Senior Consultant - Environmental And Social Due Diligence

Job Description

This job will include involvement in technical and project management aspects of a variety of projects often located in developing countries such as South America, Europe/Far Eastern Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. The project work can involve travel to these locations on short trips to conduct or support audits/monitoring or training,

Responsibilities

You will play a key role in

Managing the delivery of major international ESDD, ESMS, identification of mitigation measures, preparation of E&S management plans and E&S monitoring and performance services on major international projects for our private sector clients and on behalf of international funders;

Defining appropriate corrective action plans, and measures for follow-up verification;

Providing assistance to clients in meeting international lender standards and advise on international best practice in E&S performance;

Supporting the development and implementation of environmental and social management systems;

Have a deep understanding of international E&S standards, incl. Equator Principles, IFC Performance Standards, EBRD Performance Requirements, World Bank EHS Guidelines. Keeping up to date with the latest developments, regulations and standards in the ESG space;

Building strong working relationships and collaborating widely with WSPs international environmental and ESG due diligence teams to manage and develop service quality;

Working with project Associates within countries and regions of operation;

Delivery of work through well written and succinct reports and presentations to clients;

Technical support to various team members to identify E&S risks and manage those risks; and

Preparation of marketing materials and proposals as required.

Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters in Environmental Studies and Resource Management