Programme Support Consultant – World Urban Forum

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN‑Habitat) is seeking a Programme Support Consultant to assist the World Urban Forum (WUF) Coordination Office. The role will be based in New York for a six‑month contract and focuses on strengthening partnerships, amplifying advocacy, and ensuring the continuity of the WUF programme.

Key responsibilities

• Support the preparation and implementation of the World Urban Forum, including agenda setting, logistics coordination and stakeholder outreach.
• Liaise with UN‑Habitat’s New York Liaison Office, member states, permanent missions and North‑American partners to integrate UN‑Habitat priorities into intergovernmental processes.
• Facilitate communication between government agencies, NGOs, academia, private sector and other participants to promote the New Urban Agenda and Sustainable Development Goal 11.
• Produce briefing notes, reports and briefing materials for senior UN‑Habitat officials and external partners.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of WUF activities, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Advanced degree or equivalent professional experience in urban planning, international development, public policy or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience working with United Nations agencies, intergovernmental bodies or large multi‑stakeholder initiatives.
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise documents.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to build and maintain partnerships across diverse sectors.

Required skills