A ESIA & RAP SPECIALIST position is currently open at Duudahab Investment Ltd with the duty station in Somalia. The successful candidate will bring strong Environment experience spanning at least 5 - 6 years. The application deadline is May, 18 — early applications are encouraged.
VACANCY: ESIA & RAP SPECIALIST
Employer: Duudahab Investment Ltd
Location: Somalia / Kenya (with travel to field sites)
Contract: Consultancy Reports To: Program Manager
INSTITUTIONAL BACKGROUND Duudahab Investment Ltd is a private, multi-sectoral service provider with over 10 years of experience delivering practical, client-oriented solutions across Somalia and the wider East African region. The firm offers a broad range of services, including project implementation, infrastructure development, and technical advisory, across sectors such as humanitarian response, livelihoods, and community development. Operating in Somalia, Kenya, and beyond, Duudahab Investment Ltd collaborates with governments, development partners, NGOs, and private sector actors to deliver efficient, sustainable, and inclusive development outcomes.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Duudahab Investment Ltd is seeking a highly qualified ESIA & RAP Specialist to lead the preparation, review, and monitoring of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) and Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs) for infrastructure and development projects. The Specialist will ensure compliance with national environmental regulations and international safeguard standards, including World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and IFC Performance Standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Assessment & Planning • Lead and manage preparation of ESIA, ESMPs, RAPs, Livelihood Restoration Plans (LRPs), and related safeguards instruments for project components. • Conduct environmental & social screening, studies, socio-economic surveys, stakeholder mapping, and public consultations. • Ensure preparation of safeguard instruments in compliance with donors’ requirements such as World Bank ESF, IFC Performance Standards, and applicable national legislation. Stakeholder Engagement & Field Coordination • Facilitate stakeholders’ engagement and community consultations, public hearings, and engagement with national and local authorities, and relevant private sector stakeholders. • Support grievance redress mechanisms and documentation of community feedback. Implementation & Monitoring • Monitor implementation of ESMPs and RAPs during project execution, ensuring compliance with safeguards and mitigation measures. • Conduct field supervision, compliance checks, and prepare periodic monitoring reports. 1 Reporting & Capacity Strengthening • Prepare high-quality technical reports, compliance documentation, and safeguard monitoring tools. • Provide training and technical support to project teams, implementing partners, and stakeholders on environmental and social safeguards.
About Somalia
Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Cusub