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Environmental Impact Assessment Expert Job Vacancy at Chemonics International


Chemonics International seeks qualified candidates for an anticipated three month consultancy to assist with the development of a Staple Crop Processing Zone (SCPZ) - a delimited area of high agricultural production where the provision of dedicated infrastructure facilities, inducements and benefits will be given a high priority
to attract local and global investments into enhancing the production, storage, preservation, processing, distribution and marketing of local agricultural produce to boost Agro-industrialization in Nigeria.
All positions require a minimum of a Bachelors degree with a Masters degree preferred, 10 years of relevant experience with expertise in the technical area and' experience on USAID or other donor- funded projects. English fluency is required. Individuals who meet the minimum requirements and
have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world and demonstrate leadership, versatility, and integrity in their work are encouraged to apply for the following position:

Job Title: Environmental Impact Assessment Expert
Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 
Provide an account of all regulatory licenses and approvals to be obtained for the proposed SCPZ project to ensure that they are in line with sound environmental management practices and are in compliance with relevant existing legislations in Nigeria.

Undertake wide consultations with relevant stakeholders (interested and affected stakeholders) and evidence of consultations shall be required.

Provide a concise description of the study area and relevant physical, biological and socio- economic resources and conditions, including, site topography and drainage systems (water
courses); the existing biodiversity of the proposed area by identifying and analyzing
composition, function and structure of species and habitats such as protected, endemic, and rapidly declining species as well as rare habitats.

Identify the potential environmental impacts associated with the proposed program; focusing on both the positive and negative effects as well as effects to the biophysical, social, economic and cultural components of the environment. The potential impacts to be assessed to include those related to project location, design, construction and operation.

Provide information on the groups of beneficiaries of the proposed project, components of the project, command area of irrigation where necessary and environmental impact assessment for the core processing area.

Describe main activities to be undertaken in implementation of the proposed SCPZ. In the description include the type of machinery to be used, the estimated costs for the activities, the type of chemicals to be used and proposed period for implementation and the potential impact and mitigation measures.

Update appropriate measures/strategies to eliminate, reduce, reverse or mitigate the identified negative impacts/effects identified including the measures to enhance the positive effects.

Propose an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) in tabular form specifying the predicted impacts, mitigation measures/enhancement measures, cost of mitigation measures, schedule of the measures and responsible persons and institutions.

Propose an Environmental Monitoring Plan by which all mitigation measures recommended in

ESMP will be monitored. The plan should include activities, the frequency of monitoring, the key monitoring indicators, resources required and the authorities responsible for monitoring.

Provide an Environmental assessment, mitigation, and potential for Green Growth/Climate-
Smart agricultural practices.

Provide recommendations for Pest management plan and a phyto-sanitary assessment and plan.


Method of Application
Qualified applicants must include a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, a CV, and a list of 3 references with contact information. Applicants must be willing to work and travel throughout Nigeria. Applications should be submitted to [email protected]
 by January 22nd, 2013.
Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. No telephone inquiries.