Functional Responsibilities

The functions/duties/key results of the assignment
The incumbent will operate under the direct supervision of Project Managers, Head of Programmes, Programme Management Advisor or their assignees, and in close coordination with the Programme and Partnerships teams, providing specialized expertise in construction and debris waste management. The role focuses on sustainable solid waste management practices, including damage assessments, debris handling, recycling, and disposal, ensuring compliance with local environmental regulations, as well as environmental and social (E&S) safeguards and best practices prescribed by the World Bank, European Union (EU), UNOPS Guidelines and practices including those concerned with HSSE. The incumbent will utilize advanced tools such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and satellite imagery for assessments, planning, and monitoring, ensuring effective project implementation and compliance with all regulations. Coordination with relevant local authorities regarding disposal sites will also be integral to the role.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

1. Solid Waste Management Planning and Strategy Development

•Participate in reviewing development of sustainable solid waste management plans, including the reuse, recycling, and safe disposal of debris and construction waste.
•Review of solid waste management strategies/plans prepared by consultants to ensure their alignment with international E&S safeguards, local environmental regulations, and best practices prescribed by the World Bank and EU, and UNOPS HSSE guidelines and practices. Additionally, oversee contractors' implementation to ensure compliance with the same.
•Develop Terms of Reference (ToRs), technical specifications, scopes of work, bills of quantities, cost estimates, and detailed solid waste management plans, including for debris removal, recycling, and disposal.
•Assist in preparing tender documents for consultancy, supply, and works, ensuring they reflect sustainable solid waste management practices and E&S requirements.
•Participate in meetings and ensure effective coordination with other UN agencies and international organizations, joint UN task forces and other pertinent fora.

Skills

Education

•Master degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental specialities and other related disciplines from a recognized University is required. A Bachelor's degree with 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master's degree.
•Possession of Project Management Certificates is an asset.

Work Experience

•2 years of experience in two or more of the following fields: Environment, Solid Waste Management, Waste Water Management, or Medical Waste Management, is required.
•Specific professional experience: minimum one (1) year of professional experience in preparing feasibility studies, management, implementation and evaluation of solid waste management projects is required.
•Experience in selecting and assessing dump sites and sanitary landfills is highly desirable.
•Experience in developing and implementing sustainable waste management plans that integrate recycling, reuse, and safe disposal practices is highly desirable.
•Experience in Environmental and Social (E&S) safeguards and best practices, specifically from the World Bank, EU, and other international organizations is required.
•Expertise in local environmental regulations related to waste disposal and debris management, with experience coordinating with local authorities for compliance is highly desirable.
•A strong background in GIS, satellite imagery, and damage assessment tools is desirable.
•Experience in computer design software, particularly “AutoCAD” is an asset.
•Demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.) is hihgly desirable.
•Experience in computer scheduling software, particularly Primavera and/or MS Projects is highly desirable.
•Work Experience with an international organization and/or UN Agencies will be well regarded.

Certifications (Desirable)
The below certificates are highly desirable:

•Certified Waste Manager (CWM).
•Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Certifications – Such as NEBO