Social Participation and Mobilization Consultant

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN‑Habitat) is seeking a Social Participation and Mobilization Consultant to support its Inclusive and Sustainable Rio project. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the consultant will work closely with UN‑Habitat’s operational and technical teams to strengthen urban resilience and promote civil‑society engagement in the State’s climate agenda.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with UN‑Habitat, state agencies, municipalities and public consortia to revise the State Solid Waste Plan (PERS‑RJ).
• Prepare updated diagnoses, develop scenario analyses, and define strategies, actions, targets and implementation instruments.
• Facilitate inclusive participation of civil‑society organisations in the planning process.
• Support the formulation and implementation of policies aligned with the 2030 Agenda and the New Urban Agenda.
• Provide technical inputs and documentation for project reporting and knowledge sharing.

Required profile

• Relevant academic background in urban planning, environmental policy, social development or related fields.
• Experience working with government entities, NGOs or international organisations on urban or environmental projects.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder‑engagement abilities.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and adapt to the Brazilian context.

Required skills

What we offer

• 12‑month fixed‑term consultancy with UN‑Habitat.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable urban development in Brazil.
• Collaboration with a global team of experts and local partners.