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Chief of Staff, D1 job at United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) | Apply Now
Nairobi, Kenya
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the UN agency for human settlements. It promotes socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities.
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Deadline:
2 Sept 2025
Job Title
Chief of Staff, D1 job at United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Job Description
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chief of Staff will play a key role in translating high-level strategic direction into actionable results across UN-Habitat’s divisions and field offices. The incumbent will identify and advise on emerging human settlement policy issues, draft policy briefs, oversee programme coordination, and ensure alignment of organizational outputs with UN-Habitat’s vision. The Chief of Staff will also coordinate reform processes in results-based management, resource planning, and organizational change. Additionally, the role involves building alliances with UN agencies, governments, NGOs, and other partners; supporting resource mobilization efforts; overseeing monitoring and evaluation; ensuring legal compliance; and managing staff within the Executive Director’s Office. The Chief of Staff will be a member of the UN-Habitat Senior Leadership Team.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Support the Executive Director in overall management and strategic leadership.
Identify and analyze emerging human settlement and urban development policy issues.
Draft policy briefs, speeches, and strategic papers for the Executive Director and leadership team.
Ensure strategic alignment of programmes, divisions, and field activities with organizational priorities.
Lead and coordinate reform processes in programme coordination, results-based management, and organizational change.
Provide strategic policy advice on programme design, implementation, and evaluation.
Oversee planning, reporting, and compliance with UN policies and procedures.
Build and maintain high-level partnerships with UN agencies, governments, municipalities, NGOs, academia, and the private sector.
Support fundraising and resource mobilization initiatives.
Coordinate reports to intergovernmental bodies on programme and budget performance.
Oversee monitoring, evaluation, knowledge management, and legal functions.
Formulate and manage the work programme of the Executive Director’s Office.
Recruit, manage, and mentor staff with attention to gender balance and geographic representation.
Ensure all outputs meet UN quality standards and mandates.
Promote data-driven decision-making and reporting through collection and analysis of key organizational data.
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Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Urban Development, Finance, Economics, Law, Social Sciences, or related field (Bachelor’s with 2 additional years of experience may be considered).
At least 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience in complex development operations, including 5 years in senior leadership.
International-level experience in urban development and human settlements programme management.
Proven experience managing complex reporting requirements and presenting to donors or high-level representatives.
Strong track record in partnership management and resource mobilization.
Experience in an international organization or within the UN system is desirable.
Knowledge of data analytics and application to planning and reporting is an asset.
Competencies: Professionalism, Accountability, Client Orientation, Leadership, Vision.
Languages: Fluency in English required; knowledge of another UN language desirable.
