SDG Localization Expert Consultant at UN-Habitat

The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks: 

• Provide technical support and expertise for the implementation of the Ghana Smart SDG Cities project  
• Provide technical support to the development and future implementation of the Women Led Cities Initiative 
• Provide technical expertise in developing and reviewing the SDG Cities methodology developed by the team 
• Develop relevant tools and guidance to support implementation according to the SDG Cities methodology 
• Provide substantive guidance in the development and implementation of trainings and capacity building on SDG Cities tools in collaboration with the Team members, specifically directed to local consultants, ROs, COs, and other interested partners
• Research on a regular basis about innovative and effective tools and platforms for data analysis and management, including the attendance of relevant trainings Identify and establish opportunities for collaboration amongst other teams working on SDG localization, local governments and multilevel governance.  
• Reporting Line.  
• This post is located the Urban Practices Branch of UN-Habitat and specifically within its SDG localization and local governments team.
• The incumbent will be supervised by Mr. Martino Miraglia, the Human Settlements Officer coordinating the work of the team, and under direct supervision of the Chief of the Urban Practices Branch. 
• The expert will work in proximity to the other members of the team as well as other units, sections and offices across the Agency.

Qualifications/special skills

• Bachelor’s degree in information management, business analysis, project management, international development, or other related fields is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant working experience on issues related to sustainable development, urban planning, local development and project management is required.
• Working experience on the Agenda 2030 and the local implementation of the SDGs will be highly valued.

Deadline : Aug 17, 2025