GWOPA Knowledge Consultant

Result of ServiceThe candidate will contribute to an assessment of the EU WOP Programme phase I projects Work LocationHome-based Expected duration4 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the agency for human settlements mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. Together with governments, the agency is responsible for promoting and consolidating collaboration with all partners, including local authorities, private and non-governmental organizations in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Global Water Operators’ Partnerships Alliance (GWOPA) helps water and sanitation operators help one another. Led by UN-Habitat, it is an international network created in 2009 to support operators through Water Operator’s Partnerships (WOPs) – not-for-profit peer support partnerships between water and sanitation operators aimed at enhancing their capacity and performance to provide a better service to more people in support of the SDGs. The GWOPA Secretariat translates GWOPA’s mandate into strategies and programs. It implements, through collaboration with a range of partners, annual alliance work plans to help ensure WOPs are scaled up and are contributing to water and sanitation service providers’ improved capacity and performance. The GWOPA Secretariat is currently hosted by the Government of Germany. The EU-WOP programme is a WOP initiated funded by the European Commission Directorate General International Partnerships (DG INTPA) that is supporting Water Operators’ Partnerships in Africa, Latin America and Asia. An assessment of projects under the EU-WOP Phase I programme will be conducted in 2025. The Knowledge and Data Consultant reports to the Programme Management Officer of GWOPA, within the Urban Basic Services Section of the Urban Practices Branch. RESPONSIBILITIES WOP Assessment Working in close collaboration with the Lead Assessment Consultant, the Knowledge consultant will conduct the EU WOP Phase I Final Assessment process by preparing background research and analysis on documents, preparing and/or delivering inputs for assessment sessions, supporting the writing and preparation of the 22 EU WOP assessment reports. COMPETENCIES • Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to water and sanitation, urban planning and capacity development. Ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with 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. 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. Qualifications/special skillsAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in International Cooperation/Affairs, Development Studies, Urban Development, Development Planning, Water Engineering/Management or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. At least 5 years working in the field of international cooperation, preferably related to urban water and sanitation issues is required. Previous experience working with the UN or other bilateral/multilateral organizations in international cooperation is desirable Experience conducting research, and drafting reports or other knowledge outputs is desirable. Experience in data management, capacity building, knowledge management, partnerships, and utilities is required. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Working knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.