National Identity Management Commission Environmental Safeguard Officer Jobs in Nigeria
National Identity Management Commission Environmental Safeguard Officer Jobs in Nigeria
ObjectivesThe objective of the assignment is to recruit an Environmental Safeguards Officer of the PIU, to ensure compliance with WB’s Environmental Safeguards policies and guidelines, including the Project Environmental Social Management Framework (ESMF) and Resettlement Policy Framework (RPF).
The appointment of the Environmental Safeguards Officer will assist the smooth start-up and increase the speed of the project implementation.
The Environmental Safeguards Officer will be accountable and report to the PIU Coordinator and cooperate with other PIU team members, implementing agencies, and relevant stakeholders.
Scope of Services
The Environmental Safeguards Officer shall:
Lead the ID4D team’s efforts in implementation of WB’s Environmental Safeguards policies and guidelines;
Ensure that environmental risks are identified, avoided, mitigated and managed throughout project implementation;
Ensure that subprojects are subjected to screening as provided by the ESMF and RPF process and procedures;
Oversee/develop/coordinate and implement environmental safeguards related plans (Environmental and Social Management Plan, Labor Influx, E-waste Management Plan, etc.);
Provide leadership and substantial input to the implementation of ESMF and RPF;
Monitor compliance of the ID4D project efforts with Donor’s Environmental Safeguards policies;
Ensure that all ID4D activities incorporate a concept of addressing environmental issues;
Ensure full disclosure with concerned stakeholders;
Develop, organize and deliver safeguards training programs for the PIU staff, relevant NIMC and ecosystem staff, contractors and others involved in the Project implementation;
Ensure compliance of the contractors to Health, Safety and Environmental Management Plan and other Occupational Health, Safety and Security (OHSS) procedures with support from state and LGA offices;
Review and approve the Contractor’s Implementation Plan for the Environmental Measures;
Develop and implement methods for knowledge dissemination relating to Donor’s Environmental Safeguards policies;
Provide advice to all stakeholders on social development approaches, policies and technical matters;
Ensure all ID4D documents, ranging from bidding documents to contracts, include environmental safeguards provisions;
Ensure ID4D staff and contractors’ effectively handle environmental safeguards issues, providing solutions where needed;
Monitor progress in development/implementation of the project’s safeguards instruments
Work with the Project staff to ensure reporting, monitoring and evaluation fully address safeguard issues of the project;
Provide well-documented, evidence-based compliance reports to be submitted to relevant oversight stakeholders (WB, FMEnv, etc.) and incorporated into the project annual reports;
Organize environmental, orientation, awareness, and training
for relevant staff of partners;
Ensure effective and collaborative relationships with Civil Society Organizations, government originations, private organizations and the Nigerian society at large; and
Carry out any other relevant periodic duties that may be assigned by the PIU Coordinator.
Qualification
The Environmental Safeguards Officer shall have the following minimum educational qualifications and experience:
Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental engineering, environmental studies or equivalent
At least 5- years of relevant experience in conducting Environmental and Social Impact Assessments, (ESIA, RAPs) and working knowledge of World Bank safeguards policies
Demonstrated experience in the role of Environmental Safeguard Specialist/Officer in projects funded by multilateral financial institutions.
Demonstrated experience in development and applications of outcomes of environmental and social impact assessments.
Demonstrated experience in creating beneficial relationships with stakeholders of a project.
Fluency in spoken and written English
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and commitment to team work,
Knowledge of institutions systems for the environmental review and approval of development projects in the country.
Facilities and Information to be Provided
Adequate office space, with furniture and internet facilities, shall be assigned to the Environmental Safeguards Officer.
Estimated Duration
The duration of the assignment is initially for 12 months but will renewed subsequently on an annual basis subject to satisfactory performance.
The contract type is Time Based.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; National Identity Management Commission Environmental Safeguard Officer Jobs in Nigeria
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