Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist (R-4 CACE)

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Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist (R-4 CACE)

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Experience

10 Year

Employee type

Contract

Position

Experienced Professional

Offer Salary

Attractive

Job Description

The Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist will be responsible for assessing, managing, and monitoring environmental and social risks and impacts of development projects.

Qualification

BA or MA Degree in Environmental Studies, Sociology, Economics, Development Studies, or related fields

Required Work Experience

  • Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience for BA degree holders
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience for MA degree holders
  • Experience in government institutions, major companies, or NGOs
  • At least 5 years of experience in social and environmental standards and impact assessment
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing safeguard standards in development projects
  • Track record in assessing, managing, and monitoring project-level environmental and social risks
  • Experience implementing safeguards policies, guidelines, and frameworks in large-scale development projects
  • Prior experience in World Bank–funded projects is an advantage
  • Experience working with NGOs, private sector, international organizations, development partners, and government institutions
  • Experience in emergency projects is an added advantage

Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong technical background in environmental and social safeguards
  • Familiarity with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cultural heritage, including chance find procedures
  • Strong partnership skills and ability to work independently with limited supervision
  • Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and monitor work plans
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including report writing and presentations
  • Excellent communication skills, especially in presenting analysis results to management
  • Proficiency in computerized systems, spreadsheets, and databases

Language Requirements

  • Excellent command of English
  • Fluency in Amharic and Afaan Oromo

Application Procedure

  • Interested applicants should submit:
  • Expression of Interest
  • Recent and comprehensive CV
  • Application letter
  • Relevant supporting documents

📍 Submission Address:
Attn: Fikadu Gilo - Human Resources & Capacity Building Directorate Director                                                  lijalem wagari - Channel one programs coordinator
Oromia Regional State Finance Bureau
Addis Ababa (Finfinne)

📞 Telephone: 1115 157350
🌍 Country: Ethiopia

Additional Information

  • Further information can be obtained during office hours:
  • Morning: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Afternoon: 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
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