Environmental and Social Safeguarding Coordinator Libya Benghazi

The Environmental and Social Safeguarding Coordinator leads the development and implementation of an Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) across shelter, infrastructure, and livelihoods programs in Libya. The role ensures projects protect people and the environment while meeting international standards and involves coordination, training, and field support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical focal point for environmental and social safeguarding across NRC’s Libya operations.
• Lead the implementation and quality control of NRC’s ESMF and risk mitigation measures.
• Coordinate with internal teams, donors, and contractors to ensure compliance with environmental and social standards.
• Provide training, coaching, and field support to NRC staff and implementing partners on ESS tools and approaches.
• Liaise with the donor’s E&S focal point and ensure regular, timely reporting on all safeguarding requirements.
• Support risk categorization, assessment design, and monitoring of sub-projects, especially infrastructure and cash-based interventions.
• Promote gender-sensitive, inclusive practices in community engagement and environmental planning.
• Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidelines/handbooks, and E&S safeguarding donor requirements.
• Regularly visit project sites to monitor E&S implementation, engage with communities, support technical teams, and carry out spot checks.
• Support for safe and secure field travel is provided.

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Renewable Energy, Architecture, or related fields.
• A second degree in social science, development, or gender is a plus.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in humanitarian or development programs.
• Strong knowledge of World Bank Environmental and Social Standards (or similar frameworks like KfW, AFD).
• Experience drafting or reviewing environmental and social assessments, ESMPs, and monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with NEAT+, solar energy projects, or similar environmental screening tools.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Strong coordination, training, and facilitation skills.

Skills

• Environmental Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Renewable Energy
• Social and Environmental Standards
• World Bank Environmental and Social Standards
• Environmental and Social Assessments
• Environmental and Social Management Framework
• ESMP development
• Monitoring Tools Development
• NEAT+
• Solar Energy Projects
• Environmental Screening
• Program Coordination
• Training Delivery
• Facilitation Skills

Languages

Arabic, English