Housing Accessibility Standards Specialist

LocationMontreal

SetupOn-site

LevelMid

Posted2w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme is hiring a mid-level Housing Accessibility Standards Specialist in Montreal, Canada, to contribute to the Accessible-Ready Housing Guidance package and advocacy efforts, with a six-month contract.

Role: Housing Accessibility Standards Specialist
Organization: United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Location: Montreal
Work setup: On-site
Level: Mid
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The consultant will contribute to the preparation of the Accessible-Ready Housing Guidance package and advocacy efforts, and lead consultation and partner engagement processes.

What you'll do

Contribute to the development of the Accessible-Ready Housing Guidance Package
Conduct consultations and co-creation processes with persons with disabilities
Analyze feedback from consultations to formulate standard and policy reformulation recommendations
Contribute to the mapping of municipal, provincial, and federal regulatory workflows
Contribute to reviewing feasibility and cost considerations from an accessibility perspective
Prepare regular progress reports and contribute to the Canada Office’s housing programme and global knowledge exchange

What it takes

A Master’s degree in Social Policy, Architecture, Urban Planning, Housing Policy, or a closely related field
Demonstrated experience in leading community engagement and co-creation processes
Experience in accessibility policy, disability inclusion, inclusive design, housing, or a closely related field
Experience designing or facilitating accessible and inclusive engagement processes with persons with disabilities and/or Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs)
Knowledge of disability-inclusive and rights-based approaches to housing and the built environment
Strong report writing, reviewing, and editorial skills

What you'll bring

Leading community engagement and co-creation processesTranslating results into policy-relevant recommendationsConducting applied research on housing adequacySynthesizing and presenting complex informationDesigning or facilitating accessible and inclusive engagement processesExperience in accessible

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Montreal, Canada.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in a related field, experience in community engagement, and strong report writing skills.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted through the provided link until October 22, 2026.

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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