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CONSULTANT VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Issued on: 31 May 2016

BACKGROUND

The World Urban Campaign (WUC) is a global coalition of public, private and civil society partners seeking to raise the urban agenda to a new level. Coordinated by UN-Habitat, but owned and driven by a long list of committed partners, the WUC provides the necessary environment for collaboration. The WUC seeks to raise global awareness of sustainable urbanization and to facilitate more coherent strategies and actions by development partners working at the national and local levels.
The WUC is part of UN-Habitat’s work programme, located within the Advocacy, Outreach and Communications Branch.
The project objective is to engage a wide range of partners in a common platform to advocate on the positive role of cities in development and to elevate the urban agenda. To date more than 70 Sponsors, Lead and Associate partners are engaged in the WUC.
The Campaign and Partnerships Consultant will contribute to the partnership engagement process under the World Urban Campaign Secretariat.
RESPONSIBILITIES
On the basis of the above, the Consultant is required to mobilize partners and develop outreach activities seeking an increase of stakeholders’ engagement in sustainable urban development, especially in the framework of the Habitat III Conference preparatory process.

Under the overall supervision of the Advocacy, Outreach and Communication Branch Coordinator and WUC Project Leader, the consultant will contribute to the projects in the following:

• Mobilise and communicate with WUC partners, sponsors and members organizations to engage them in campaign activities and update the business plan.
• Prepare specific content proposals for campaign activities, such as The City We Need Campaign, working closely with the AOC Media Unit, the Events and Outreach Unit as well as with external partners.
• Prepare content for campaign materials (website, social media, brochures, exhibitions) designed for the public, working closely with the AOC Media Unit, the Events and Outreach Unit as well as with external partners.
• Manage the World Urban Campaign social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, LinkedIn, Storify) and document social media activities.
• Prepare a new call for proposals to host Urban Thinkers Campuses, compile applications, and liaise with selected hosts on agendas, communication material, web updates and releases, etc..
• Manage the responses to calls for proposals for Urban Thinkers Campuses, reply to partners and prepare UTC agendas and communication with partners.
• Organise on-line WUC Working Group Meetings including agenda, documentation, invitations and meeting minutes.
• Prepare and manage WUC Steering Committee meeting (14 October, Quito) including the WUC Secretariat progress report, meeting agenda, documentation, invitations and final report.
• Organize side events and networking events in liaison with WUC partners to be organized at the Habitat III Conference and Stakeholders Forum (15-21 October, Quito)
• Work closely with the AOCB in enhancing the internal flow of information and communication pertaining to the WUC through the preparation of briefing notes, minutes of meetings, web and intranet postings.
• Prepare meetings and documentation related to a United Nations Steering Group joining the World Urban Campaign, and act as a focal point of UN Agencies on WUC matters.

COMPETENCIES
Integrity: Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours. Acts without consideration of personal gains. Resists undue political pressure in decision making. Does not abuse power or authority. Stands by decisions that are in the organization’s interest, even if they are unpopular. Takes prompt action in case of unprofessional or unethical behaviour.

Professionalism: Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme, human resources, database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations.  Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Respect for Diversity.

QUALIFICATIONS

University degree in social or political science, business administration or related matters. Knowledge on urban issues required. Excellent organizational skills and communication skills. Excellent writing skills (English). Experience of communication and public relations involving different types of partners needed.

Work Experience

The consultant should have a minimum of 3 years of professional work experience.

Language
Excellent written command of English language. French or Spanish will be considered an advantage.

REMUNERATION
Payments will be based on deliverables over the consultancy period. There are set remuneration rates for consultancies. The rate is determined by functions performed and experience of the consultant. The fees will be paid as per agreement.

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