersectionalityand human rightsExperience in capacity-building for local governments and communities

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is based remotely, with the main location being Mexico City, Mexico.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is not specified in the job posting.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a bachelor's degree in relevant fields, at least 6 years of professional experience, and knowledge of gender, intersectionality, and human rights.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted through the provided link.

Is the job remote?

Yes, the job is fully remote.

How to apply

Apply directly on United Nations Human Settlements Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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