Associate Programme Management Officer – Fixed Term (P2)

About the role

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN‑Habitat) is seeking an Associate Programme Management Officer (P2) on a fixed‑term basis to support the Planning and Finance Section of the Global Solutions Division in Nairobi. The officer will contribute to the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes that promote sustainable urban planning, municipal finance and the humanitarian‑development nexus.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, coordination and execution of urban‑settlement programmes and projects.
• Monitor programme performance, collect data and prepare analytical reports for senior management.
• Support the development and dissemination of planning tools, standards and methodologies.
• Facilitate collaboration with member states, humanitarian partners and development actors.
• Contribute to capacity‑building activities and training for staff and partners.
• Ensure compliance with UN‑Habitat policies, financial regulations and procurement rules.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in urban planning, development studies, public administration or a related field.
• Relevant experience in programme management, monitoring and evaluation of development or humanitarian projects.
• Knowledge of urban and territorial planning, municipal finance and the humanitarian‑development nexus.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing abilities.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract within a leading UN agency.
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact urban development initiatives.
• Professional development and training in a multicultural environment.