Landscape Architect/Designer - Nairobi, Kenya - UN-Habitat
Description
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Nairobi is the headquarters duty station for the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) the United Nations agency mandated with ensuring better urban future by promoting socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements development and the achievement sustainable development goal 11 (SDG 11). Although the mandate of UN-Habitat is global, the agency has placed special emphasis on working for the benefit of the host country through contributing to Kenya's development priorities in a variety of ways. UN-Habitat Regional Office in Africa (ROAf) located in Nairobi, Kenya, is supporting priorities of member states and governments to achieve sustainable urban development. Implementation of Kenya programmes is carried out within the ROAf.
JOB SUMMARY
Qualifications/special skillsAdvanced 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.
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.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Construction management, Architectural planning and design, Landscape design, Design Thinking
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Post-graduate education