The Republic of Tajikistan received funding from the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) toward the cost of Tourism Business Education Development Project. The total cost of the project is US$ 18.25 million, including IsDB financing of US$13.95 million. The project is co-financed by the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan.
The development objective of the Project is to improve access to and the quality of higher professional education in tourism and hospitality, based on best international practices, through the upgrading of the existing education institution to a modern, inclusive, and sustainable institution in Dangara city and strengthening its potential to serve as a Hub for tourism and hospitality education as a champion of Halal Tourism education expanding best practices within the country and in the region.
The project is composed of following components: (A) Access for Tourism and Business Education; (B) Institutional Capacity of Tourism and Business Education; (C) Project Management Support; (D) Financial Audit; and (E) Contingent Emergency Response Component.
A dedicated full-time Project Management Unit is established within the International University of Entrepreneurship and Tourism of Tajikistan (Executing Agency) to ensure efficient management and implementation of the Project within its approved scope/ timeline.
The Executing Agency is recruiting Environmental Safeguards Specialist, who will function under the supervision of PMU Coordinator.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
The details of the specific assignments/tasks of the Environmental Safeguards Specialist will be as follows:
Coordinate preparation of Environment Impact Assessment Study and Management Plan for the project site before commencement of civil works and ensure their timely submission to IsDB for review and clearance;
Ensure that a site specific EMP and social impact assessment (in English and Tajik and/or Russian) is developed in-line with IsDB policy and Tajikistan’s environmental legislation and other relevant environmental standards and codes, before civil works start as well as prevention/mitigation measures and monitoring activities identified in the EMP;
Consider implementation of environmentally sound options for energy use, effective use of materials and reuse and recycle options for waste generated (such as installation of solar panels toward introducing clean energy alternatives across the academic facilities;
In cooperation with Safeguard Team ensure all environmental requirements are incorporated in the bidding documents prior to bidding, by providing the necessary inputs and review of such documents; Ensure classrooms, WASH, and academic-related facilities as well as the female dormitories met the international and local standards; inclusion of all the adaptation measures stated at the Project Appraisal Document into the design of the buildings;
Coordination of environmental activities at all levels of the project (baseline data, impact assessment and analysis, etc.) in accordance with the environmental management plan;
Providing technical guidance and information to project staff and Project Supervision Consultant on environmental issues and regarding project requirements (local, national or international environmental standards; permits, licenses and inspections that are required at the project level);
Independently monitor EMP implementation, undertake site visits as required, identify environment-related implementation issues and concern, and propose necessary corrective actions;
Conduct trainings for regional and district departments of environmental protection and/or Project Supervision Consultant regarding IsDB environmental standards if needed.
Review environmental implications of construction works on by conducting regular site visits;
Perform environmental forecasting of the impact of the Project;
Direct participation in the composition of the State Commission for the acceptance of completed design for compliance with environmental requirements;
Regularly submit a report in accordance with the requirements of the IsDB and national authorities;
Maintain confidentiality and not disclose information related to the Project, as well as documentary and verbal information available in the office of the PMU.
Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Higher education in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Climate change, occupational health and safety, urban development, engineering and construction, or other relevant fields, is required;
At least 5 (five) years’ experience in environmental management, knowledge and operationalization of the principles of environmental assessment, monitoring, and reporting;
At least 2 (two) years of experience on preparing, monitoring and/or reporting of the site- specific EMPs, and/or updating of the IEE in the implementation of a project which was financed by international financial institution(s) such as IsDB, ADB, WB, or EBRD, or other international donor(s), is required;
A good knowledge and understanding of the IsDB Safeguard Policy or similar regulations from other international financial institution(s); and the environmental national legislation of the GoT, is required;
Familiarity with the education sector project would be an advantage.
English (written and spoken) as a working language is required; and fluency in Tajik or Russian language (oral and written) is required;
Skills in preparing high-quality reports will be an asset.
A confident user of (MS Office, MS Word, MS Excel, Powerpoint, Internet E-mail etc.) and other computer programs.
Competencies
Communication skills: the ability to communicate appropriate, concise and accurate information in written and verbal formats; Experience in compilation and writing reports is an asset.
Accuracy and attention to details: the ability to ensure and maintain a high degree of accuracy and quality in work, including work under pressure and multiple assignments.
Problem solving: ability to make reasonable judgment and take initiative in all operational processes and propose practical and realistic solutions to address them;
Planning and organizing: ability to operate independently with minimum control, prioritize and schedule workload. Effectively manage high volume of multiple tasks.
Team work: building effective communication and relationships both within and outside the team. Sharing knowledge, information and best practices with others.
Results orientated: ability to ensure the goals and operational targets are achieved and exceeded.
Contractual conditions
The duration of the contract will be 12 (twelve) months with 3 (three) months’ probation period starting from the contract signing date and renewable annually based on annual performance evaluation and project needs.
Remuneration will be paid monthly in accordance with the salary scale agreed between the IsDB, Executing Agency and Ministry of Finance (in line with the relevant Government Decree);
The position may require travel to project sites within Tajikistan. Travel expenses such as daily allowance, accommodation, etc. will be reimbursed in accordance with the relevant procedures.
The Environment Safeguard Specialist will be accountable to PMU Coordinator on day-to-day project activities.
The place of work – Dushanbe and Dangara cities.
VI. Required documents:
CV;
University diplomas along with translation into English;
