Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Team Leader / Senior Solid Waste Management Specialist / Environmental Engineer for a consultancy assignment financed by United Nations in Mozambique.
Aninver Development Partners is preparing a proposal for a United Nations-backed consultancy assignment focusing on solid waste management and environmental infrastructure improvement in Mozambique. The initiative addresses critical urban challenges related to municipal waste disposal, environmental performance, and greenhouse gas mitigation in the country.
We are seeking a qualified Team Leader / Senior Solid Waste Management Specialist / Environmental Engineer to lead this strategic assignment. The expert will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, guide technical feasibility assessments, and oversee the development of sustainable landfill gas management solutions for existing and future disposal facilities.
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
- Lead the overall delivery of the solid waste management and environmental infrastructure assignment in Mozambique.
- Support local municipal authorities and project implementation units in developing feasible, cost-effective, and implementation-oriented landfill gas solutions.
- Establish robust technical bases for landfill gas planning, methane quantification, and climate change mitigation.
- Coordinate stakeholder consultations, technical reviews, and validation workshops with government counterparts and international donors.
- Ensure high-quality technical outputs, timely execution, and alignment with international environmental and engineering standards.
Scope of work
- Execute an inception phase involving document review, baseline data compilation, and mandatory site visits.
- Conduct baseline assessments, including methane generation and emission modeling under current and projected operational conditions.
- Perform feasibility assessments for landfill gas management options tailored to active and closing disposal sites.
- Develop site-specific, decision-ready conceptual plans and preliminary system configurations for landfill gas infrastructure.
- Prepare technical specifications, design criteria, and implementation-oriented outputs for priority methane mitigation measures.
- Assess the environmental, climate, and financial performance of proposed interventions, including greenhouse gas reduction benefits.
- Provide guidance on implementation pathways, institutional arrangements, and integration with ongoing municipal infrastructure programs.
Your role as Team Leader / Senior Solid Waste Management Specialist / Environmental Engineer
- Act as the primary point of contact for the United Nations, municipal authorities, and project stakeholders in Mozambique.
- Manage the team of international and national experts, ensuring seamless coordination across engineering, environmental, and financial disciplines.
- Lead the technical direction of feasibility studies, investment preparation, and landfill gas management strategies.
- Oversee the quantification of methane emissions and the evaluation of passive and active gas management, flaring, and cover improvement systems.
- Facilitate stakeholder validation workshops and provide expert support for government approvals of final technical outputs.
- Deliver inception, progress, and final technical reports in accordance with project timelines and quality standards.
Requirements
- Education: Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in solid waste management or environmental infrastructure, with demonstrated experience leading feasibility studies and investment preparation assignments
Desirable
- Previous professional experience in Mozambique or the broader Southern African region.
- Familiarity with United Nations operational procedures and reporting standards.
- Demonstrated expertise in landfill gas capture, flaring, and greenhouse gas mitigation projects.
An experienced Team Leader and Environmental Engineer with a strong background in solid waste management, landfill gas infrastructure, and leading donor-funded feasibility studies in developing countries.
Assignment details
- Location: Mozambique
- Financed by: United Nations
- Estimated duration: 8 months
- Expected input: 4.0 – 5.0 months (55-70 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.
