Within delegated authority, the Associate Project Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

– Manage the day-to-day project implementation of the Just Transitions project in Ukraine. – Supervise the Project Assistant. – Support the hiring and management of consultants that will support specific activities in Ukraine on urban recovery, impact assessments, data platforms and data governance. – Coordinate with implementing partners and contractors on specific activities related to urban planning, urban recovery, and digital development.

– Develop and organize workshops with relevant stakeholders. – Collect and analyze relevant data and formulate ideas for further research and publication of findings. – Liaise with national, regional, and local government partners on relevant project activities, maintaining close working relations. – Contribute to the broader engagement of UN-Habitat in Ukraine, including engage with national and local government counter parts, UN agencies and INGOs active in Ukraine and relevant civil society actors, relevant for UN-Habitat’s Crisis Response Framework.

– Develop methodologies and implementation activities in an innovative and progressive manner, paying special attention to stakeholders needs and requirements. – Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. – Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. – Performs other related work as required.

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field relating to digital transformation in urban contexts.

Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.

Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in fields of Urban Planning; Regional Planning; Architecture; Environment; Environmental Management; Geography; Project Management; Computer Science, Digital Technologies or related area is required.

A first-level university degree in combination with (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable

A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration, digital development or related area is required. Experience of working with digital data, mapping and digital innovation is required.

International experience within the field of urban and spatial planning is desirable. Experience with innovative participatory planning approaches and modern planning techniques is desirable. Experience with European trends and concepts in planning is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Ukrainian (both oral and written) is desirable.