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Consultant, Smart Cities and Urban Planning

If you are a passionate and committed professional and want to make a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
UNICEF, the world’s leading organization working for the rights of children, seeks a Consultant, Smart Cities and Urban Planning.
Purpose:
Please see Terms of Reference
Qualification:
This consultancy requires an individual with strong urban planning and municipal advocacy experience, strong understanding of private sector companies engaged in urban development, creativity and ability to multi-task, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Experience working within a city and planning for social sector urban development is a significant advantage.
Master’s degree required. PhD preferred. Preferred degree in urban planning.
At least 7 years relevant experience working on advocacy with municipal governments;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; article-writing and media experience preferred;
Experience working within a highly results-oriented non-profit, municipality and/or UN agency required;
Fluency in English;
Ability to work in a team and in a diverse work environment.
Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV and P 11 form (which can be downloaded from our website http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html) topdconsultants@unicef.org with subject line “Consultant, Smart Cities and Urban Planning” by 21 June 2013.  Please indicate your ability, availability and daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily (or monthly) rate will not be considered.

Joint applications of two or more individuals are not accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.