Environmental and Social Impact Specialist – Tanzania

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Environmental and Social Impact Specialist for a consultancy assignment financed by UNIDO in Tanzania.

Aninver Development Partners SL is currently preparing a proposal for an upcoming UNIDO technical assistance initiative in Tanzania focused on strengthening the coffee value chain through resilience, circularity, equity, and efficiency. As part of this initiative, a business feasibility study is being conducted for the establishment and operation of a flagship Coffee Training Center designed to serve as a regional hub for excellence in post-harvest processing, quality enhancement, entrepreneurship, and knowledge exchange.

We are seeking an expert Environmental and Social Impact Specialist to join our multidisciplinary consulting team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that the proposed training center and its associated operations adhere strictly to international environmental and social safeguards, promoting sustainable industrial development and circular economy models within the sector.

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

• Ensure full compliance with international environmental and social standards during the feasibility study and planning phase.
• Promote sustainable and inclusive practices within the national coffee value chain.
• Integrate circular economy principles into the operational framework of the training center.
• Safeguard environmental resources and support equitable socio-economic benefits for local communities.

Scope of work

• Conduct stakeholder mapping and engagement with institutional partners, local authorities, and sector actors.
• Perform context analysis and data collection on value chain challenges, opportunities, and local environmental conditions.
• Contribute to the definition of the Coffee Training Center concept by integrating sustainability considerations into core services.
• Support market analysis and needs assessments with a focus on inclusive business practices and local socio-economic impacts.
• Assist in the development of the overall business model and operational structures from an environmental and social perspective.
• Draft a comprehensive Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) and define mitigation strategies for potential operational impacts.

Your role as Environmental and Social Impact Specialist

• Perform environmental and social screening for the planned facilities and training operations.
• Develop a robust Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) aligned with international standards such as IFC and UNIDO guidelines.
• Design practical mitigation strategies to address potential environmental footprints and social risks associated with coffee processing and waste by-products.
• Collaborate with the team leader and business development experts to embed sustainability measures into the financial and operational models.
• Engage with relevant national authorities and stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment and local buy-in.
• Contribute specialized inputs to the final feasibility study report regarding environmental sustainability and social equity.

Requirements

• Education: Not specified
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMP), Environmental and Social Screening, Mitigation Strategies, and Compliance with International Standards (e.g., IFC, UNIDO guidelines)
• Languages: English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written)

Desirable

• Prior consulting experience on UNIDO or other international donor-funded projects in East Africa.
• Familiarity with the agricultural sector, specifically value chain development and agro-industrial waste management.

An experienced Environmental and Social Impact Specialist with at least 7 years of expertise in crafting ESMPs, conducting environmental screenings, and applying IFC or UNIDO guidelines within agricultural or industrial development projects in East Africa.

Assignment details

• Location: Tanzania
• Financed by: UNIDO
• 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 UNIDO-financed project in Tanzania.
• 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.