Housing Accessibility Standards Specialist
United Nations Human Settlements Programme · MONTREAL · Apply by October 22, 2026
About this role
Result of Service The consultant will be responsible for contributing to the preparation of the Accessible-Ready Housing Guidance package and advocacy efforts, and for leading consultation and partner engagement processes. Under the guidance of the UN-Habitat Canada Office team, the consultant will ensure that the diverse perspectives and experiences of persons with disabilities meaningfully inform future refinement of the Accessible-Ready Housing Standard by managing co-creation activities, accessibility-focused policy analysis, and contributions to prototype development, checklists, and process maps. This contribution will support UN-Habitat Canada’s housing programme and contribute to national and global knowledge exchange on accessible housing and standards development. Work Location Montreal Expected duration 6 months Duties and Responsibilities UN-Habitat is the 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. UN-Habitat Canada Office strengthens the organization’s mission by serving as a focal point for partnerships, applied…