Field Agent

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN‑Habitat) is seeking a Field Agent to support the “Inclusive and Sustainable Rio” project in Nova Friburgo, Brazil. The consultant will work closely with UN‑Habitat’s operational and technical teams to promote urban and climate resilience through community outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Mobilise local communities and raise public awareness on urban and climate resilience, focusing on non‑structural disaster risk reduction actions.
• Engage youth and other stakeholders in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the New Urban Agenda.
• Support the development and dissemination of disaster prevention and mitigation policies.
• Report progress and findings to the UN‑Habitat Manager.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in community outreach, public awareness campaigns, or urban resilience projects.
• Ability to work independently in the field and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills in Portuguese and English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Six‑month consultancy with the opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact UN project.
• Collaboration with international experts in sustainable urban development.