NATIONAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUTHORITY OF UGANDA (NITA-U) REGIONAL COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM (RCIP) ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

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1 NATIONAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUTHORITY OF UGANDA (NITA-U) REGIONAL COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM (RCIP) ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST TERMS OF REFERENCE JANUARY

2 REGIONAL COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM (RCIP) TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST 1.0 BACKGROUND The Government of Uganda has secured funding from the International Development Association (IDA) to finance various activities under the Regional Communications Infrastructure Program (RCIP). The Regional Communication Infrastructure Program (RCIP) Uganda will complement existing country ICT and e-government Infrastructure initiatives by helping boost the already existing e-government infrastructure and bridge the financing and technical gaps. The project will be implemented by the National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U). The beneficiaries will be the Ministry of Information Communications Technology (MoICT) and Public Procurement and Disposal of Public assets Authority (PPDA). It is intended that part of the proceeds of this credit, will be applied to eligible payments for the services of hiring of an Environmental specialist on a retainer basis. The National Information Technology Authority Uganda (NITA-U) is the Implementing Agency for the project, through a Project Implementation Office (PIO). Applications are hereby invited from eligible, suitably qualified and experienced persons for the vacant position of Environmental specialist to be based at the PIO at NITA-U Headquarters. 2.0 OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT. The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) wishes to recruit an Environmental Specialist on a retainer basis, whose main objective is to ensure that environmental, health and safety aspects are adequately observed and addressed during the design and implementation of programme activities. The selected consultant will be responsible for coordinating and leading in planning, technical supervision, compliance monitoring and analysis, and reporting implementation of environmental and social aspects of the project in line with environmental requirements of the 2

3 Government of Uganda and in conformance with the Environmental and Social Safeguard Policies and/or Standards of IDA. 3.0 REPORTING. The Environmental Specialist will administratively report to RCIP Project Coordinator and functionally to the Manager Planning. 4.0 RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS. a) Developing implementation guidelines for mainstreaming environmental aspects into the project work plans and activities in line with requirements in the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF). b) Support the development, maintenance and operation of the Environment and Social Safeguards system, compliance monitoring system including reporting progress of implementation of Environment and Social Safeguards. c) Undertake environmental and social screening of all project activities, developing appropriate safeguard instruments where necessary such as, Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), Terms of Reference for required ESIAs, Environmental Audits, etc. d) Review and monitor progress of implementation of the contractors Environmental and Social Management Plans, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIAs) and/or Environmental Social Impact Statements and ensure they are in accordance with the agreed environmental and social safeguards frameworks. e) Review, supervise and monitor progress of the contractors occupational health and safety plan and ensure that the health and safety of the general public and the contractors workforce are not compromised as a result of the programme. f) Build capacity of project teams and other stakeholders in identification and use of environmental friendly practices including systematic implementation of environmental and social safeguards. g) Undertake stakeholder engagement and awareness creation on all environmental matters related to the programme in line with the Environment and Social Management Framework (ESMF). 3

4 h) Monitor, coordinate and produce periodic (monthly and quarterly) performance reports on environmental and social safeguards of the programme. i) Document lessons learnt in mitigation and resolution of environment and social issues during the implementation of the programme. j) Support the Social Scientists in the design and execution of the Grievance Redress Mechanism with particular regard to environmental matters. k) Advice Management on strategies for strengthening implementation of Environment and Social Safeguards measures. l) Liaising with IDA Safeguards Specialists, NEMA and other Government Agencies on Environmental and Social Management of the RCIP programme m) Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time. 5.0 EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS The applicant should be holding i. a minimum of a Master of Science Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental and Natural Resources Management, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Chemistry and/or related disciplines. ii. iii. Possession of Post Graduate Diploma and/or professional qualifications in Environmental impact assessment will be added advantage. Valid Registration of Environmental Practitioner (EIA & Environmental Auditor) with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA). 6.0 RELEVANT EXPERIENCE a) At least 8 years of work experience in planning, designing and implementation of environmental related interventions. 4

5 b) Experience in conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and developing Environmental and Social Management Plans. c) Familiarity with the GoU s Environmental Policy, Laws, Regulations, Guidelines, and Environmental and Social Safeguard requirements of the World Bank will be added advantage. 7.0 DURATION OF EMPLOYMENT The consultant will be deployed on retainer-basis over the entire 5 year period of the project. 8.0 OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCES i) Communications: Very good communication skills (spoken and written), including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences on environmental related matters, good negotiation skills and to prepare a variety of written documents, contracts, reports, etc. in a clear, concise style. ii) Teamwork: Very good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. iii) Integrity: Must be a person of proven honesty and does not tolerate corruption and unethical behaviors in all its forms and manifestations. iv) Innovation: Must be a person with ability to seek new ways of doing things efficiently to deliver value to our customers. v) Customer Centricity: Must be a person who strives to satisfy customers and clients. Should be able to understand what the customer wants and delivering it flawlessly. vi) Quality: Must be a person who thinks of quality and continuous improvement in his/she our work. 9.0 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their application form (which can be down loaded from the NITA-U official website with a cover letter, supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and addresses of both the applicant and three referees to the address below. 5

6 The Executive Director, National Information Technology Authority UGANDA (NITA-U), Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass) P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda Tel: Or via (application shouldn t be more than 10MBs) Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts. The deadline for applications is 9 th February, 2016 (Not later than hours Local Time). No application will be accepted without a duly completed and signed standard application form (referred to above) and copies of academic documents. All hand delivered applications MUST be stapled FEEDBACK Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling and or any other backdoor attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in ones favour, will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate without any recourse. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 6