Urban and Territorial Planning Specialist

About the role

The Urban and Territorial Planning Specialist will provide technical assistance to the UN‑Habitat Andean Countries Hub, supporting sustainable urban development initiatives across Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. Reporting to the Hub Coordinator and the ROLAC Regional Director, the consultant will prepare monthly management reports and ensure alignment with UN‑Habitat’s corporate priorities.

Key responsibilities

• Inform and validate project progress, reviewing technical reports, methodologies, planning instruments and policy papers for consistency and quality.
• Lead the development of analytical frameworks, tools and implementation strategies for territorial planning, urban governance, resilience and housing.
• Provide high‑level advisory services to project teams, government counterparts and development partners on land‑management and metropolitan development.
• Oversee technical implementation, supervise consultant assignments, and ensure deliverables meet UN standards for transparency, gender equality and environmental sustainability.
• Promote knowledge management by documenting best practices, validating publications and facilitating knowledge exchange across the Andean region.

Required profile

• Senior professional with extensive experience in urban and territorial planning.
• Proven track record in international development or UN‑system projects.
• Ability to produce high‑quality technical reports, methodological guidance and policy recommendations.
• Familiarity with the New Urban Agenda, Sustainable Development Goals and UN‑Habitat approaches.