Principal Environmental and Social Audit Specialist

il y a 2 semaines

Abidjan, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire African Development Bank Temps plein
About the Role

The African Development Bank (AfDB) is seeking a dedicated Environmental and Social (E&S) Audit Specialist to strengthen its internal audit capabilities concerning environmental and social safeguards.

Key Functions
  • Lead and Support Environmental and Social Audits: Contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of environmental and social components of internal audits across Bank-financed operations, including public and private sector projects. Ensure these audits address the design, implementation, and effectiveness of safeguards systems.
  • Assess Compliance with Safeguards Requirements: Monitor and evaluate whether Bank operations are aligned with the environmental and social provisions outlined in project financing agreements, including Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs), and relevant national legislation.
  • Review Environmental and Social Risk Management Systems: Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of environmental and social risk management frameworks across Bank-financed operations.
  • Conduct Project Site Visits: Participate in audit field missions to verify the application of E&S safeguards on the ground, engage with stakeholders, and gather field-based evidence to inform audit findings and recommendations.
Qualifications and Experience
  • A minimum of a Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Social Science, Natural Resource Management, or a very closely related field.
  • At least six (6) years of progressive experience conducting environmental and/or social audits, due diligence, or compliance reviews in development projects.
  • Demonstrated experience evaluating project compliance with Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs), labor and working conditions, and stakeholder engagement.

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