Overview

The Environment Specialist will integrate environmental dimensions into the work of the AIIB, managing environmental risks and impacts associated with investment projects against the requirements of AIIB’s Environmental and Social Policy.

Tasks Summary

• Participate or lead in the identification, appraisal, design and implementation of investment programs and projects to evaluate environmental and social risk.
• Appraise the environmental risks and impacts associated with investment projects against the requirements of AIIB's ESP.
• Screen for potential ES risks and impacts and proposing the ES category for the Project.
• Screen for climate change related risks and impacts and supporting Clients in managing those risks and impacts.
• Conduct due diligence assessment of ES aspects of projects and undertaking field visits if needed.
• Guide Clients in the preparation and implementation of environmental and social impact assessments (ESIAs) and environmental management plans.
• Support Clients in stakeholder consultations and disclosure of ESIAs and related studies.
• Monitor implementation of the ES aspects of the Project and addressing any issues that arise.
• Assist the clients to address any non-compliance with its ES obligations.
• Contribute to AIIB’s knowledge base on environmental and social aspects.
• Develop and conduct training on environmental and social sustainability of infrastructure Projects and ES aspects and requirements of AIIB's ESP.
• Proactively mentor and support new staff as well as juniors and peers.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience on environmental safeguards in infrastructure development.
• Experience of working with Multilateral Development Banks, International Development Institutions, or environmental consultancies of global outreach is considered as an advantage.
• Proven application of professional expertise in planning, management and monitoring of the environmental aspects of infrastructure programs and projects, including in sectors such as energy, transport, water and urban development.
• Track record in designing and delivering ESIAs.
• Technical knowledge / specialism in a ESIA element (i.e. Air, noise, water, EM&A).
• Experience of working with and / or monitoring contractors during the implementation period of Projects ensuring their environmental compliance.
• Demonstrated experience with the planning, preparation and implementation of wider environmental studies such as environmental and social management plans and frameworks.
• Effective ability to participate in project development, design, conduct of feasibility studies and consultations with stakeholders; and demonstrated experience in monitoring E&S aspects during implementation.
• Effective ability to take on tasks and deliver on time and with high quality.
• Proven ability to work with public and/or private sector clients and financial intermediaries, and development partners (MDBs, multilateral/bilateral development organizations and development finance institutions) of AIIB in an effective and professional manner in both formal and informal settings.
• Experience with the development and implementation of environmental strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Experience in working with civil society organizations and nongovernmental organizations.

Qualification Requirements

• Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in environmental or natural science, engineering, planning or related discipline.
• Professional accreditation in Environmental / Engineers is considered to be an advantage.

Other Details

Languages Required: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Languages Preferred: Professional proficiency of French language and/or other language(s) of a country in which AIIB invests would be an advantage.

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