Creative Associates International - WATIH Project Environmental Compliance Manager / Officer Jobs in Nigeria
Creative Associates International - WATIH Project Environmental Compliance Manager / Officer Jobs in Nigeria
Position SummaryThe Environmental Compliance Manager / Officer will be responsible for applying the Trade Hub’s Environmental Review process and enforcing all policies and procedures stipulated within the Trade Hub’s approved Environmental Mitigation and Monitoring Plan (EMMP), USAID’s Initial Environmental Examination (IEE), and other relevant documentation for all activities.
In particular, the Environmental Compliance Manager / Officer will provide guidance to potential Co-Investment partners and review each activity to ensure compliance prior to grant award.
This also includes the monitoring and reporting related to all activities related to Co-Investment partnerships.
When necessary, the Environmental Compliance Manager / Officer will also provide administrative support to the Grants team.
Please note that the job position (Manager or Officer) is dependent on the years of experience and expertise of the applicant.
Reporting and Supervision
The Environmental Compliance Manager / Officer will report to the Lead Grants Manager with additional support being provided by the Deputy Chief of Party and an external Environmental Compliance expert.
Primary Responsibilities
Participate in co-creation meetings with prospect Co-Investment partners to ensure that environmental mitigation measures are taken into account within the full application;
Review and revise Environmental Review Forms (ERFs) submitted by applicants based on the proposed activity and, when necessary, direct communication with the applicants;
Review submissions from Grantees in relation to their USAID-approved Activity EMMP to ensure compliance;
When necessary, visit sites of activities to ensure environmental mitigation measures are being respected;
Report all monitoring completed in USAID quarterly and annual reports for all activities;
Train staff, Grantees, and other stakeholders on environmental compliance and monitoring when necessary;
Revise documentation, guides, and templates to take into account new activities or USAID regulations with regards to environmental compliance;
Serve as the primary point of contact for all questions and issues raised with regards to environmental compliance;
If necessary, provide any additional ad hoc support to the Grants team.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Agronomy Conservation, or similar field; Master’s degree preferred (required
for Manager position);
At least four (Officer) to seven (Manager) years of experience with providing environmental compliance monitoring and supervision on projects, particularly in agriculture and in West Africa;
At least two (Officer) to three (Manager) years of work experience in international development (USAID preferred);
Solid understanding of donor regulations and procedures pertaining to environmental compliance with a preference in USAID regulations (Regulation 216);
A good understanding of the range of environmental impacts and mitigation measures covering Trade Hub focus sectors, including agriculture, livestock production, processing, aquaculture, water and sanitation, renewable energy, and construction and rehabilitation of infrastructure.
Demonstrated ability to work on several activities at once independently;
Ability to review applications and provide adequate guidance on environmental compliance based on established procedures;
Preference on previous grants management experience, but not mandatory.
Preference for working knowledge of French, but not mandatory.
Application Closing Date
26th August, 2020.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: Recruit@westafricatih.com using the "Job Title" as the subject of the email.
Note
Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Creative Associates International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability / Veteran.
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