Early Childhood Strategy and Project Implementation Consultant

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN‑Habitat) is seeking a consultant to lead the early‑childhood strategy and project implementation for a public‑space initiative in São Paulo and Curitiba. The role will be home‑based with occasional on‑site activities, supporting the design and scaling of child‑friendly urban policies.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with UN‑Habitat operational and technical teams to define and implement early‑childhood strategies.
• Coordinate with the FEMSA Foundation, local authorities and partners to improve public spaces for children and caregivers.
• Apply innovative participatory design tools to gather child and caregiver input.
• Develop and deliver policy recommendations, guidelines and implementation plans.
• Monitor project progress, prepare reports and ensure alignment with the Habitat Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals.

Required profile

• Academic or professional background in early‑childhood development, urban planning, public policy or related fields.
• Proven experience in project implementation and consultancy, preferably in an international or UN context.
• Ability to work remotely while travelling for in‑person activities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term consultancy contract (approximately 11 months).
• Hybrid work mode with flexibility to work from home.
• Opportunity to influence urban policies affecting millions of children.