Specialist Course Instructor (Session 9)

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is seeking a Specialist Course Instructor for Session 9 of its Resilient Environment Program. The consultant will deliver the second course, "Integrated Territorial Planning: Strategies for Municipal Resilience," to public officials from municipalities and state government staff in Rio de Janeiro.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver training sessions on integrated territorial planning, climate risk prevention, and inter‑sectoral coordination.
• Develop and adapt training materials to reflect UN‑Habitat’s methodology and the New Urban Agenda.
• Facilitate interactive workshops, case studies, and group discussions for municipal officials.
• Collaborate closely with UN‑Habitat operational and technical teams to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor participant progress, provide feedback, and produce post‑training reports.

Required profile

• Proven experience in urban planning, climate adaptation, or municipal resilience initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor public officials or similar audiences.
• Strong communication skills in English; Portuguese is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently on a remote basis for a three‑month contract.

Required skills