Local Mobiliser – Community Engagement Consultant

About the role

The Local Mobiliser will support UN‑Habitat’s Periferia Viva programme in Santo André, Brazil, by fostering community participation and ensuring effective communication of project activities. Working closely with UN‑Habitat’s operational and technical teams, the consultant will help drive socio‑territorial transformation in vulnerable urban areas.

Key responsibilities

• Promote participation and engagement of community members through meetings, workshops and assemblies.
• Communicate project information clearly to residents and publicise the programme.
• Facilitate active community involvement in decision‑making and implementation of infrastructure improvements.
• Attend and contribute to project and local meetings as required.
• Prepare and submit a monthly activity report and ensure technical activities meet UN‑Habitat quality standards.

Required profile

• High school diploma (or two additional years of relevant technical experience).
• Minimum four years of experience in social mobilisation, community work in slums or urban settings in Brazil.
• Professionalism, planning, communication and teamwork competencies, with ability to work in multicultural environments.

Required skills

• Proficient use of Windows operating system.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective use of web search engines for information gathering.