Senior Environmental and Social Development Specialist

il y a 2 jours

Paris, Île-de-France The World Bank Temps plein

Job Summary

The World Bank is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Environmental and Social Development Specialist. This role will be responsible for assessing the potential environmental and social risks and impacts of assigned projects, where the World Bank guarantee support is being considered, against the requirements of our Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess the potential environmental and social risks and impacts of assigned projects, where the World Bank guarantee support is being considered, against the requirements of our Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability.
  • Define steps required to ensure compliance with our Performance Standards and the World Bank Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Guidelines.
  • Work with potential clients to ensure mitigation plans are developed and steps taken to ensure that projects will align with our Performance Standards and the World Bank EHS Guidelines.
  • Articulate key environmental and social risks and impacts to the World Bank Management Team.
  • Monitor compliance with our Performance Standards, the World Bank EHS guidelines, sector-specific guidelines, other relevant policies, and contract-specific conditions.
  • Support origination and business development with Europe-based clients, as requested.
  • Lead training on environmental and social issues to World Bank clients, internal staff, and other specialists, as needed.
  • Curate knowledge and disseminate lessons learned and standard methodologies within the World Bank community.
  • Represent the World Bank at technical meetings, industry events, and environmental and/or social fora, as requested.
  • Lead or contribute to the review and development of environmental and social policies, procedures, and framework; propose innovations and draw on lessons learned.
  • Collaborate with the rest of the World Bank's Environmental, Social and Climate teams and coordinate closely with World Bank Departments on assigned projects and corporate tasks.
  • Mentor junior staff and supervise consultants, as requested.
  • Collaborate with World Bank colleagues on joint projects, as well as other colleagues from other multilateral development institutions, when supporting same projects.
  • Support discussions with the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO) and Independent Evaluation Group (IEG), as requested.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree (Master's required) in Environment, Social Science, Engineering, or similar field.
  • Minimum of 8 years (10 years preferred) of directly relevant work experience in environment and/or social management and assessment directly related to private sector business activities.
  • Track record in working with private sector firms across different industry sectors to identify environmental and/or social risks and issues and develop mitigation measures to ensure compliance with good international industry practice.
  • Experience with IFC/MIGA Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability or similar standards.
  • International experience required; experience in developing countries and/or fragile and conflict states is preferred. Ability to travel frequently to developing countries.
  • Must understand the concept of management systems in general, and environmental and social management systems, in particular.
  • Understand the concept of gender-based violence (GBV), experienced in managing GBV risks and be able to guide World Bank clients in developing and implementing GBV Action Plans.
  • Experience in developing, implementing, and/or evaluating plans for resettlement, land acquisition and compensation, social management, community development, and Indigenous peoples' development is an advantage.
  • Ability to work well with a range of partners, including project-affected people, government officials, international organizations, development agencies, scientific and technical bodies, NGOs/civil society, as well as project investors and their staff.
  • Strong analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze and synthesize diverse information sources, and draw conclusions from sometimes limited data.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Self-starter with enthusiasm for complex project challenges, integrated business solutions, and the World Bank's sustainability objectives.
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, articulate issues and recommend solutions.
  • Excellent verbal and written English language skills are essential and French language is highly desirable. Knowledge of other languages will be advantageous.
  • Excellent team player who can work as a member of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team, motivate and lead group efforts, and network effectively across boundaries.
  • High personal integrity and emotional intelligence, with demonstrated ability to handle sensitive matters in a discreet and respectful manner. Diplomatic approach and calm under pressure.

Benefits

The World Bank offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life, and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

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