Environmental and Social Analyst

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  • Nairobi
  • Posted 3 weeks ago

IFC - International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group) IFC Sector: Environment Grade: GE Term Duration:&nbsp 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Nairobi,Kenya Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): French Closing Date: 8/26/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC Description IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.&nbsp IFC is looking for dynamic, motivated, and detail-oriented professional with strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. The Environmental and Social Analyst will be expected to assist environmental and social specialists at IFC in their work on reviewing environmental and social risks and impacts in clients’ and potential clients’ operations in Africa vis-à-vis IFC Performance Standards and Sustainability Policy. The position offers suitable candidate a unique opportunity to gather unparalleled private sector environmental and social risk management experience in emerging markets, to work IFC’s experts in the field, and to be exposed to the wider operations of the World Bank Group The position will report to the Regional ESG Manager for the Eastern Africa region. Duties and Accountabilities: The Analyst’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:&nbsp •&nbsp Supporting analysis to assist environmental and social specialists in appraising the environmental and social risks and impacts associated with IFC investments against the requirements of IFC’s Performance Standards (PSs) on Environmental and Social Sustainability.&nbsp •&nbsp Assist in defining steps required to ensure compliance with the PSs and the World Bank Group Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines (www.ifc.org/ehsguidelines).&nbsp •&nbsp Assist in supervising the environmental and social performance of client companies through the review of monitoring reports and site visits to supervise environmental and/or social aspects of clients’ operations.&nbsp •&nbsp Assist in providing training on environmental and social issues to IFC clients, investment staff and other specialists.&nbsp •&nbsp Support in development of sectoral and regional portfolio reviews, in particular in developing an understanding of systematic compliance issues in the portfolio.&nbsp •&nbsp Collect and analyze data to assist specialists in preparation of reports, such as on specific E&ampS issues and on IFC’s portfolio.&nbsp Selection Criteria •&nbsp A degree in environmental management or sciences, social sciences, engineering, or other relevant discipline.&nbsp •&nbsp A minimum of three years of relevant experience in environmental and/or social assessment related to private sector business activities.&nbsp •&nbsp Track record in working with private sector firms across industry sectors (including manufacturing, agribusiness, services infrastructure and/or financial institutions) to identify environmental/social risks and issues and develop mitigation measures to ensure compliance with good international industry practice.&nbsp •&nbsp Knowledge of IFC Sustainability Framework and supporting documents such as Guidance Notes, Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Guidelines, and other IFC publications on sustainability is a plus.&nbsp •&nbsp Strong research and analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze and synthesize diverse related data and information. Attention to detail is a must.&nbsp •&nbsp Strong organizational skills, with ability to prioritize, deal with frequent and unexpected changes, and work within tight timeframes.&nbsp •&nbsp Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English is essential. Working knowledge of other, widely-spoken languages (e.g. French) is a plus. •&nbsp Strong writing and oral presentation skills.&nbsp Good inter-personal and cross-cultural skills. •&nbsp Willing and able to travel frequently, sometimes to remote field locations with limited amenities. •&nbsp A good team player with strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team, work effectively in and influence a team, and network effectively across boundaries. •&nbsp Familiarity with IFC/World Bank operations, procedures, and culture will be advantageous.&nbsp World Bank Group Core Competencies The World Bank Group 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. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the&nbspWorld Bank&nbspand&nbspIFC, including our values and inspiring stories. We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead. Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager. 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Environmental and Social Analyst

Job #: req28881
Organization: IFC
Sector: Environment
Grade: GE
Term Duration:  3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment
Location: Nairobi,Kenya
Required Language(s): English
Preferred Language(s): French
Closing Date: 8/26/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. 
IFC is looking for dynamic, motivated, and detail-oriented professional with strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. The Environmental and Social Analyst will be expected to assist environmental and social specialists at IFC in their work on reviewing environmental and social risks and impacts in clients’ and potential clients’ operations in Africa vis-à-vis IFC Performance Standards and Sustainability Policy.
The position offers suitable candidate a unique opportunity to gather unparalleled private sector environmental and social risk management experience in emerging markets, to work IFC’s experts in the field, and to be exposed to the wider operations of the World Bank Group
The position will report to the Regional ESG Manager for the Eastern Africa region.
Duties and Accountabilities:
The Analyst’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 
•  Supporting analysis to assist environmental and social specialists in appraising the environmental and social risks and impacts associated with IFC investments against the requirements of IFC’s Performance Standards (PSs) on Environmental and Social Sustainability. 
•  Assist in defining steps required to ensure compliance with the PSs and the World Bank Group Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines (www.ifc.org/ehsguidelines). 
•  Assist in supervising the environmental and social performance of client companies through the review of monitoring reports and site visits to supervise environmental and/or social aspects of clients’ operations. 
•  Assist in providing training on environmental and social issues to IFC clients, investment staff and other specialists. 
•  Support in development of sectoral and regional portfolio reviews, in particular in developing an understanding of systematic compliance issues in the portfolio. 
•  Collect and analyze data to assist specialists in preparation of reports, such as on specific E&S issues and on IFC’s portfolio. 

Selection Criteria

•  A degree in environmental management or sciences, social sciences, engineering, or other relevant discipline. 
•  A minimum of three years of relevant experience in environmental and/or social assessment related to private sector business activities. 
•  Track record in working with private sector firms across industry sectors (including manufacturing, agribusiness, services infrastructure and/or financial institutions) to identify environmental/social risks and issues and develop mitigation measures to ensure compliance with good international industry practice. 
•  Knowledge of IFC Sustainability Framework and supporting documents such as Guidance Notes, Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Guidelines, and other IFC publications on sustainability is a plus. 
•  Strong research and analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze and synthesize diverse related data and information. Attention to detail is a must. 
•  Strong organizational skills, with ability to prioritize, deal with frequent and unexpected changes, and work within tight timeframes. 
•  Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English is essential. Working knowledge of other, widely-spoken languages (e.g. French) is a plus.
•  Strong writing and oral presentation skills.  Good inter-personal and cross-cultural skills.
•  Willing and able to travel frequently, sometimes to remote field locations with limited amenities.
•  A good team player with strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team, work effectively in and influence a team, and network effectively across boundaries.
•  Familiarity with IFC/World Bank operations, procedures, and culture will be advantageous. 

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group 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.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

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