Organization Mission

The UN-Habitat’s vision of “a better quality of life for all in an urbanizing world” is bold and ambitious. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty.

Context

The UN-Habitat’s vision of “a better quality of life for all in an urbanizing world” is bold and ambitious. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty. UN-Habitat works in over 90 countries to promote transformative change in cities and human settlements through knowledge, policy advice, technical assistance and collaborative action.

Key Responsibilities

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Programme Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Program Assistant will:

• Assist the office team in the collection and analysis of urban development data at national and territorial levels.
• Help identify areas for collaboration with key actors in UN-Habitat programmes, including national and local institutions, UN agencies, development partners, and civil society.
• Support the drafting of working documents, such as concept notes, project presentations, terms of reference, and other technical materials.
• Contribute to the improvement of the national office’s work plan and strategic programming tools.
• Support the design of training programmes and materials related to local governance and capacity-building.
• Contribute to the planning, organization, and implementation of events (meetings, workshops, conferences, expert group meetings, etc.), and assist in the follow-up of recommendations.
• Contribute to awareness-raising and advocacy efforts, including the production of visibility materials, outreach tools, social media content, and knowledge products.
• Support stakeholder engagement through the preparation of meeting minutes, briefing notes, reports, and follow-up documentation to ensure effective coordination with partners.
• Contribute to activity-related communication and coordination with the Regional Office for Arab States (ROAS), UN-Habitat headquarters, and national partners.
• Conduct research on urban planning, design, and resilience, and compile relevant case studies, best practices, and international benchmarks.
• Perform any other duties necessary to ensure the programme’s sustainability, visibility, effectiveness, and growth.

Required Skills and Experience

• At least 3 years of professional work experience, at the national and/or international level, in urban development, experience working in the UN or other international development organization is an asset;
• Required technical knowledge in the field of urban planning
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Sound security awareness;
• Have affinity with or interest in sustainable urban development, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism
• Self-management

Living Conditions

Rabat, the capital, is a peaceful city. People are friendly to visitors. Services in terms of banking, transportation, health and communications are easily-available. Road network is good both in terms of spread and quality of the roads. Public transportation in is limited. Taxis are relatively cheap and easily available. There are a number of shopping malls, restaurants, gyms, and cinemas although COVID19 sanitary measures are in application. A large variety of accommodation options can be found. There are no specific security threats.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.

Entitlements related to the volunteering position:

1. Pre-assignment
Entry lump sum: USD 400
Relocation costs: $200 at beginning and end of assignment if duty station is outside of commuting distance (as determined by UNV)

2. During assignment
Volunteer living allowance: MAD 12721.16
Learning: Access to UNV”s learning and career development resources
Annual leave: 2.5 days per month
Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for health, life and malicious acts for the UN Volunteer and health insurance – Coverage for up to 3 eligible dependents. See the Conditions of Service for more details on eligibility criteria.

3. End of assignment
Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment): MAD 1060.1 for each month served, paid on completion of contract.