Background
information – Cities Alliance
Cities Alliance is a global partn...
Background
information – Cities Alliance
Cities Alliance is a global partnership for the
promotion of cities in poverty reduction and sustainable development.
Headquartered in Brussels and supported by a Secretariat, it is a unique
partnership with a diverse membership including – global organisations of local
authorities, national governments, international non-governmental
organisations, foundations, knowledge networks and multilateral organisations –
which have come together to strengthen both impacts and coherence in urban
development. Cities Alliance is a global leader, with a strong track record in
grant making, that supports strategic city planning, slum upgrading strategies
and national policies designed to make cities more inclusive and sustainable.
Members promote longer-term and integrated work programmes, while actively
promoting gender equality throughout all activities.
The Cities Alliance Secretariat is legally and
administratively hosted by UNOPS.
Background
information – UNOPS and ECR
UNOPS supports the successful implementation of
its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the
world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the
United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects,
infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. Working
in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance
sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our
partners’ expectations. With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries,
UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge
they need, wherever they need it. A flexible structure and global reach means
that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits
of economies of scale. The Cities Alliance reports to UNOPS through the Europe
and Central Asia Regional Office (ECR) which is based in Geneva.
Background
information – job specific
The Cities Alliance
Secretariat is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic and multi-skilled Programme
Assistant to join its team in Brussels at a time when it is launching a new 4-year
Strategic Plan (2018-2021). The Programme
Assistant will provide a range of support services to meet Cities Alliance
programme and business needs. The Programme Assistant will be an integral part
of the broader support team, working directly with urban development
specialists, and reporting to the Head of the Programme Unit. The Programme
Assistant will collaborate closely with the Senior Portfolio Specialist and the
Head of Finance and Operations.