Landscape Architect/Designer at UN-Habitat

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Kenya UN-Habitat Full time

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all
Responsibilities
Under the administrative and programmatic guidance of the Programme Manager, the Landscape Architect/Designer will play a pivotal role in achieving the following objectives:

Engage in public consultations, conducting individual meetings and community sessions to identify and prioritize project interventions based on community needs, available resources, and the potential impacts of proposed interventions.
Design the public space with a focus on community needs aiming for an inclusive, safe and accessible public space.
Develop sketches, sections and plans using computer-aided design programs.
Prepare specifications, project costing, review shop drawings, and provide construction administration support.
Analyze environmental reports, incorporating acquired knowledge into designs and plans.
Understand the implications of proposed designs in for social, economic and environmental impacts at the project level,
Ensuring compliance through formal processes and approvals from relevant authorities.
Coordinate role players, meetings, and procedures, facilitating the integration and dissemination of project information.

Qualifications/special skills

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Urban Design, Architecture, Engineering or related field is required.
A first-level university degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Urban Design, Architecture, Engineering or related field in combination with two [2] additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in architecture, construction, public space, and landscape design in the context of human settlement/ urban development sectors is required.
Experience working in an international organization/ non-governmental organization is highly desirable. Proficiency in CAD, Photoshop, Sketchup and rendering software experience is desirable.
Knowledge of landscape architecture disciplines or practices including the ability to apply appropriate methods, procedures and techniques within a defined context is desirable.

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