Environment Safeguards Officer – Project Compliance

Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Mandaluyong

On-site

PHP 1,678,000 - 2,516,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Housing and education allowance

Expatriate benefits

Relocation

Retirement plan

Medical and health benefits

Paid leave (including parental)

Life and other insurance plans

Staff development

Job summary

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) invites applications for the role of Safeguards Officer (Environment). Based in Port Moresby, you will support the Office of Safeguards in ensuring environmental safeguards are integrated into projects across the Asia-Pacific region.

You will lead due diligence, review EIA/ESMP, and advise borrowers on best practices, while contributing to policy development, knowledge sharing, and capacity building within a multicultural, international environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related fields; advanced training preferred.
At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in environment safeguards.
Familiarity with safeguard policies and environmental requirements.
Proficiency in environmental assessment tools and methods.
Analytical and conceptual thinking with strong planning skills.
Ability to work in a multicultural, collaborative setting.
English and local language proficiency.

Responsibilities

Ensure adoption and monitoring of environmental safeguards in projects.
Conduct due diligence and prepare safeguard documents and categorization forms.
Review environmental and social impact assessments and plans.
Advise clients on incorporating safeguards in project design and implementation.
Lead safeguard review missions and compile progress reports.
Monitor compliance and report to OSFG and regional teams.
Support knowledge sharing and capacity development.