Hiring Environmental Safeguards Specialist — Support for Preparation of the Modernizing Ethiopia’s Statistical System Project

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Individual Consultant Selection Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Reference No.: ET-ESS-574160-CS-INDV Hiring of Environmental Safeguards Specialist The Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) intends to recruit an Environmental Safeguards Specialist under the Modernizing Ethiopia's Statistical System Project (MESSP) Preparation Grant , financed by the World Bank. The Environmental Safeguards Specialist will support environmental risk management and ensure compliance with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and applicable national environmental regulations during MESSP preparation and implementation. The position will focus on environmental screening, monitoring of mitigation measures, occupational health and safety (OHS), e-waste management, environmental reporting, contractor compliance for civil works, and tracking environmental commitments under the project's environmental and social instruments. Duty Station: ESS Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Reporting: The Environmental Safeguards Specialist will report to the Project Manager. Contract Duration: Full-time assignment. The contract shall commence upon recruitment and cover the project preparation phase and subsequent implementation period. The initial contract period shall be one (1) year, renewable annually based on satisfactory performance and project requirements. Minimum Qualification Requirements Interested candidates should possess: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in environmental safeguards, occupational health and safety (OHS) management, or environmental compliance. Demonstrated experience implementing environmental safeguards under World Bank ESF-financed projects is highly desirable; experience with institutional, digital transformation, or ICT-focused projects will be an added advantage. Knowledge of e-waste management standards and OHS requirements applicable to ICT and office environments. Knowledge of the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), particularly ESS2 and ESS3, and Ethiopian environmental regulations. Experience in environmental monitoring and reporting. Strong analytical, communication, computer, and reporting skills. Fluency in English and Amharic. The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) can be obtained from the Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) upon request. The consultant will be selected using the Selection of Individual Consultants (INDV) method in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers . Submission Requirements Interested candidates shall submit: An Expression of Interest (EOI); Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV); and Supporting documents demonstrating relevant qualifications and experience. Deadline for Submission: 10 Nov, 2026 G.C at 5:30 PM (Ethiopia Time) Subject Line: Expression of Interest – Environmental Safeguards Specialist – ET-ESS-574160-CS-INDV Procurement Contact Ayalew Dejene Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Email: ayalewdejene69@gmail.com Tel: +251 962331133 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.