We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our initiatives in urban and regional development. As an expert in this field, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of communities worldwide.
The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in regional and urban development, urban buildings and social infrastructure, economic development, and disaster risk management. They should also possess a Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree relevant to the topic.
Key areas of focus include:
* Urban planning, urban renewal, and regeneration
* Transition to climate-neutral economy and environmental sustainability
* Carbon-neutral cities
* Land use and transport integration
* Transit-oriented development
* Sustainable urban mobility plans
* Smart cities
* Eco-districts
* Brownfield regeneration
* Cultural heritage
* Urban/regional climate mitigation & adaptation
* Territorial governance mechanisms and partnerships
* Territorial just transition plans and similar, territorial impact assessment
Additionally, the successful candidate will have expertise in urban buildings and social infrastructure in the context of integrated urban/regional development, including:
* Urban infrastructure
* Municipal utilities
* Green buildings
* Buildings of public administrations and public service organizations/institutions
* Business infrastructure (e.g., production facilities, commonly used facilities, business parks, industrial zones, logistics facilities, science parks, research centers, office buildings, warehouses, etc.)
* Re-purposing of abandoned buildings, mining sites, lands, and stranded assets
* Education facilities (e.g., kindergartens, schools, and universities)
* Hospital and healthcare buildings
* Tourism infrastructure and assets, shopping centers, cultural buildings, sport and recreation facilities, parking facilities and similar
The selected individual will also possess skills in economic development, including:
* Tourism development
* Access to finance
* Employment creation and preservation
* Skills development (e.g., re-skilling and up-skilling)
* Productive investments in large enterprises
* Sectorial competitiveness
* Industry restructuring, clustering and similar
Furthermore, they should have expertise in disaster risk management, including all stages of the DRM-cycle (prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery) in relation to natural and man-made disasters.
Experience working with EU, EIB, WB, etc. financed projects is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate will be fluent in English (CEFR C1) and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
This role offers the opportunity to work on various projects and contribute to the development of sustainable communities.
We look forward to hearing from experienced professionals who share our passion for urban and regional development.
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