Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental Associate
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
UNOPS (United Nations Office for Project Services) operates in 23 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. Established to support the implementation of projects that improve infrastructure resilience, UNOPS aims to enhance quality of life and promote inclusive growth. The organization also plays a crucial role in public health by ensuring access to essential medicines and medical equipment, thereby improving healthcare services. UNOPS is committed to transparent, efficient, and equitable public management, aligning its interventions with national priorities to help countries advance towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Job Overview:
The Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental Associate will be a key member of the UNOPS project team, providing support for infrastructure project management at the national level. This role involves monitoring and verifying compliance with environmental, health, and safety commitments derived from environmental viability assessments, as well as adhering to UNOPS standards and national regulations. The Associate will actively participate in socio-environmental management, conflict resolution, and addressing technical aspects that may impact project phases, ensuring traceability and compliance with project objectives. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that project execution adheres to excellence in health, safety, and environmental standards, fostering a safe and healthy work environment while maintaining transparent relationships with stakeholders and complying with UNOPS Environmental and Social Sustainability Framework (ESMS) and applicable regulatory frameworks.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Educational Background:
Required: Secondary education diploma with 6 years of experience. A bachelor's degree may replace some years of experience. Desirable: A bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or related areas.
Experience:
Required: At least 6 years of field experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (HSSE). Experience may be reduced based on academic credentials. Desirable: Knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 39001), experience in public infrastructure projects, and familiarity with social safeguards in projects funded by international financial institutions.
Languages:
Mandatory: Fluent in Spanish. Desirable: Intermediate proficiency in English.
Additional Notes:
The position is classified as an Associate level (ICS 06) and is a regular support contract (ICA - LICA). The contract duration is ongoing, subject to availability of funds. UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes and applications must be submitted before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the selection process. UNOPS is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.
UNOPS (United Nations Office for Project Services) operates in 23 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. Established to support the implementation of projects that improve infrastructure resilience, UNOPS aims to enhance quality of life and promote inclusive growth. The organization also plays a crucial role in public health by ensuring access to essential medicines and medical equipment, thereby improving healthcare services. UNOPS is committed to transparent, efficient, and equitable public management, aligning its interventions with national priorities to help countries advance towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Job Overview:
The Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental Associate will be a key member of the UNOPS project team, providing support for infrastructure project management at the national level. This role involves monitoring and verifying compliance with environmental, health, and safety commitments derived from environmental viability assessments, as well as adhering to UNOPS standards and national regulations. The Associate will actively participate in socio-environmental management, conflict resolution, and addressing technical aspects that may impact project phases, ensuring traceability and compliance with project objectives. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that project execution adheres to excellence in health, safety, and environmental standards, fostering a safe and healthy work environment while maintaining transparent relationships with stakeholders and complying with UNOPS Environmental and Social Sustainability Framework (ESMS) and applicable regulatory frameworks.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage and monitor health, safety, and environmental (HSSE) compliance on-site by conducting regular inspections to ensure safe and healthy working conditions.
- Anticipate and recognize hazardous situations in the field, coordinating rapid responses to contingencies.
- Supervise the quality of health and safety actions, including problem resolution during project execution.
- Verify the implementation of occupational health and safety training for workers, ensuring compliance with national regulations and UNOPS guidelines regarding signage, emergency equipment, and waste management.
- Conduct occupational and environmental risk assessments and ensure compliance with social and environmental safeguards on-site.
- Investigate, report, and document security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security incidents, following up until resolution.
- Coordinate and collaborate on health, safety, and environmental commitments according to resolutions from relevant governmental institutions and UNOPS guidelines.
- Support the integration of sustainability, safety, and occupational health actions in accordance with UNOPS management system policies and procedures.
- Provide technical guidance on HSSE matters to project teams. 1
- Generate monthly reports detailing field management (HSSE) and communicate emerging issues to the Project Manager. 1
- Assist in risk management for prevention and mitigation, recommending corrective actions to the Project Manager. 1
- Maintain updated management indicators in UNOPS systems and contribute to regular reporting and documentation management.
Required Qualifications:
- Secondary education diploma with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience is required.
- A university degree at the bachelor's level may substitute for some years of experience.
- Desirable: A bachelor's degree in Engineering (Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Hygiene, Forestry) or related fields.
Educational Background:
Required: Secondary education diploma with 6 years of experience. A bachelor's degree may replace some years of experience. Desirable: A bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or related areas.
Experience:
Required: At least 6 years of field experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (HSSE). Experience may be reduced based on academic credentials. Desirable: Knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 39001), experience in public infrastructure projects, and familiarity with social safeguards in projects funded by international financial institutions.
Languages:
Mandatory: Fluent in Spanish. Desirable: Intermediate proficiency in English.
Additional Notes:
The position is classified as an Associate level (ICS 06) and is a regular support contract (ICA - LICA). The contract duration is ongoing, subject to availability of funds. UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes and applications must be submitted before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the selection process. UNOPS is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.
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