H&S Specialist – Kazakhstan

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a H&S Specialist for a construction, engineering, media consultancy assignment financed by EBRD in Kazakhstan.

Aninver Development Partners is preparing a proposal for an upcoming consultancy assignment financed by the EBRD in Kazakhstan. We are seeking an expert Health and Safety Specialist to join our team for this infrastructure modernization initiative.

The assignment focuses on providing comprehensive project feasibility assessment services, including technical, environmental, social, and green assessments for port infrastructure in Kazakhstan, adhering strictly to international financial institution standards and local regulatory frameworks.

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

• Provide expert health and safety inputs for the project feasibility assessment.
• Ensure full compliance with EBRD Performance Requirements and national occupational health and safety regulations.
• Formulate comprehensive occupational health and safety (OHS) and community health assessments.
• Integrate robust safety measures into the modernization plans for port facilities in Kazakhstan.
• Collaborate closely with local authorities, the national port enterprise, and the international project team.

Scope of work

• Conduct environmental, social, occupational health and safety, and marine biodiversity assessments in accordance with EBRD Performance Requirements and national standards.
• Formulate Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and community health assessments for port modernization activities.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory EHS requirements and regulatory obligations under Kazakhstan legislation.
• Evaluate climate change physical risks and vulnerabilities associated with port operations and infrastructure.
• Participate in stakeholder engagement and site presence activities in coordination with local authorities and the EBRD project team.

Your role as H&S Specialist

• Lead all health and safety aspects of the project feasibility assessment in Kazakhstan.
• Perform targeted occupational and community health and safety assessments aligned with IFI standards.
• Review existing port infrastructure safety conditions and operational risks.
• Formulate OHS management frameworks and mitigation measures for construction and operational phases.
• Coordinate with environmental and social specialists to ensure a cohesive approach to EHS compliance.
• Contribute to reporting deliverables, including inputs for the Local Feasibility Study (TEO).
• Engage with national stakeholders and ensure alignment with local statutory planning and permitting frameworks.

Requirements

• Education: University graduate in occupational health and safety, engineering or a similar field. A recognised professional H&S qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent) is an asset
• Languages: Fluency in English is essential. Knowledge of Kazakh or Russian is an asset

Desirable

• Preferably 10 years of general working experience in occupational and community health and safety
• Preferably 5 years of experience in similar projects, including H&S assessments for IFI-financed projects
• A recognised professional H&S qualification such as NEBOSH or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Kazakh or Russian languages.

An experienced Health and Safety Specialist with a background in IFI-financed infrastructure projects, holding strong expertise in occupational health standards, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance in Kazakhstan.

Assignment details

• Location: Kazakhstan
• Financed by: EBRD
• Sector: Construction, engineering, media
• 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 EBRD-financed project in Kazakhstan.
• 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.