Local Mobiliser
United Nations · Rio de Janeiro, RJ, BR
Result of Service The consultant shall duly and timely perform his/her obligations, under this Terms of Reference, and will work in close collaboration with the UN\-Habitat’s operational and technical teams. Work Location Santo André (SP), Brazil Expected duration Six (6\) months, with possibility of extension Duties and Responsibilities Background The main mandate of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN\-Habitat) is to promote sustainable development of human settlements and policies conducive to adequate housing for all. Within this framework, UN\-Habitat supports central and state governments, as well as local authorities and other partners for the implementation of the Habitat Agenda, the 2030 Agenda with the Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda. UN\-Habitat helps the urban poor by transforming cities into safer, more inclusive, compact, integrated, resilient and connected places with better opportunities where everyone can live with dignity. It works with organizations at every level, including all spheres of government, civil society, and the private sector to help build, manage, plan and finance sustainable urban development. The Regional Office for Latin American and the Caribbean – ROLAC – is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Agency puts emphasis in developing and managing activities in the host country. Indeed, for the past years, UN\-Habitat has expanded its portfolio in Brazil by working with the three tiers of government to support the formulation and implementation of more effective, sustainable, participative, and socially fairer urban economic, social, and environmental policies. The Periferia Viva Program was launched by the Federal Government as part of the New Growth Acceleration Program for Favela Urbanization. The objective of the Program is to coordinate public policies and strengthen grassroots initiatives in peripheral territories, aiming to improve living conditions, particularly in the program’s key areas: urban infrastructure, social facilities, social and community empowerment, innovation, technology, and opportunities. Within the partnership of the Periferia Viva Program, UN\-Habitat is set to support the Municipality of Santo André, in São Paulo. Despite its relevant economic role in the ABC Region and its metropolitan area, Santo André, with 748,919 dwellers, has at least 27\.8% households located in precarious and/or subnormal settlements, housing 31\.8% of the municipal population. One of the largest of these areas, and part of the scope of the project, is the “Núcleo Nova Centreville”, with approximately 1,374 residents. Through the Municipal Secretariat of Urban Development and Housing, UN\-Habitat seeks to promote socio\-territorial transformation ensuring the local population’s right to adequate housing through a set of interventions that includes a comprehensive infrastructure improvements – paving, sewage systems, micro\-drainage, and access to the official electricity grid – and the requalification of public spaces. To properly implement the Periferia Viva – Santo André/Nova Centreville project and the social work that will follow the improvements, a Local Mobiliser is required. Report to UN\-Habitat Manager The Local Mobiliser reports to the Head of Brazil Office, who will evaluate him/her. Responsibilities The Local Mobiliser will support the implementation of the programme, and its related social work activities, with the following responsibilities: a) Promote the participation and engagement of people living in the community. b) Support the organization and holding of meetings, workshops, assemblies, and other spaces for social participation in the community. c) Clearly and efficiently communicate project information to the community, ensuring that everyone is aware of project activities. d) Promote active community participation in decision\-making and project implementation, strengthening the sense of belonging. e) Publicize the programme in the communities. f) Attend project meetings whenever called upon. g) Participate in local meetings as requested. h) Ensure that the technical activities are aligned with the quality expectations of the Agency and the counterparts. i) Perform other duties which may be requested by the supervisor. j) Elaborate and deliver a Monthly Activity Report in a timely manner. The consultant will be responsible for completing all courses and training activities that are indicated to him/her by his/her supervisor. The security course BSAFE, from UNDSS, is required to be accredited during the first month of employment. The consultant will be responsible for his/her own security, so the person should get familiarized with United Nations security mechanisms and comply with them according to the Framework of Accountability for the United Nations Security Management System. Outputs/Work Assignment The consultant shall be paid a monthly allowance, upon presentation and approval by the Head of Brazil Office of