Field Coordinator

UN Secretariat; Rio de Janeiro; On-site; BRL 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

UN-Habitat in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, seeks a Field Coordinator to support the Social Territories Program phase two. The role works with programme teams to implement activities, monitor field staff, and engage with local stakeholders to improve urban inclusion and capacity building.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a related field or three extra years of relevant experience, strong Portuguese skills, and solid computer and project-management abilities for field operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Urban Planning, Geography, Sociology, Economics, Development Studies, Environmental Studies, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Alternatively, three years of additional relevant experience beyond the minimum requirement may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate implementation of UN-Habitat program activities across designated territories.
• Monitor field personnel and ensure alignment with work plans and standards.
• Engage with municipal authorities and local organizations to support community participation.

Skills

Portuguese fluency

Computer skills

Project management

Online platforms/tools

Education

Bachelorís degree in Social Sciences or related field

Three years additional relevant experience

Job description

Organizational context: The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) promotes sustainable urban development and adequate housing for all. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean (ROLAC) supports governments and partners in implementing urban agendas. This role supports the second phase of the Social Territories Program, focusing on multidimensional urban poverty in Rio de Janeiro.

Job purpose: The Field Coordinator will support the implementation of the Social Territories Program in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, contributing to the UN-Habitat mandate of promoting sustainable urban development and addressing multidimensional urban poverty. The role involves close collaboration with programme, operations, and project teams to ensure project objectives and organizational priorities are met. The incumbent will facilitate the execution of program activities, monitor field personnel, and engage with local stakeholders to enhance institutional capacity, promote social participation, and improve access to essential opportunities within targeted communities. This position is crucial for the effective delivery of the program's second phase, aiming to transform urban areas into more inclusive, resilient, and dignified places.

Responsibilities: The Field Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the implementation of UN-Habitat program activities across designated territories, ensuring alignment with work plans, methodologies, and quality standards. This includes monitoring the performance of Local Managers and field personnel, providing guidance on priorities, procedures, and deadlines. The role involves collaborating with teams to develop strategies for identifying, reaching, and engaging participating families. Key duties include monitoring the program's integrated protocol, identifying operational challenges, and overseeing the administration of data collection instruments. The coordinator will also identify gaps in territorial coverage, facilitate community events, and liaise with municipal authorities and local organizations. Progress monitoring, risk identification, and reporting are essential, as is ensuring activities adhere to UN-Habitat standards and ethical principles. Facilitating information flow and contributing to program planning and learning based on field evidence are also core responsibilities.

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Urban Planning, Geography, Sociology, Economics, Development Studies, Environmental Studies, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is required. Alternatively, three years of additional relevant experience beyond the minimum requirement may be considered.

Work experience: A minimum of three years of experience in community mobilization, and in applying questionnaires and interviews in Brazil is required. Previous experience working within the United Nations is considered desirable.

Skills: Good computer skills (Windows, Office packages, web search engines), proficiency with technological tools and online platforms, and knowledge of project management methodologies are required. Fluency in Portuguese is also necessary.

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