Local Implementation Specialist – CARDIO4Cities

Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, offers a vibrant and culturally rich environment that is generally safe and accessible. The city boasts a mild Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, making it comfortable for year-round living. Lisbon is known for its high safety standards, with a low crime rate compared to other major European cities. However, as in any urban area, standard precautions should be taken. The city is well-connected by air with Lisbon Airport, which serves numerous international destinations. Public transportation within Lisbon is efficient, encompassing a network of buses, trams, and a metro system. Lisbon is a cosmopolitan city with a relaxed dress code in most places. The cost of living in Lisbon is reasonable compared to other Western European capitals, but housing can be relatively expensive in the city center. Accommodation options vary from apartments to shared housing, catering to different budgets. Food, water, and electricity are readily available. Lisbon offers a variety of international and local cuisine, and supermarkets are well-stocked with a range of products. The city has excellent medical facilities, including hospitals and clinics with multilingual staff. EU residents can access health services using the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Lisbon has a robust banking system with numerous ATMs and branches throughout the city. The communications infrastructure is modern, with reliable internet and telecommunications services. Lisbon provides an enriching environment for international professionals. It combines a high quality of life with a rich cultural tapestry and dynamic social atmosphere. While the city is accommodating, it also requires a level of cultural awareness and adaptability. Prospective UN volunteers should be prepared for a bustling urban lifestyle that, while comfortable, demands flexibility and an open mind. UN Volunteer entitlements and allowances: The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service. Contingent on specific eligibility criteria, location of the volunteer assignment and contractual type and category, the payment of allowances will begin from the date of Commencement of Service For more information on entitlements please read the Condition of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos). For information specific to your assignment please see below: Please note that the amounts can vary according to fluctuations in the exchange rates . Monthly Living Allowance (Per month): EUR 1700.83 (apx.) Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 350 Exit allowance: USD 120 for each month served, paid upon completion of contract Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance Leave entitlements: Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month Certified sick leave: UN Volunteers are entitled to up to 30 days of certified sick leave based on a 12-month cycle. This amount is reset every 12-month cycle. Uncertified sick leave: 7 days for 12 months and 4 days for shorter assignments Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12 months (shorter assignments are prorated)