UN jobs in Brazil 🇧🇷

Senior Urban Solid Waste Management Consultant

United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇧🇷 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Senior Urban Solid Waste Management Consultant to support the review of the Rio de Janeiro State Solid Waste Plan (PERS-RJ). The consultant will conduct diagnostic analyses of urban solid waste systems, including waste generation, collection, transport, treatment, and disposal, while identifying environmental liabilities and service coverage gaps. Key responsibilities include developing technical work plans, preparing preliminary and in-depth diagnostic reports, and supporting social participation processes. The role requires close collaboration with UN-Habitat teams and other project consultants, with a focus on integrating solid waste management with broader urban development goals. The consultant will work remotely but may be required to attend in-person activities in Rio de Janeiro. The position demands extensive experience in municipal solid waste management and planning, with a strong emphasis on technical analysis, stakeholder coordination, and report writing.

Technical Consultant (Participatory Workshops)

United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇧🇷 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Technical Consultant to facilitate nine participatory workshops in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, focusing on the revision of the city's Sustainable Development and Climate Action Plan. The consultant will develop a detailed work plan, coordinate and facilitate workshops with diverse stakeholders including civil society, academia, and government officials, design participatory methodologies, document workshop outcomes, and present findings to UN-Habitat and the Municipality. The role requires extensive experience in participatory urban design projects in Brazil, alignment with the 2030 Agenda and New Urban Agenda, and strong facilitation and communication skills. The consultant will report to the Head of Brazil Office and must be fluent in Portuguese with working knowledge of Spanish and English.

Senior Resource Mobilization and Project Development Officer (P)

International Organization for Migration · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The Senior Resource Mobilization and Project Development Officer leads project development and donor liaison activities for IOM's Brazil Country Office. Key responsibilities include designing resource mobilization strategies, building relationships with traditional and non-traditional donors, identifying funding opportunities, and coordinating project development with internal units and partners. The role involves strategic planning, donor engagement, proposal development, and maintaining donor databases. The officer also advises senior leadership on funding trends and positions IOM within the evolving financing landscape. They deputize for the Chief of Mission and support fundraising activities including donor briefings and presentations. The position requires strong analytical, interpersonal, and project development skills with experience in international development and humanitarian sectors.

UN Women - Consultoria Nacional de Gestão de Projetos (Responsabilidade Social Corporativa)

UN Women · 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

UN Women is seeking two national consultants for project management and implementation support of the 'Mulher+Tech' initiative in Brazil. This initiative aims to reduce gender digital gaps by providing digital literacy training combined with women's rights education to 1,300 women across 10 cities. The consultants will support project implementation, monitoring, evaluation, financial management, reporting, knowledge management, and stakeholder engagement. They will work remotely from São Paulo with potential for occasional in-person meetings and travel. The role requires extensive experience in social project management with remote execution capabilities, strong financial and monitoring skills, and expertise in gender-responsive programming. The consultants will report to the Private Sector Programs Analyst and work closely with the Programs Associate.

UN Women - Consultoria Nacional para apoio técnico ao Projeto “Empoderando Mulheres Empreendedoras e Agricultores Familiares por meio da Bioeconomia em Rondônia”

UN Women · 🇧🇷 Brazil

UN Women seeks a consultant to provide technical support for the project 'Empowering Women Entrepreneurs and Family Farmers through Bioeconomy in Rondônia.' The role involves supporting project implementation, monitoring, and reporting in Rondônia, Brazil. Responsibilities include facilitating governance of coffee and cocoa value chains with gender sensitivity, strengthening capacities of state and institutional actors, supporting women and family farmers, and contributing to project documentation and advocacy. The consultant will work remotely with occasional travel to project municipalities. The position requires a bachelor's degree in relevant fields, minimum 3 years of professional experience in gender equality, race, and ethnicity issues, 2 years of technical support experience to governments or international organizations, and 2 years of experience in report writing and technical documentation. Portuguese fluency required; English intermediate reading/writing desirable.

Analista Técnico em Refrigeração e Ar Condicionado (RAC) (Office Based) [Open to internal and external applicants]

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The Technical Analyst in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) supports the implementation, monitoring, and management of projects related to the Montreal Protocol in Brazil, specifically focusing on phasing out HCFCs and HFCs. The role involves technical assistance in project management, monitoring, and reporting, including supporting project planning, procurement processes, and technical documentation. The analyst will work in Brasília, Brazil, and collaborate with stakeholders including government agencies, partners, and donors. Responsibilities include analyzing technical data, preparing reports, supporting procurement processes, and contributing to policy and strategy development for sustainable refrigeration practices. The position requires a strong background in engineering, particularly in refrigeration and air conditioning systems, with experience in sustainable technologies and environmental projects.

Strategic Engagement Advisor

United Nations Environment Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The Strategic Engagement Advisor supports the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Brazil by engaging stakeholders to advance energy transition goals and economic diversification. Key responsibilities include facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues, monitoring policy developments, contributing to technical reports and policy advice, and coordinating with government, academic, and civil society partners. The role requires strategic engagement with key actors to align energy transition pathways with national policies such as Plano Clima and the National Energy Transition Plan. The incumbent will work closely with UNEP, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MMA), and partners like UNICAMP and BOGA to support Brazil's transition away from fossil fuels and its COP30 Presidency. The position is based in Brasília, Brazil, with a 6-month duration.

Special Vacancy Notice: Project Officer

International Organization for Migration · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The Project Officer will provide oversight and coordinate IOM Brazil's Counter Trafficking (CT), Integrated Border Governance (IBG), and Resettlement and Movement Management (RMM) portfolio. Key responsibilities include managing project implementation, coordinating with donors and stakeholders, preparing reports, and supporting Afghan migration response efforts including visa issuance and community sponsorship programs. The role requires strong project management skills, experience working with vulnerable populations, and the ability to coordinate across multiple organizations and government entities.

Associado (a) de Negócios (2 vagas) (Home Based) - [Open to internal and external applicants]

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The Business Associate (2 vacancies) role supports the Justice 4.0 program, a digital transformation initiative between the National Council of Justice (CNJ) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Brazil. The position involves supporting requirement gathering from users, defining functional and non-functional requirements, and using development processes and tools to produce defined artifacts. Key responsibilities include facilitating communication between business areas, product owners, and project teams; analyzing business processes; defining and documenting requirements; supporting project planning and management; implementing, monitoring, and supporting developed solutions; and assisting in meetings and documentation. The role requires working from home (home based) and reports to the UNDP Project Manager and Technical Coordinator. The position demands strong analytical and communication skills, experience in business analysis and requirements definition, and familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools.

Junior Project Assistant (Protection) - Boa Vista

International Organization for Migration · 🇧🇷 Brazil

The Junior Project Assistant (Protection) supports the Protection unit in Boa Vista, Roraima, under the supervision of the Senior Protection Associate. Key responsibilities include assisting in planning, implementing, and monitoring administrative, financial, and operational IOM protection activities related to migrants, including GBV, child protection, trafficking in persons, and mental health support. The role involves conducting protection needs assessments, strengthening SOPs, preparing reports, facilitating capacity-building activities, supporting the Relocation Strategy, and participating in protection working groups. The position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience working in multicultural teams. Fluency in Portuguese and Spanish is required, with English being desirable.

Assistente de Gestão da Informação (1 vaga) (Office Based) [Open to internal & external applicants]

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The Information Management Assistant supports the management of information within the UNDP's 'Strengthening and Monitoring Actions for Innovation and Improvement of the Penal and Socioeducational Systems' project. The role involves managing digital documents, organizing knowledge, supporting reporting and accountability, monitoring data, and providing technical support to project teams. The position requires experience in document management, information management, or knowledge management related to public policy projects. The role is based in the office and is open to internal and external applicants. The position supports the project's goal of strengthening judicial systems and monitoring interventions in line with national and international human rights principles.

Specialist Course Instructor (Sessions 2 and 8)

United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇧🇷 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Specialist Course Instructor to deliver two virtual training sessions (Sessions 2 and 8) of a 9-session course on 'Integrated Territorial Planning: Strategies for Municipal Resilience.' The course focuses on climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction, targeting public officials from municipalities in Rio de Janeiro and state government staff. Sessions 2 and 8 cover 'Governance, Climate Justice, Popular Participation and Social Communication' and 'Living with Risk: Risk Management and Disaster Reduction Tools,' respectively. The instructor must develop training materials, deliver sessions via Zoom, facilitate interactive learning, and provide post-session follow-up. The role requires a bachelor's degree in relevant fields or 3 years of relevant technical experience, with 4 years of professional teaching/facilitation experience in Brazil, and experience in territorial/environmental planning and climate adaptation projects. The consultant works remotely from Brazil, reports to the Head of Brazil Office, and must comply with UN security standards.

Specialist Course Instructor (Session 9)

United Nations Human Settlements Programme · 🇧🇷 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) seeks a Specialist Course Instructor to deliver one of nine virtual sessions on 'Integrated Territorial Planning: Strategies for Municipal Resilience' in Brazil. The role involves designing and delivering a 2.5-hour session on 'Sustainable Interventions in Infrastructure and Housing' focusing on green infrastructure, SBNs, and urbanization. The instructor will develop training materials, create PowerPoint presentations, facilitate interactive sessions via Zoom, and provide post-session follow-up. The position requires a bachelor's degree in relevant fields or 3 years of relevant technical experience, with minimum 4 years of professional teaching experience in Brazil, and experience in territorial and environmental planning, climate adaptation projects, and multilevel climate policies. The instructor must be fluent in Portuguese and have experience in capacity building for public sector staff.

Project Manager (Open to Internal and External Applicants)

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The Project Manager will support the implementation of the 2025 Mayors Challenge project in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, focusing on data-driven public policy methodology to anticipate citizen needs and proactively offer services. The role involves day-to-day coordination and management support to ensure effective implementation, institutional alignment, reporting, and sustainability of the project. Key responsibilities include project coordination with Rio City Hall and UNDP stakeholders, strategic and operational planning, monitoring and reporting, institutional articulation, and knowledge building. The position requires strong project management skills, experience in public sector coordination, and familiarity with technology-enabled public service initiatives. The incumbent will report to the Advisor, Cities and Local Governments, based in UNDP HQ in New York.

Analista de Infraestrutura (Office Based) [Open to Tiers 1 and 2]

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The UNDP Brazil Office seeks an Infrastructure Analyst to support technical advisory and operational functions related to infrastructure development and public-private partnerships (PPPs). The role involves providing technical assistance to the National Secretariat of Funds and Financial Instruments of the Ministry of Integration and Regional Development, focusing on governance, project structuring, and implementation of regional development funds, particularly the Sustainable Regional Infrastructure Development Fund (FDIRS). Responsibilities include analyzing project viability, standardizing governance processes, supporting contract drafting, and contributing to institutional strengthening. The position requires a strong background in infrastructure, PPPs, and public policy, with experience in project development and financial analysis. The role is office-based in Brazil and reports to the Unit Coordinator for Decentralized Cooperation and Territorial Development.

Investment Analyst – Investment Operations & Strategy, Brazil

World Bank Group · 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

Associado Arquiteto de Soluções (Office Based) [Open to Tiers 1 and 2]

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking an Associate Solutions Architect (Office Based) for the BRA/24/010 project, a partnership with Brazil's Intelligence Agency (ABIN) and the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC/MRE). The role focuses on supporting the development of a digital platform for the Brazilian Intelligence System (Sisbin), with responsibilities including technical solution design, architecture planning, project management, documentation, and stakeholder coordination. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT project management, digital transformation, and solution architecture, with a strong understanding of business processes and technology integration. The position requires a minimum of 7 years of professional experience with a high school diploma or 4 years with a bachelor's degree in relevant fields. The role involves working closely with ABIN, the University of Ceará (UFC), Serpro, and UNDP teams to deliver innovative technological solutions aligned with institutional objectives and compliance standards.

Associate Investment Officer, Corporate Finance Services (CFS), LAC

World Bank Group · 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

Analista Desenvolvedor Frontend Sênior (2 vagas) (Home Based) - [Open to internal and external applicants]

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

The Senior Frontend Developer will work under project management supervision to develop user interface solutions for the Justiça 4.0 digital transformation program of the Brazilian Judiciary. The role involves close collaboration with focal points at the National Justice Council and UNDP, coding frontend artifacts using Angular, TypeScript, and the UIKit framework. Responsibilities include developing automated tests, supporting project planning and backlog prioritization, assisting in implementation and technical support, and contributing to structural solutions within the project. The candidate will apply best practices and methodologies established by CNJ and UNDP, and may perform other related tasks as required. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work in an agile environment, with experience in cloud computing, containerization, and project lifecycle tools considered advantageous. Fluency in Portuguese is required, with English proficiency as a plus. The role supports UNDP’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and involves working on a high-impact digital justice initiative aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Project Analyst – Technical Coordination and Institutional Innovation (Office Based) [Open to internal and external applicants]

United Nations Development Programme · 🇧🇷 Fortaleza, Brazil

The Project Analyst – Technical Coordination and Institutional Innovation will support the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Brazil's project 'Strengthening Innovation and Effectiveness in the Federal Justice System for a People-Centered Justice.' The role involves strategic coordination across thematic axes, supervision of consultants and technical teams, and facilitation of planning, innovation, and decision-making processes. Responsibilities include monitoring project implementation, leading strategic planning using methodologies like Design Thinking, managing team performance, supporting high-level decision-making, coordinating institutional partnerships, promoting institutional innovation, and managing knowledge and technical documentation. The position requires strong project management, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills.