Biodiversity / Marine Ecology Specialist – Tanzania, United Republic of

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Biodiversity / Marine Ecology Specialist for a transport consultancy assignment financed by UNDP in Tanzania, United Republic of.

Aninver Development Partners is preparing a proposal for a prospective UNDP-supported consultancy assignment focused on climate-resilient port infrastructure development in Tanzania, United Republic of. The initiative aims to bring a multi-purpose fishing port project to the standard of readiness required to mobilise sovereign concessional financing from Development Finance Institutions.

We are currently seeking an expert for the Biodiversity / Marine Ecology Specialist position to contribute to the environmental and social assessment workstreams, ensuring that ecological risks are properly evaluated and integrated into the project design in alignment with international standards.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Identify and assess the environmental and social risks and impacts of the project.
• Translate ecological assessments into design constraints and enforceable mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with international safeguard frameworks and lender requirements.
• Support the integration of environmental management systems into the broader project preparation package.

Scope of work

• Assess environmental and social risks and impacts of the project following international standards.
• Translate findings into design constraints, enforceable mitigation measures, and management systems.
• Evaluate baseline conditions and critical habitats associated with the coastal and marine environment.
• Contribute to the preparation of financier-ready documentation alongside multidisciplinary team members.

Your role as Biodiversity / Marine Ecology Specialist

• Conduct marine or coastal biodiversity baseline surveys for the project area.
• Perform critical habitat assessments in accordance with IFC Performance Standard 6.
• Evaluate biosecurity and invasive species risks associated with port operations and marine activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and environmental teams to integrate biodiversity safeguards into project design.
• Contribute to the preparation of environmental and social impact assessment documentation and management plans.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s in marine ecology, biodiversity or a related discipline
• At least 5 years experience, 1 marine or coastal biodiversity baseline survey, 1 critical habitat assessment under IFC PS6, biosecurity and invasive species risk experience
• Languages: Not specified

An experienced Biodiversity / Marine Ecology Specialist with a strong background in IFC PS6 critical habitat assessments, marine baseline surveys, and biosecurity risk management for coastal infrastructure projects.

Assignment details

• Location: Tanzania, United Republic of
• Financed by: UNDP
• Sector: Transport
• Estimated duration: 12 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a UNDP-financed project in Tanzania, United Republic of.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.