Risk Analyst - Social and Environmental Standards
Quick answer
UNDP is hiring an in-office Risk Analyst in Abuja, Nigeria, to manage Social and Environmental Standards compliance and strengthen institutional capacity for sustainable development projects.
- Role
- Risk Analyst - Social and Environmental Standards
- Organization
- UNDP
- Location
- Abuja, Nigeria
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The UNDP is seeking a Risk Analyst to ensure Social and Environmental Standards (SES) compliance across their Nigeria country office programming. The role involves conducting quality assurance reviews of project screenings, building staff and partner capacity regarding safeguards, and managing knowledge resources to mitigate environmental and social risks. The selected candidate will help the organization fulfill its commitment to sustainable development and protect vulnerable populations from inadvertent harm.
What you'll do
- Conduct quality reviews of Social and Environmental Screening Procedure (SESP) drafts.
- Perform safeguards oversight missions for projects as required.
- Develop and implement action plans to strengthen SES implementation.
- Coordinate capacity building, training, and awareness sessions for staff and partners.
- Maintain a library of project safeguards documents and document lessons learned.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience.
- Expertise in environmental and social safeguards.
- Strong skills in programme management and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to work in culturally diverse environments and teams.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Abuja, Nigeria, and requires the selected candidate to work in-office.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualifications for this role?
Candidates are required to have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience, preferably with expertise in environmental and social safeguards and programme management.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNDP's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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