Project Coordinator – ESG

3 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya World Vision Kenya Full time

World Vision is an international Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation working in almost 100 countries world-wide to create lasting change in the lives of children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.


Key Responsibilities:
Program Planning, Implementation & Monitoring

Carbon Development

Provide support to the development of the program's carbon development outcomes as contained in the programme's Logical Framework (LF) and Detailed Implementation Plans (DIPs) including Project Design Document, validation, verification and other carbon related matters.

Coordinate stakeholder mapping, analysis, engagement and reporting according to applicable carbon standard at all levels of the project cycle including but not limited to FPIC, contracting farmer groups and distribution of revenue generated from carbon credits.

Contribute technical expertise toward monitoring, annual reporting, development of monitoring reports and disseminate lessons learned to the programme staff.

Timely source, synthesize, package, store and disseminate carbon-related documents to different project stakeholders while Ensuring compliance with funder requirements, contract terms, and environmental guidelines;

Environmental & Social Governance (ESG)

Ensure implementation and effective monitoring of the Programme's Environmental and Social Governance policies and protocols.

In collaboration with the Program Management Unit (PMU), ensure strict implementation and monitoring of the Programme's ESG Action Plan.

Carry out regular check-ins with Programme partners on areas of ESG non-compliance and ensure that relevant corrective actions are developed and agreed upon, and that the latter are effectively implemented and closed out in a timely manner.

Coordinate implementation of the programme's ESG activities with the relevant parties including the CP's ESG focal point persons and other programme staff as part of reporting and submission to fulfilll all donor requirements.

Ensure programme ESG and safeguarding risks are identified and that suitable mitigation measures are put in place to address these risks.

Ensure close collaboration and frequent interaction with consortium partner's ESG focal persons to ensure timely communication and reporting of any ESG incidents arising from the programme's operations.

Develop, implement and manage an effective ESG monitoring and evaluation system to track the programme's ESG performance.

Coordinate and maintain regular PMU & CP training and capacity building sessions on donor's ESG Policy and Incident Reporting Protocols.

Quality Assurance, Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation

Coordinate and ensure proper planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the programme's ESG-I to the donor and other relevant programme stakeholders.

Coordinate and participate in joint monitoring visits with consortium partners and program stakeholders to track and document ESG-I and carbon project development implementation progress in targeted counties.

Initiate and support timely preparation and submission of the program's periodic (monthly, quarterly and annual) ESG-I and carbon development related reports and core documents as per WVK guidelines and donor requirements.

Partnership & Networking

Collaborate with stakeholders to establish platforms for dialogue, feedback and grievance handling mechanism for the program, knowledge sharing, and joint decision-making to address ESG-I challenges.

Represent the program in relevant forums, conferences, and meetings to advocate for ESG-I integration and share best practices.
Actively participate in the programme meetings, and other WVK forums and meetings as appropriate
Contribute to engagement, publications, to communicate program progress and successes on ESG
Actively participate and make contributions to Thematic Working Groups (TWGs) as and when required.

Any other duties as assigned by the Restore Africa Program Director or Environment, Climate Change and Carbon Development Advisor.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Natural Sciences, Forestry, Agroforestry, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Conservation or a closely related field from a recognized University/Institution.

MUST be registered with the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) as a Lead Expert
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Natural Sciences, Environmental Science, Forestry, Natural Resource Management or a related field.
Minimum of proven 5 years working on Carbon and ESG-I integration in climate change or sustainable development programs.

Familiarity with international standards and guidelines related to ESG such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals, IFC Performance Standards etc.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct assessments and develop practical recommendations.
Communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in implementation of integrated development programs with a focus on ecosystem restoration.
Ability to build relationships/partnership with all stakeholders (GoK, INGOs, private sector, etc.)

S/he must be a self-starter, able to work under minimum supervision, maintain good relationships and be a strong team player.

S/he must have excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and presentation skills. Knowledge of carbon accounting principles and sustainability concepts.
Technical knowledge in carbon programming, ESG-I, climate change and environmental sustainability.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing monitoring plans for carbon projects

Sound knowledge and demonstrated experience working with voluntary carbon market standards like Gold Standard, VCS, CCB e.t.c Knowledge of carbon credit markets strongly preferred.

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