Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Solid Waste Systems / Infrastructure Integration Specialist for a consultancy assignment financed by United Nations in Mozambique.
Aninver Development Partners is currently preparing a competitive proposal for an upcoming consultancy assignment commissioned by the United Nations in Mozambique. The overarching project focuses on advancing landfill methane management, improving environmental performance, and optimizing solid waste infrastructure within the country's municipal sector.
To strengthen our expert team for this important initiative, we are seeking a qualified Solid Waste Systems / Infrastructure Integration Specialist. The successful candidate will play a critical role in evaluating existing and new disposal facilities, ensuring seamless integration between solid waste management systems, structural designs, and operational 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
- Establish robust technical foundations for solid waste systems and infrastructure integration in Mozambique.
- Evaluate current municipal solid waste management practices and plan for sustainable facility transitions.
- Assess feasibility and operational requirements for modern sanitary landfills and legacy disposal sites.
- Contribute to comprehensive environmental, climate, and financial performance assessments of waste infrastructure.
- Support local authorities and stakeholders in defining actionable implementation pathways for sustainable waste management.
Scope of work
- Conduct inception activities, document reviews, and site visits to evaluate baseline solid waste conditions and infrastructure.
- Perform detailed baseline assessments and estimate emissions profiles across municipal disposal facilities.
- Assess the feasibility of various landfill gas management, mitigation, and infrastructure integration options.
- Develop conceptual plans and preliminary technical layouts for integrated solid waste and gas management systems.
- Prepare technical specifications, design criteria, and documentation to support future procurement and implementation.
- Facilitate technical reviews, stakeholder validation workshops, and support government approval processes.
Your role as Solid Waste Systems / Infrastructure Integration Specialist
- Lead technical evaluations of solid waste systems, landfill design, and operational frameworks in the host country.
- Analyze current and projected waste streams, disposal capacities, and infrastructure integration requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to align landfill gas management concepts with broader site operations.
- Contribute to the design and phasing of infrastructure interventions for both active and closing disposal facilities.
- Prepare technical reports, design criteria, and implementation-oriented outputs for priority waste management measures.
- Participate in stakeholder consultations and technical validation workshops with local authorities and the United Nations.
Requirements
- Education: Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in SWM systems, landfill design, operations, and system integration
Desirable
- Previous professional experience working on United Nations or donor-funded municipal infrastructure projects in Africa.
- Familiarity with solid waste management challenges and regulatory frameworks in Mozambique or similar developing contexts.
An experienced Civil or Environmental Engineer with at least 10 years of expertise in solid waste systems, landfill design, and infrastructure integration, eager to contribute to sustainable waste management solutions in Mozambique.
Assignment details
- Location: Mozambique
- Financed by: United Nations
- Estimated duration: 8 months
- Expected input: 0.5 – 1.5 months (15-25 working days)
- 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 United Nations-financed project in Mozambique.
- 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.
