Urban Planner Consultant
Quick answer
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme is hiring a junior Urban Planner Consultant for a 12-month position in Bahir Dar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia, to support capacity development, settlement planning, and climate-smart planning.
- Role
- Urban Planner Consultant
- Organization
- United Nations Human Settlements Programme
- Location
- Bahir Dar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme is seeking an Urban Planner Consultant to support capacity development, settlement planning, climate-smart planning, and land governance in Amhara Region, Ethiopia.
What you'll do
- Support training needs assessments for relevant authorities
- Conduct institutional mapping and stakeholder assessments
- Facilitate leadership training sessions and peer-learning activities
- Undertake settlement assessments and urban diagnostics
- Prepare settlement development and upgrading recommendations
- Support the integration of durable solutions principles into local development and spatial planning processes
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant professional experience
- Experience using GIS and spatial planning tools
- Experience in displacement, refugee response, or durable solutions programmes
- Experience in capacity development, including preparing training materials and delivering training
- Fluency in spoken and written English, knowledge of Amharic is an advantage
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Bahir Dar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least seven years of relevant experience, and fluency in English. Additional qualifications include experience in urban planning, GIS, and capacity development.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the provided link: https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=283892&languageCd=ENG
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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