Consultant – ATHIS Training Facilitation (Mogi das Cruzes)

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN‑Habitat) is seeking a consultant to facilitate ATHIS (Technical Assistance for Social Housing) training in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil. The consultant will work closely with UN‑Habitat’s operational and technical teams to develop and deliver training that bridges policy and practice for sustainable, equitable housing solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development of the training plan and identify priority thematic areas based on the project’s capacity needs assessment.
• Design training modules, materials, and activities for a three‑module ATHIS course.
• Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and follow‑up activities with municipal officials and partner institutions.
• Collaborate with the São Paulo Council of Architecture and Urbanism and the Brazilian Cooperation Agency to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Provide regular progress reports to the Head of the Brazil Office.

Required profile

• Relevant academic background in urban planning, architecture, social housing, or related fields.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering capacity‑building training programmes.
• Familiarity with UN‑Habitat’s mandates and the New Urban Agenda.
• Strong communication skills in Portuguese and English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact UN project supporting sustainable urban development.
• Collaboration with international experts and local authorities.
• Professional exposure within the UN system.