Occupational, Health, and Safety (ESHS) Specialist

Job Title: Occupational, Health, and Safety (ESHS) Specialist

Location: Project Site

Role: Ensure the project adheres to international best practices in Environment, Social, Health, and Safety (ESHS) standards, with a focus on donor compliance and on-site implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor the project's Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) and Health & Safety plans.
• Conduct regular environmental and safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with international donor agency (e.g., World Bank) ESHS standards and national regulations.
• Lead site safety meetings, incident investigations, and deliver ESHS training to staff and contractors.
• Prepare and submit ESHS performance reports to management and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety).
• 12+ years of overall professional ESHS experience.
• 8+ years of specific, hands-on experience implementing Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) and conducting audits for internationally-financed projects (e.g., World Bank, AfDB).
• In-depth knowledge of international ESHS standards and donor safeguard policies.
• Strong practical experience in risk assessment, incident management, and on-site ESHS supervision.

Preferred Experience:

• A post-graduate degree in a relevant field.
• Proven accomplishment in areas such as community liaison, biodiversity management, occupational health systems, and emergency response planning.