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Cities and Climate Change Consultant – Data, Monitoring, Reporting

United Nations, United Nations Human Settlements Programme

NairobiNot stated · Not statedCloses Thursday, 19 November 2026, 07:59 EATChecked 12 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is hiring a Cities and Climate Change Consultant for a contract based in Nairobi, Kenya. This role suits candidates with experience in urban planning, climate change, GIS, and data analysis who can support climate action monitoring and spatial data projects.

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What you will do

  • Complete the Urban Vulnerability Atlas, StoryMap, and Hub for all RISE UP cities with live data and approved documents.
  • Build and manage a document repository including training materials and climate action plans.
  • Draft integration texts for NDC, NAP, and NBSAP in urban reports.
  • Develop a concept note and prototype for spatial visualization of climate change impacts.
  • Test and report on the Atlas application for accessibility and performance.
  • Prepare handover materials and conduct user training sessions.
  • Lead monitoring and reporting on climate action plans and develop frameworks for data collection and analysis.
  • Manage and produce country and thematic fact sheets on NDC data using AI workflows.
  • Analyze and report on differences and relationships between NDCs, NBSAPs, and NAPs.

Requirements

  • Advanced university degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Urban Planning, Architecture, Environmental Management, Public Policy, or related field; or a first degree with two additional years of experience.
  • At least two years of experience in architecture, urban planning and design, project management, stakeholder engagement, GIS, and data management, preferably at the international level.
  • Experience in urban climate change mitigation or adaptation.
  • Proven skills in communicating and visualizing urban climate change knowledge.
  • Proven experience with GIS, data analysis, and data visualization.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English is required; knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
  • Experience in capacity development in an international environment is preferred.
  • Proven experience in urban planning or urban design is desirable.

How to apply

Apply on the employer's application page. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 19 November 2026.

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