Consultant for Demonstrating the Environmental, Social & Economic Impact of Improved Retorts in ASGM Communities
Quick answer
Solidaridad East & Central Africa is seeking a consultant to work in Kenya and Tanzania to demonstrate the environmental, social, and economic impacts of improved retort use in ASGM communities, with a deadline to apply by 09/14/2026.
- Role
- Consultant for Demonstrating the Environmental, Social & Economic Impact of Improved Retorts in ASGM Communities
- Organization
- Solidaridad East & Central Africa
- Location
- Kenya and Tanzania
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The consultant will work closely with the P2P project team and relevant stakeholders in Kenya and Tanzania to strengthen and demonstrate sustained adoption of improved retorts among participating ASGM mines and generate their environmental, social and economic impacts.
What you'll do
- Engage with Solidaridad offices and project team
- Prepare inception report and detailed work plan
- Conduct refresher training and practical demonstrations of retort use
- Demonstrate environmental, social, and economic impacts of improved retort adoption
- Analyze evidence to establish the pathway from intervention to impact
- Develop an impact story
What it takes
- Degree in Mineral/Chemical Processing Engineering
- Experience in the small-scale gold mining sector in East Africa
- Experience in Artisanal and small-scale gold processing optimization in East Africa
- Experience with mercury management and/or mercury reduction interventions in ASGM
- Experience with Retort technology and safe mercury handling in ASGM
- Good communication skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Kenya and Tanzania.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a degree in Mineral/Chemical Processing Engineering, experience in the small-scale gold mining sector in East Africa, and experience with mercury management and/or mercury reduction interventions in ASGM.
How do I apply?
Submit an expression of interest, including a CV, an approach to executing the assignment, and a financial proposal, by close of business on September 14th, 2026, to [email protected].
How to apply
Apply directly on Solidaridad East & Central Africa's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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