Program Analyst

Result of Service
- The Programme Analyst (Sanitation) reports to the Head of Brazil Office and OiC for Southern Cone Office. He/She shall duly and timely perform his/her obligations, under this Terms of Reference, and will provide managerial support and technical advice on the implementation of the project in São Paulo. The Programme Analyst (Sanitation) will work in close collaboration with the operational and technical teams of UN-Habitat, among other relevant stakeholders.
- Work Location
- São Paulo, SP, Brazil
- Expected duration
- One (1) month**Responsibilities**:

- Background The main mandate of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is to promote sustainable development of human settlements and policies conducive to adequate housing for all. Within this framework, UN-Habitat supports central and state governments, as well as local authorities and other partners for the implementation of the Habitat Agenda, the 2030 Agenda with the Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda. UN-Habitat helps the urban poor by transforming cities into safer, more inclusive, compact, integrated, resilient and connected places with better opportunities where everyone can live with dignity. It works with organizations at every level, including all spheres of government, civil society and the private sector to help build, manage, plan and finance sustainable urban development. UN-Habitat’s Regional Office for Latin American and the Caribbean - ROLAC - is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Agency puts emphasis on developing and managing activities in the host country. Indeed, for the past years, UN-Habitat has expanded its portfolio in Brazil by working with the three tiers of government in order to support the formulation and implementation of more effective, sustainable, participative and socially fairer urban economic, social and environmental policies. This consultancy aims to develop the Municipal Basic Sanitation Plan (PMSB) for the city of São Paulo, with the goal of accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the principles of the New Urban Agenda (NAU). In order to properly implement this project, a Programme Analyst (Sanitation) is required to ensure a good execution of the work programme. Report to UN-Habitat Manager The Programme Analyst (Sanitation) reports to the Head of Brazil Office and OiC for Southern Cone Office, who will evaluate him/her. Responsibilities The Programme Analyst (Sanitation) will support the implementation of the project, and its activities, with the following responsibilities: a) Provide technical advice and support the execution of technical activities related to the project. b) Provide management support and coordinate the overall implementation of the project work programme, including development, approval and implementation of activities. c) Maintain close communication with local counterparts and partners, such as governments, civil society organizations, universities, the private sector, etc. under supervision. d) Carry out technical, administrative and management activities to ensure that the project achieves its objectives in terms of deadlines, budget and quality. e) Provide appropriate technical support to implement activities related to the following areas: i. Training and development. ii. Collection, production, analysis and management of urban data, information and indicators. iii. Public policies. iv. Strategic and project planning, monitoring and implementation. v. Localization of the SDGs and implementation of the New Urban Agenda. vi. Social mobilization and participation. vii. Effective advocacy, monitoring and partnership. f) Provide information for the systematization and exchange of successful practices and experiences with other offices in the region and with divisions at headquarters. g) Conduct technical activities to ensure that projects meet deadlines and quality objectives. h) Contribute to the identification and mitigation of project risks, including relevant challenges or omissions and other situations that could affect the development and implementation of projects. i) Participate in meetings and conferences organized by UN-Habitat partners. j) Document expert group meetings, forums, consultations, training events and other activities related to the planning, development and implementation of new and ongoing projects. k) Prepare reports for partners, internal reports, etc. at various stages of projects. l) Perform other tasks that may be requested by supervisors. m) Participate in missions as requested. The consultant will be responsible for completing all courses and training activities that are indicated to him/her by his/her supervisor. The security course BSAFE is required to be accredited during the first month of employment. The consultant will be responsible for his/her own security, so the person should get familiarized with United Nations security mechanisms and comply with them according to the Frame