Director of Regional Programmes Division

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is an agency of the United Nations established by the UN General Assembly. Its mission is to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities, acting as the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat collaborates with various partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities, aiming to reduce inequality, discrimination, and poverty. The organization operates globally, with a presence in multiple countries, and is committed to addressing urbanization as a transformative force for communities.

Job Overview:
The Director of the Regional Programmes Division at UN-Habitat is a senior management position responsible for overseeing the organization's regional and national program portfolio. The incumbent will manage the implementation of these programs through regional and field offices, contributing to the overall strategic direction of UN-Habitat. This role requires a strong focus on policy formulation, resource allocation, and ensuring that the outputs produced by the division meet high-quality standards. The Director will also be involved in intergovernmental reporting and will play a key role in aligning regional and country office operations with the United Nations Development System Reform. The position demands a proactive approach to leadership, with an emphasis on fostering teamwork and communication across various organizational boundaries.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Director will be responsible for directing and managing the Regional Programmes Division, contributing to the formulation of UN-Habitat's strategies and policies, overseeing regional offices, and leading the implementation of the substantive work program. Specific duties include providing guidance to regional directors, managing partnerships and resource mobilization efforts, coordinating with international financial institutions, and ensuring effective knowledge sharing among headquarters and field offices. The Director will also oversee the preparation of reports for intergovernmental bodies, manage the recruitment and development of staff, and represent UN-Habitat at various international meetings and conferences. Additionally, the incumbent will be expected to analyze data to identify trends for informed decision-making and reporting.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in urban development, human settlements, business or public administration, finance, accounting, law, social sciences, or related fields. A first-level university degree combined with two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. The position requires at least fifteen years of experience in managing complex development operations, with a minimum of ten years at a leadership level. Proven experience in negotiation of partnerships and resource mobilization is essential, along with substantive experience in urban development and human settlements at the international level. Experience in data analytics is desirable.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as urban development, human settlements, business or public administration, finance, accounting, law, or social sciences is required. A first-level university degree may be accepted with additional qualifying work experience.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least fifteen years of experience in managing complex development operations, with a minimum of ten years in leadership roles. Experience in negotiating partnerships and mobilizing resources is crucial, along with five years of substantive experience in urban development and human settlements at the international level. Familiarity with the UN system and experience in data analytics are considered advantageous.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position, as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another official UN language, such as French, is desirable. Fluency is defined as a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (reading, writing, speaking, understanding), while 'knowledge of' indicates a confident rating in two of the four areas.

Additional Notes:
The appointment for this position is for an initial period of one year, with the possibility of extension based on the continued existence of the mandate and availability of funding. The position encourages applications from candidates of under-represented member states in the UN Secretariat. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The recruitment process does not involve any fees, and reasonable accommodations may be provided for applicants with disabilities.