ABOUT SDSN
The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting the world.
ABOUT SDSN YOUTH
SDSN Youth is one of the initiatives of SDSN. It was launched in 2015 with a mission to empower youth globally to create sustainable development solutions. Since then, SDSN Youth is committed to supporting the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data, focusing on outreach of youth communities for raising awareness, capacity building of youth for sustainable development, and advocacy and collaboration.
ABOUT LPF
The Local Pathways Fellowship is a 12-month training program and peer-to-peer learning network that provides young urban innovators with the tools to design and implement programs that champion local pathways to sustainable development. By training and building their capabilities, we hope to empower a generation of youth who will work together with local authorities in planning, building and maintaining cities that are sustainable, inclusive and resilient.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Project Officer to spearhead the partnership & fundraising efforts in our Local Pathways Fellowship, to help scale the program and increase support for the Fellows. This role falls under the Admin & Management, within the Local Pathways Fellowship team - in which there are 3 pillars:
Content & Training → Training and upskilling our fellows so that they are able to localize SDG 11 in their city.
Visibility & Engagement → Bringing together a peer-to-peer network of young urban leaders and innovators that advance dialogue and demonstrates potential to implement the New Urban Agenda in fellow cities. Increasing LPF´s visibility and ensuring that the voice of young people is heard in international fora .
Admin & Management → Ensure that the program is contributing to the key priority areas, targets and overall goals of SDSN Youth and manage the program operations. Ensures the longevity of LPF. Enable the program to scale.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations
Partnerships
Please note: As a virtual network, it is IMPORTANT for Project Officer to communicate effectively with their respective team. In this vein, Project Officer will be expected to:
QUALIFICATIONS
The Project Officer will be someone who:
Minimum qualifications:
Preferred qualifications:
COMMITMENT
CONDITIONS
BENEFITS
In becoming part of the team as a Project Office, individuals will be responsible for fostering strong interest for the SDGs in order to drive youth-led and youth-focused solutions to the 2030 Agenda. This is an incredibly rewarding role that will enable Project Officers to develop their knowledge, harness their skills, and come across a series of life-changing opportunities that may include: