Financial Consultancy: Instruments for Renovation of Vacant Spaces
Remote
| Employer: | Habitat for Humanity International |
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Habitat for Humanity International (EME) is seeking a skilled consultant to conduct vital research on financial tools for the renovation of vacant properties in Europe. This project offers the chance to identify and analyze successful strategies from across the European Union to address housing needs and revitalize communities. Are you a seasoned expert in financial policy and European markets with a commitment to impactful housing solutions? The primary objectives of this study are: • To identify and analyze financial instruments and mechanisms that facilitate the renovation of vacant spaces. • To map the existing frameworks for rent subsidies, rent setting, indexing, and regulation in the selected countries. • To evaluate government investments, including grants, equity shares, public loans, and operating subsidies for housing providers. • To assess the effectiveness of guarantees, mortgage insurance, and special-purpose financial intermediaries in supporting housing renovation. • To explore the role of revolving funds, subsidized loans for special purpose institutions, housing allowances, and bond schemes in facilitating housing renovations. • To compile best practices and case studies from EU countries that exemplify successful financial strategies for the renovation of vacant spaces. Required competencies and experience: It could be a consultancy company or a licensed freelance consultant. The consultant should have a combination of the following skills and competencies: • Strong expertise in market research and financial policy, • Minimum 5 years of experience in European markets, • At least 3 references from similar consulting assignments, • Fluency in English • Experience in housing, urban planning, or public policy is preferred Please read the full Terms of Reference here before applying. Submit your proposal (CV/company profile, references, technical and financial proposals) by June 23, 2025, to Zuzana Matlonova at [email protected] and Elena Milanovska at [email protected] . Please do NOT apply via "Apply now" button, apply only via email. | |