SPECIALISTS

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Systems Operations & Environment, the Environmental Specialist is responsible for ensuring that the KiWI Project complies fully with national environmental and social regulations as well as the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs). The incumbent conducts detailed environmental analyses of project activities to ensure alignment with relevant policies, laws, and international best practices. The Environmental Specialist will also be responsible for conducting environmental assessments, monitoring environmental aspects and impacts of the Project, and implementing measures for pollution prevention, public health protection, and environmental risk mitigation. The incumbent also contributes to the development of environmental policies, standards, programmes, and guidelines, and oversees compliance by all consultants and contractors engaged in the implementation of the Kingston Waterfront Initiative.

Key Responsibilities

 The Environmental Specialist will, inter alia:

• Coordinate and provide technical supervision, monitoring, and reporting on environmental safeguards in accordance with national legislation, the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs), and international best practices.
• Lead the implementation and application of the World Bank Environmental and Social Standards
• Support the Social Safeguards Specialist on the social-related dimensions of Stakeholder Engagement and Information Disclosure
• Collaborate with JSIF Environmental and Social Safeguards Focal Points to ensure integration of environmental considerations across all project components.

• Monitor the implementation of the Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) and ensure the effective application of recommendations from the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs).
• Prepare monthly environmental, social, health, and safety (ESHS) monitoring reports in accordance with the ESCP, reporting on the status of ESS instruments and project compliance.
• Review and update the ESMP and ESCP in response to changes in project design or findings from the mid-term review, in agreement with the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica.

• Integrate ESHS measures, including those related to public health and infectious disease mitigation, into bidding documents and procurement processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline such as Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Environmental Management, Natural Resources Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ professional experience in the preparation and supervision of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) for infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the application of the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs) and/or Safeguard Policies, or comparable environmental and social policies from other international development institutions.
• Proven experience in the preparation of Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), and other environmental risk management instruments aligned with multilateral development bank requirements.
• Experience in facilitating training sessions and stakeholder workshops related to environmental safeguards and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, communicate technical information clearly, and demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness in problem-solving.
• Fluency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience in technical and report writing.

MONITORING & EVALUATION (M&E) SPECIALIST

Job Summary:

Reporting to the KiWI Project Manager, the Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist leads the design, implementation, and management of a comprehensive M&E system for the Project. The officer ensures the collection, validation, analysis, and dissemination of accurate and timely data to support evidence-based decision-making, accountability to stakeholders, and continuous project improvement. The Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist is responsible for developing and managing the M&E Plan, monitoring key performance indicators, and coordinating regular assessments of core Project components and subprojects.

Key Responsibilities

 The Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist will, inter alia:

• Develop an M&E plan that will facilitate timely monitoring of the outputs of the Project, as well as all M&E-related project activities including capacity-building  

• Develop M&E frameworks and recommends indicators for outcome measurement 

• Ensure collection, collation and analysis of key project data (e.g. those relating to critical indicators) in a timely manner and made available in the appropriate, agreed formats for project management activities 

• Report appropriately to all stakeholders on agreed schedule (e.g. monthly to JSIF Project Manager, quarterly to MOFPS and biannually to World Bank) regarding implementation progress;  

• Develop mechanisms to identify and document ‘best practices’ and lessons learned, and support dissemination of this information.  

• Make recommendations based on M&E findings for adjustments to project designs and interventions 

• Coordinate work with partner and participating local authorities for data collection and to ensure a long-term approach to joint monitoring and evaluation. 

• Assess the need for trainings on monitoring and evaluation and information management systems and organize relevant trainings for stakeholders; 

• Lead review/revision the TORs for required Consultant services during project implementation as outlined in the M&E section of the POM; and manages the contract with the selected entities  

• Conduct periodic monitoring and evaluations of the Project and sub-projects as stipulated in the Monitoring and Evaluation Framework and Project Operations Manual (POM) 

• Periodically review the JSIF’s MIS system to ensure that accurate project information is available on the system 

• Participate in periodic project reviews undertaken by the organization and the World Bank  
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• Conduct additional project implementation-related assignments as per the requirements of the KIWI Project Manager; 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Science or Humanities discipline
• Specific training and certification in Research techniques and/or Monitoring and Evaluation  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in lead monitoring and evaluation roles on large and/or complex projects. Experience on donor-funded projects would be an asset. 
• Strong demonstrated ability in evidence-based research and planning, analytical and strategic thinking and reporting. including preparation of analytical reports 
• Knowledge and experience conducting research using qualitative and quantitative research methods 
• Experience using Excel and SPSS, and at least one qualitative research software, such as NVivo and ATLAS.ti 
• Ability to work as part of a team  
• Excellent written and verbal Communication skills  
• Experience carrying out research in urban/inner-city communities is an asset 

If you meet the requirements, please submit your application by June 12, 2026, to:

                                               General Manager Corporate Services

Jamaica Social Investment Fund

8 Richmond Avenue,

Kingston 10

                         or email: jobs@jsif.org