Social Development Analyst (Gender)

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.

The Sustainability and Fiduciary Solutions Department (SFD) contributes to the delivery of AIIB’s commitment to sustainable development in projects that the Bank finances through performing operational compliance management in respect of AIIB’s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), Procurement Policy, and Financial Management Guidance.

By working as part of Sustainability and Fiduciary Department (the “SFD”) the selected Social Development Analyst will participate in the preparation, implementation and reporting of projects as well as conduct any necessary research and analytical work, under the supervision of Senior Specialists. Specifically, the analyst will serve as part of the SFD Gender Social Inclusion Team, supporting project teams in mainstreaming gender considerations in AIIB operations and implementing AIIB’s Gender Action Plan. Under the Graduate Analyst program, the Analyst will rotate throughout several assignments and assume different roles and responsibilities related to the Bank’s environmental and social agenda.

 

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work as part of the SFD Gender And Social Inclusion Team, to look specifically into the gender dimensions of AIIB operations and contribute to the implementation of the AIIB Gender Action Plan.
• Support AIIB’s due diligence on the environmental and social aspects of projects, conduct desk studies to assess the environmental and social (ES) feasibility of AIIB’s projects.
• Support in the screening of the projects for potential environmental and social risks and impacts.
• Conduct studies on country systems and regulations of environmental social issues.
• Support the appraisal of the environmental social risks and impacts associated with investment projects against the requirements of AIIB’s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF).
• Support the review of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMP) prepared by clients.
• Supporting monitoring of implementation of ES aspects of the project and project compliance with AIIB’s environmental social requirements for low-risk projects, and address any issues that may arise during project implementation, including any changes in project design or scope.
• Support the preparation and review of AIIB’s internal documents associated with projects.
• Support the organization of training on environmental social impact management systems for AIIB staff and clients; and contribute to AIIB’s knowledge base on environmental and social aspects, particularly related to climate change, biodiversity and ecosystem services, and emerging ESG frameworks, land acquisition and involuntary resettlement, livelihoods, grievance management, stakeholder engagement.
• In all the above

 

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience (if with a Bachelor’s degree) or 1-2 years of relevant work experience (if with a Master’s degree) in relevant field of environmental and social sciences, including environmental planning, engineering, policy or management.
• Relevant experience doing research or working in environmental social development-related research institutes/universities, NGOs, government or consulting firms preferred.
• High levels of competency in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Knowledge of one or more areas of environmental and social impact and risks management, such as ESIA, labor, occupational health and safety, involuntary resettlement, indigenous peoples, gender and social inclusion.
• Training and working experiences on gender and social inclusion strongly desired.
• Experience of working in developing countries a plus.
• Good team player with strong initiative.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills in English.

AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation.

Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.

Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.

 

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