Environmental & Social Safeguards Expert at

2 weeks ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Public Private Partnerships Directorate Full time
The PPP Directorate is the 'Centre of PPP Excellence in the Country'. We are a specialized Directorate within the National Treasury, established under section 11 of the PPP Act of 2013. The main role of the PPP Directorate is to serve as the secretariat and technical arm of the PPP Committee

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OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The main objectives of the Environmental and Social Safeguards Expert assignment is to facilitate and ensure the integration of environmental and social safeguard requirements in PPP projects.

This output is achieved through advisory expertise into the life cycle of the project.

Compliance to environmental and public engagement regulations needs deep knowledge and understanding of the importance of these aspects in project delivery.

Also advising the project team on the potential risks and how to mitigate those risks, is a critical input.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Environmental and Social Safeguards Expert is expected to perform the following tasks:

Advisory services to contracting authorities, investors and donors.
Facilitate engagement with authorities as and when required.
Ensure consistency in the presentation of documentation.
Participate in close out of projects.
Oversee penalties that may be imposed on project partners.
Regular review of instruments used on projects to measure environmental and social safeguard activities.
Provide input to submissions for project approval to ensure all aspects of environmental and social impact are covered.
Oversee environmental audits and close out of audit findings.
Guide the technical team to reinforce and ensure adherence to requirements during project execution.
Prepare quality reports for submission by the PPP Directorate.
Coach and mentor team members on complex technical matters.
Conduct continuous monitoring and evaluation.
Participate in development of tender documents and contract specifications in relation to environmental and social aspects.
Stay up to date on the latest environmental and social regulations and best practice.
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Undergraduate degree in social sciences / environmental sciences.
Certificate in environmental studies/ social studies.
Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience.
A good grasp of Public Private Partnerships.
Technical expertise of environmental and social safeguards instruments.
Ability to understand the various E&S standards and how to navigate them.
Business Report writing skills.

DATA, LOCAL SERVICES AND FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED BY CLIENT

The PPP Directorate of the National Treasury, Kenya will provide full office accommodation in Nairobi, Kenya.

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