About Us
UN-Habitat supports countries to implement the urban dimensions of the sustainable development agenda to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. We focus on four main domains of change: Reduced spatial inequality and poverty in communities across the urban-rural continuum; enhanced shared prosperity for cities and regions; strengthened climate action and improved urban environment; and effective urban crises prevention and response.
About the Role
UN-Habitat’s Canada Office is hiring a Housing Policy Specialist to support applied research, data management, and evidence-based inputs on international housing policy. The role contributes to strengthening the office’s housing program, advancing comparative research across OECD and global contexts, and supporting intergovernmental work on adequate housing for all. Responsibilities include designing research methodologies, drafting analytical papers and policy briefs, consolidating knowledge products, preparing case studies, and supporting expert working group meetings and global policy dialogues.
International Candidates
This job is available for international candidates.