FAO Somalia ESIA Expert Job in Nairobi Kenya

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/039/2011

Issued on: 10 Nov 2011

Deadline for Application: 18 Nov 2011

Position Title: ESIA Expert

Grade Level: Consultant

Duty Station: Nairobi, with travel to Burco (Somaliland) and Galkayo (Puntland)

Organizational Unit: Somalia Country Office (FAO-Somalia)

Duration: 1 month

Eligible Candidates: Kenyans and Somali nationals

Anticipated start date: 22nd November 2011

Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator/Manager the ESIA expert needs to:

Undertake an environmental screening and scooping for initial environmental evaluation exercise, the following screening criteria of environmental issues will be addressed:-

a) Physical Environment

Drainage patterns especially in relation to surface water, storm water and other run off related aspects.State of underground water sources including quality and production potential and sustainability of wells.Soil condition, contamination and landscape alterations/degradation(based on aesthetic aspects) associated with the proposed project.Dust, noise and vibration.Alternative renewable energy sources and the associated costs.b) Implications to the ambient environment (natural environment)
Planted flora and other biotics adjacent to the site and adjacent plots.Impacts on adjacent streams and/or dry river beds (pollution indicators, impacts on water flow patterns and quality aspects user interference and contamination.Topography, effects on soil and landscape.Other pertinent issues.Considering that there is no town water or sewerage system to the sites identify a reliable source of water and suggest appropriate solid waste and effluent management (Attach drawings, if appropriate)

Minimum qualifications

Specialization in livestock, water development, rural development or socioeconomic related science at university or post graduate level from a recognized university, Registered as ESIA expert with a background a recognized national, regional or international agency.Proven training and track record in ESIA of slaughterhouse or related industries with at least 3 years experience in ESIA in the region.Ability to work and move in Somalia.Computer competent and fluent in English.ESIA Report with appropriate recommendations for H- foods and Mubarak IITo Apply:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/039/2011 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal History (PH) form (available at http://www.fao.org/VA/adm11e.dot - see following page for guidelines on how to fill it out).

E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org.

The subject line of the e-mail message should read CONFIDENTIAL – FAO/039/2011.

If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked CONFIDENTIAL – FAO/039/2011 and sent to the following address:

FAO-Somalia
UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex
Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road
P.O. Box 30470-00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications may also be faxed, again clearly indicating CONFIDENTIAL - FAO/039/2011 in the subject line, to +254-20-4000333.

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

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