Environment and Social Management Specialist

AZOROM · Alexandria, Egypt · Posted 2026-05-13

Senior Environmental and Social Management Specialist – Power Sector ProjectAZOROM is seeking a Senior Environmental and Social Management Specialist for an upcoming power sector consultancy assignment in Alexandria, Egypt.The project involves the upgrade of the Alexandria Regional Control Centre (ARCC), including SCADA/EMS systems, telecommunications, RTUs, fibre optic works, and associated control centre building/facility upgrades. The assignment will support the client through tender preparation, EPC procurement, construction supervision, and warranty-period support.Role overviewThe Environmental and Social Management Specialist will support the preparation, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of environmental and social safeguards across the project. This will include input to the Environmental and Social Policy Framework and Environmental and Social Management Plans for EPC contracts, as well as monitoring EPC Contractors’ compliance during implementation.Key responsibilities may include:Preparing and/or reviewing Environmental and Social Management Plans for EPC worksSupporting the preparation of an Environmental and Social Policy Framework in line with applicable laws, regulations, and financier requirementsMonitoring environmental and social compliance during construction and implementationReviewing contractor environmental and social documentation, procedures, and reportsSupporting site inspections and identifying corrective actions where requiredContributing to monthly, quarterly, annual, and completion reports covering environmental and social aspectsSupporting coordination with the client, contractors, and project stakeholdersAssisting with follow-up of environmental and social corrective measures during the warranty periodMinimum requirementsB.Sc. in Environmental Engineering or a closely related disciplineFluent EnglishAt least 8 years of relevant professional experienceDemonstrated experience preparing and monitoring implementation of Environmental and Social Management PlansFamiliarity with Egyptian environmental regulations and international ESHS standards applicable to internationally financed infrastructure projectsExperience monitoring contractor compliance with environmental, social, health and safety (ESHS) obligations under EPC contractsKnowledge of international labour standards (including compensation), stakeholder engagement, grievance mechanisms, and environmental risk mitigation measures would be beneficialExperience on infrastructure, energy, power transmission, utilities, or EPC projects would be an advantageExperience with internationally financed projects and donor/financier reporting requirements would be beneficial

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