Background: The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an o...
Background:
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.
Project Background:
The project ‘Mozambique Northern Crisis Recovery Project is based in and around the City of Pemba in Cabo Delgado Province supporting the resettlement of IDPs from temporary settlement sites to 20 relocation sites. The project will support both IDPs and Host communities. The project comprises of 4 main components:
Component 1: psychosocial social support and community peace building; and enhancing
State-society trust and confidence.
Component 2: provision of agriculture and fisheries inputs, cash for work programs for youth and women and the provision of kits for micro and small business development; and training on entrepreneurship and business management.
Component 3: the restoration of basic services, small works for agriculture production, education and health infrastructure and the construction or rehabilitation of school and health infrastructure and community services and amenities in temporary and relocation sites and host communities.
Component 4: strengthening of technical capacity of government authorities and local governments for conflict management. This component will also support project implementation, financial management, procurement, safeguards, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation.
The project is implemented in collaboration with government authorities and will be guided by the various Programme guidelines provided by the World bank- as the funding source.
Purpose and Scope of Assignment
As part of the World Bank’s requirements set out in the Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), environmental and social (E&S) instruments are currently developed to mitigate environmental and social risks and impacts of the Project. In addition, UNOPS’ HSSE requirements stipulate a series of compliance issues specifically regarding Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) and infrastructure activities.
UNOPS is looking for the services of an Environmental and Social Safeguard Officer (Safeguard Officer) to ensure that all Project activities are aligned with World Bank Environmental and Social Standards (ESS) and UNOPS OSH requirements. The Safeguard Officer will be required to work in any UNOPS Office in Northern Mozambique, with frequent travel to the Project/subproject activity sites covering part of the 300 communities across the target 18 districts, which include Cabo Delgado, Nampula and Niassa.
The Safeguard Officer will work under the guidance and supervision of and report to the Environmental Safeguard Advisor to implement and monitor all aspects of health, safety, social and environmental during the inception, design development, execution phases and handover of the project.
The Safeguard Officer will be based on the following duty stations: Pemba, Nampula or Niassa
Oversee, monitor, and report on environmental and social standards and the occup...
Oversee, monitor, and report on environmental and social standards and the occupational health and safety requirements established respectively by World Bank and UNOPS of and applicable to the subprojects.
Advise and instruct the implementing partners ensuring that environmental and social standards and the occupational health and safety requirements are incorporated into their contracts.
Carry out training and capacity building programmes on environmental and social standards, including gender aspects and prevention of GBV/PSEA, and the occupational health and safety requirements, tools and frameworks, for project personnel, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders.
Advise and instruct the implementing partners that will conduct the monitoring and reporting on environmental and social screening processes for the subprojects.
Review and oversee the submission, monitoring, and reporting on the Environmental permitting process for the subprojects as conducted by the implementing partners.
Advise and instruct the development of the Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) or Manual of Good Environmental and Social Practices or Simplified Environmental and Social Study, depending on the categorisation of the subproject.
Prepare the environmental and social tools/instruments, such as the Labour Management Procedure, the Waste Management Plan, Gender-Based Violence Risk Action Plan, the OHS procedures and plan, and the Chance Finding Procedure and Pest Management Plan, if applicable.
Ensure that all instruments and tools are applied by all implementing partners, and the appropriate mitigation measures are proposed and met.
Ensure the implementation of correction measures by implementing partners.
Ensure the implementation of the Resettlement Policy Framework and ensure zero land conflicts.
Ensure the Project Grievance Redress Mechanisms (GRM) is in place and fit-for-purpose.
Perform and ensure the spot checks, and supervision and monitoring field visits are conducted to all implementing partners’ sites.
Compile quarterly and annual reports on risks, impacts, and mitigation measures.
Identify challenges, opportunities, priorities and needs for the implementation of the related Project’s instruments.
Handle additional assignments as directed by the supervisor or Project.
Education A Bachelor's Degree in environmental and social studies or ...
Education A Bachelor's Degree in environmental and social studies or related subject(s) in combination with an additional two (2) years relevant experience is required;
A Technical/Professional Diploma in environmental and social studies or related subject(s) in combination with an additional four (4) years relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.
Experience A minimum of 2 years of progressively experience in environmental management, or social development or gender equality and women’s empowerment are required;
Direct experience with World Bank projects or the United Nations Health, Safety, Social and Environment Management Systems is an added advantage;
Ability to develop and implement Standing Operating Procedures is required;
Assessments/plans in accordance with a recognized body/methodology is an added advantage.
Languages Full working knowledge of English language is required.
Knowledge of Portuguese language is considered an asset.
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc...
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others.
For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Contract type: Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA) Contract level: ICS 8...
Contract type: Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA)
Contract level: ICS 8/LICA 8