The purpose of the Senior Capacity Development Officer (with Environmental and social safeguard responsibilities) is to lead and coordinate all capacity development aspect of TRAIL III Project and Rural Connectivity for Improved Food Security Program(RCFSP), ensuring compliance with environmental and social safeguard standards. The incumbent will provide technical assistance and capacity building for field-based officers to partners at national and regional levels, integrating social inclusion, gender equity, climate resilience, and environmental risk mitigation into all deliverables. The incumbent will bring thematic competence in social and institutional development , environmental and social safeguard skills to ensure that all deliverables pertaining to building capacity and partnership development components are accomplished on time and according to approved scope of work.
The incumbent will lead, coordinate, and support landscape analysis and needs assessments, promote the inclusion of trail bridges in government strategic plans and budget allocations, and facilitate the establishment of Trail Bridge technical units at national and regional levels. Responsibilities include strengthening trail bridge operation and maintenance systems, supporting local production of construction materials, and building the capacity of construction and consulting firms. The incumbent will also lead studies, generate lessons, and ensure that all activities integrate social inclusion, gender equity, and environmental safeguard measures to minimize risks and promote sustainability.
Aligned with HELVETAS’ long-term strategy of gradually transitioning from direct implementation to capacitated partners, the incumbent is expected to collaborate with the TRAIL program director and Resource mobilization and partnership expert in the advocacy efforts and provide technical backstopping services, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and safeguard frameworks.
Duties and Responsibilities
Capacity Strengthening:
Project Implementation
Quality Assurance, Documentation, and Reporting
Education and Training:
Professional Experience:
Skills and Competencies Required:
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by sending their application and updated CV through HumanResources.ETH@helvetas.org .
Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
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