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Functions/Key Results Expected
1) Implementing Best Practice in HSSE at the SNSOP Project Level
2) Assurance and Technical Support on Health and Safety matters
3) Assurance and Technical Support on Environmental And Social Management
4)Training and Knowledge Management
5) Monitoring and progress control
More specifically, the HSSE Specialist will be responsible for the following substantive tasks:
1) Implementing Best Practice in HSSE at the SNSOP Project Level
Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated;
Support the production and review health, safety, social and environmental management plans, on a regular basis and ensure these are up to date at all times;
Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures on HSSE;
Prepare reports on incidents (including near misses) and compile statistical information to present to management on HSSE matters;
Ensure a safe workplace environment is maintained at all times without risk to the health and safety of everyone including workers, UNOPS staff, other stakeholders and the general public;
Support the recording and investigate incidents (including near misses) to determine the cause and to propose improvements to processes in the future;
Support with all aspects of relevant health, safety & welfare at work legislation and communicate relevant changes to the stakeholders;
Assist installations, maintenance and disposal of substances, plant and equipment etc. to ensure they are done in conformity with applicable laws and industry best practice.
2) Assurance and Technical Support on Health and Safety matters
Support project staff, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders on various safety, health, social and environmental matters related to project implementation;
Support the Programme/Projects’ teams in raising awareness on health and safety issues among project staff, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders and within UNOPS in general, working closely with the UNOPS country team, Regional and Head Quarter HSE Unit.
3) Assurance and Technical Support on Environmental And Social Management
Roll out the Environmental and Social Management Framework in consultation with the World Bank and the Government of South Sudan;
Provide technical advice to project developers and SPM on what needs to be included in project proposals to embed HSSE management into new projects;
Carrying out environmental and social screening process of site specific activities that will be conducted by communities;
Ensure that appropriate social instruments and tools are applied across the Project as set out on the ESMF.
4)Training and Knowledge Management
Carry out training and capacity building on environmental tools and frameworks, especially for new staff in the UNOPS Offices.
Assist and conduct a structured programme of health & safety training (including a well-developed induction program) for project staff, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders.
5) Monitoring and progress control
Identify challenges, opportunities, priorities and needs for the implementation of the ESMF;
Support the undertaking of monitoring and evaluation missions, as defined in the ESMF, to ensure capturing of all risks and impacts, as well as ensure that mitigation measures are implemented;
Handle additional assignments as directed by the Senior Project Manager to Monitor the implementation of instruments, such as the GBV/SEA and Child Protection Action Plan , Labour Management Procedures and Grievance Redress Mechanism;
Support the project with documentation of HSSE inspections, audits and checks.
Final Product
Requested tasks are delivered in a timely and efficient manner and according to UNOPS procedures to meet project requirements;
Accurate, well organized and complete information and records;
Client satisfaction based on feedback and performance indicators.
Education
Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in Social Science ,Health and Safety Management, Natural Sciences, Environmental Management or related discipline is required or related field;
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Health and Safety Management, Natural Sciences, Environment Management or related, in combination with additional two (2) years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of a Masters Degree.
Experience
Five (5) years of progressive experience in Health and Safety, Social and Environmental Management, or related experience is required;
Work experience or knowledge on environment and social safeguards with International Financial Institution (e.g. World Bank or Africa Development Bank) is an asset;
Skills in advisory support and capacity building, are desirable;
Experience working in South Sudan is an asset;
Experience in a conflict/post-conflict context is an asset.
Language Requirement:
Fluency in English (writing, reading and speaking) is required.
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