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IFC โ a member of the World Bank Group โ is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org
IFC is seeking a motivated Environmental & Social (E&S) Specialist with strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills experience primarily to support its Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services (MAS) business across India and South Asia. This professional will provide E&S guidance to clients and investment and advisory teams on E&S matters vis-ร -vis IFC Performance Standards (PS) and Sustainability Policy, with the aim of promoting compliance and enhancing the impact and additionality of IFC-supported business activities.
Roles and Responsibilities
โขย Undertake Environmental and Social (E&S) due diligence to identify E&S risks and impacts associated with IFC investments primarily across manufacturing, agribusiness and services (MAS) sectors against the requirements of IFCโs Performance Standards, including identification of mitigation measures to ensure compliance with IFC PS and World Bank Group EHS Guidelines (www.ifc.org/ehsguidelines).โขย Prepare public disclosure documents for new investments as well as other internal documentation in the investment project cycle.โขย Support formulation of E&S legal conditions for IFC projects.โขย Help identify systemic bottlenecks existing in the market that prevent adequate E&S risk management in MAS sub-sectors.โขย Monitor the E&S performance of selected portfolio companies through review of monitoring reports and site visits.โขย Support development of sectoral and regional portfolio reviews and in developing an understanding of systematic compliance issues in the portfolio.ย โขย Contribute to the design and delivery of learning programs on sustainability and environmental risk management for IFC clients and investment staff.โขย Represent IFC at technical meetings, industry events and E&S fora.
Selection Criteria
โขย Advanced (Masters) degree in science, engineering, environment, natural resources or similar.โขย Minimum 8-12 years relevant professional experience, including private sector experience in sustainability and E&S risk management and preferable in Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services sectors. International experience in emerging markets will be advantageous.โขย Experience in one or more areas of E&S risk management, e.g. EHS risk assessment and management; occupational, health and safety; E&S due diligence, environmental audits.โขย Experience working with IFC/World Bank/ADB E&S Policies and Standards.ย โขย Willingness to travel regularly both inside India and within South Asia.ย โขย Strong analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze and summarize diverse sources and draw conclusions from limited data.โขย Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.โขย Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing circumstances, organize and prioritize deliverables, and maintain attention to detail.โขย Ability to communicate effectively and concisely on complex E&S issues in spoken and written form.โขย Proficiency in English essential, with Hindi or other Indian language skills an advantage.ย ย โขย Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team, influence and negotiate point of view within teams.โขย High personal integrity and emotional intelligence, with the ability to handle sensitive matters in a discreet and respectful manner, respond diplomatically and remain calm under pressure.
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