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Нийтлэсэн огноо: 2026 оны 09 сарын 29
The Ministry of Finance (MOF), as the Executing Agency, is implementing the following Asian Development Bank (ADB)-financed projects through its Integrated Project Implementation Unit (IPIU): the Border Efficiency for Sustainable Trade (BEST) Project (MON 55044-002), Loan Nos. 4419-MON and 4420-MON, and the Regional Improvement of Border Services (RIBS) Project (47174-001), including civil works and infrastructure improvements at designated border crossing points. Under these projects, the MOF is seeking to recruit an Environment and Safeguards Specialist as part of the Integrated Project Implementation Unit (IPIU) staff.
The projects are subject to the environmental safeguard requirements of the ADB Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS), 2009, applicable project environmental safeguard documents, and relevant environmental laws, regulations, standards, permits, licenses, and requirements of Mongolia.
Objectives of the assignment: The Environmental and Safeguards Specialist will provide technical expertise, monitoring, coordination, and advice to ensure that the BEST and RIBS projects comply with ADB environmental safeguard requirements and applicable environmental legislation of Mongolia.
For the BEST Project, the Specialist will support the IPIU in ensuring compliance of relevant subprojects with the environmental safeguard requirements of ADB SPS (2009) and applicable Government requirements, including the implementation of the project's Environmental Assessment and Review Framework (EARF), Initial Environmental Examinations (IEEs), Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), and other applicable environmental safeguard documents.
For the RIBS Project, the Specialist will monitor implementation of approved Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), conduct environmental compliance monitoring, and provide technical advice to ensure continued compliance with ADB and Mongolian environmental requirements.
The Specialist will be responsible for environmental assessment and safeguard document updating, environmental compliance monitoring, contractor environmental performance, environmental reporting, safeguards compliance monitoring and reporting, and coordination with relevant government authorities, ADB, consultants, and contractors.
Tasks and responsibilities: (i) Environmental Safeguard Implementation and Monitoring:
monitor implementation of approved IEEs, EMPs, C-EMPs, and other applicable environmental safeguard requirements; conduct regular and documented environmental inspections of project and construction sites, etc. (i) Environmental Assessment and Updating of Subproject Documents: Review and assess the environmental implications of proposed subproject designs, detailed engineering designs (DEDs), design changes, construction methods, project scope, site conditions, and implementation arrangements; ensure that environmental assessments remain current throughout project implementation and that changes with potential environmental implications are appropriately assessed and documented, etc. (iii) Environmental Compliance and Contractor Management: Monitor contractors' compliance with ADB SPS (2009), approved environmental safeguard documents, contractual requirements, and applicable Mongolian environmental legislation; review contractors' C-EMPs and environmental monitoring records, etc.; (iv) Environmental Permits, Incidents and Corrective Actions: Monitor compliance with applicable environmental permits, licenses, approvals, and regulatory requirements; maintain records of required environmental permits and their status, etc.; (v) Capacity Building and Coordination: Conduct or organize training and capacity-building activities on ADB environmental safeguards, environmental monitoring, EMP implementation, pollution prevention, waste management, occupational health and safety, and applicable Mongolian environmental requirements, etc.; and (vi) Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability: Monitor implementation of relevant climate change mitigation and adaptation measures incorporated into project environmental safeguard documents; etc.
If interested, please request the Terms of References by email through the address provided at the end of the announcement.
Qualifications & Experience
Education and Professional Experience
- A bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Occupational Health and Safety, or another relevant environmental field.
- At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in environmental safeguards, environmental management, environmental impact assessment, environmental monitoring, construction environmental management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience working on projects financed by International Financial Institutions (IFIs), particularly ADB, World Bank, or other development partners, will be an advantage.
- Demonstrated experience in environmental compliance monitoring of infrastructure, construction, rehabilitation, or similar projects.
- Experience in preparing, reviewing, and/or implementing IEEs, EMPs, C-EMPs, environmental monitoring reports, and corrective action plans.
- Experience in environmental permitting and coordination with relevant government environmental authorities is desirable.
- Sound knowledge of applicable Mongolian environmental laws, regulations, standards, and permitting requirements.
- Practical knowledge and experience in applying the ADB Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS), 2009, and ADB environmental safeguard requirements.
Skills and Competencies
- High proficiency in written and spoken English, with demonstrated ability to prepare technical environmental reports in English.
- Strong knowledge of ADB environmental safeguard requirements and procedures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify environmental risks, assess field-level non-compliance, and recommend practical corrective measures.
- Strong field inspection and environmental monitoring skills.
- Good understanding of pollution prevention, waste management, water and wastewater management, hazardous materials, and occupational health and safety.
- Strong report writing, documentation, and data analysis skills.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills with government authorities, ADB specialists, consultants, supervision engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, undertake regular field visits, and manage multiple environmental safeguard activities and reporting requirements simultaneously.
Expected commencement date: The assignment is expected to start in October 2026.
Qualified candidates should submit the following before 17:00 hours on 12 October 2026:
I. Application of Civil Servant (Mongolia's Form 1 with 3x4 photograph);
II. Curriculum Vitae in English;
III. Copies of diploma(s) and certificate(s) with English translation;
IV. Copy of Identification Card;
V. Copy of Social Insurance Book;
VI. Reference letters from previous employers, including the latest employer, in English and Mongolian; and
VII. Cover Letter in English.
Note: Candidates submitting incomplete application documents will be considered disqualified. The position is open only to nationals of Mongolia.
Address to receive applications:
Room number: 301, Baga toiruu street, Monreimpext Office Building 24, Sukhbaatar district, 6th khoroo, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
If you have any inquiries, please contact through:
Telephone: 976-77147711
Email: info@ipiumof.mn
