Principal Environmental Specialist - AFDB

• Grade: PL-4
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/008
• Publication date: 15/02/2011
• Closing date: 01/03/2011

Objectives

The main objectives of the Natural Resources and Environmental Management Division under the Agriculture and Agro-Industry Department are to contribute to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) Nº7 by reversing the loss of natural resources and environmental degradation, with the aim of achieving environmental sustainability. In so doing, the Division promotes sustainable livelihoods and improvement of socio-economic conditions through policies and investments that promote sustainable protection and use of natural resources. The Division is also responsible for safeguarding Bank operations against environmental and social risks. It addresses environmental and social issues by integrating them into operations through the use of environmental and social management tools and guided by the Bank’s Safeguards and Disclosure Policies. These tools include Strategic and Social Impact Assessments, Environmental and Social Impact Assessments, Environmental and Social Management Plans, Environmental and Social Audits and Resettlement Action Plans.

Duties and responsibilities

: Under the supervision of the Division Manager, OSAN.4, the core duties and responsibilities of the Principal Environmental Specialist will include:

• Mainstreaming Environmental and Social Aspects into Agriculture and Natural Resources Management Operations:
  • Screen programs and projects to identify the nature and level of environmental and social risks in agriculture and natural resources management projects, and recommend appropriate environmental and social management tools to avoid or mitigate the risks;
  • Integrate environmental and social development issues into agriculture and natural resources management programs and projects during the identification, preparation, appraisal, and supervision stages of the project cycle;
  • Provide policy and operational guidance to Task Managers on environmental and social development issues to enhance the environmental and social performance of agriculture and natural resources management operations;
  • Provide expert advice and technical support to Clients on the preparation of necessary environmental and social management tools in compliance with the Bank’s Safeguard and Disclosure Policies.
• Operations:
  • Contribute technical inputs in preparation of country strategy papers and portfolio reviews in relation to Environment and Natural Resources Management sectors;
  • Lead project teams or participate in identification, preparation, appraisal and supervision of Environment and Natural Resources Managements programs and projects;
• Knowledge Management:
  • Contribute to knowledge management, research and analysis of selected environment and natural resources management issues in support of the Economic and Sector Work.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• At least a Master’s degree in Environment Engineering, Environmental Planning and Management or related disciplines;
• Preferably a minimum of six (6) years relevant professional experience in carrying out environmental and impact assessments, development of NRM operations, policy formation, capacity building and project management in agricultural and natural resources management sectors;
• Proven ability to conceptualize, design and implement projects and produce project reports;
• Proven ability for team-working and multi-tasking; great facilitation, presentation, communication and computational skills; resourcefulness, attention to details and client orientation;
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office application; knowledge of SAP a plus;
• Capacity to communicate and write effectively in English or French; good working knowledge of the other language.

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To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.

• Submitted by: M. YOUSSOUF, Division Manager, CHRM.1
• Approved by: G. ARCHER-DAVIES, Director, CHRM

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs