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Solid Waste Specialist

EIB - European Investment Bank - 02 July 2009

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Job Description

Reference:PJ09WWW09

Appointment to the post is for a fixed period of 3 years with the possibility of prolongation

Business Unit

Projects Directorate (PJ) - Convergence and Environment Department (COENV) - Development projects, New Initiatives, Solid Waste Division
The successful candidate will undertake technical, economic and environmental assessment and monitoring of solid waste investment projects and programmes, in all countries where the Bank operates, and in accordance with its procedures.

Responsibilities

• Within multidisciplinary teams, appraise and monitor the long-term technical, economic, environmental and social viability of investment projects and programmes in the solid waste sector;
• Contribute to overall sector studies and other analyses as well as development of appraisal methodologies for the sectors;
• Assist in the assessment and definition of country sector strategies and identification of new projects;
• Manage Technical Assistant programmes and external consultants;
• Promote the understanding of the solid waste sector within the Bank. Maintain contacts with outside networks, including the European Commission and other international institutions through active representation at sectoral events.

Qualifications

• University (Engineering or Economics) degree in the field of solid waste management or related discipline;
• At least 8 years of professional experience in the sector including the preparation and screening of feasibility and market studies, profitability and risk analyses, and assessment of corporate and/or public bodies;
• Knowledge of EU regulations ;
• Work experience gained inside and outside the European Union. Awareness of development issues would be a strong advantage;
• Proficiency in standard computer applications
• Excellent knowledge of English or French and a good command of the other.

Competencies

• Good interpersonal, team-working and communication skills;
• Good analytical and reasoning skills, with capacity to provide sound judgement;
• Clear and concise written and oral expression
• Ability to work independently on tasks requiring technical knowledge and personal maturity;
• Capacity to work under pressure and to deliver on-time, high quality product;
• Ability to operate in international environments, including those of developing countries.

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Deadline for applications: 25 July 2009

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