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FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in civil society, peacebuilding, health, nutrition, education, economic development, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,200 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.

FHI 360 implements the USAID Tunisia Ma3an project. USAID Ma3an’s goal is to increase youth participation in Tunisia’s civic and political life, address youth grievances, and prevent
radicalization in Tunisian communities vulnerable to violent extremism. Ma3an does this by equipping youth with the skills to engage in civic action to address community needs and youth grievances through positive youth development (PYD) and by enhancing Tunisian capabilities to prevent violent extremism (PVE). Ma3an uses a community-driven PYD-PVE model that is
participatory, and solutions focused and helps to inform interventions that are gender and socially inclusive in 40 target communities.

Job Summary:

The Environmental Specialist will be responsible for developing USAID required environmental compliance documentation, including environmental mitigation and monitoring plans (EMMPs) and annual environmental mitigation and monitoring reports (EMMRs) as well as any environmental assessments required for USAID Ma3an-funded community development activities, including small-scale construction and infrastructure projects. S/he will ensure the project’s compliance with USAID environmental regulation and reporting requirements, local Tunisian environmental regulations and policies as well as the FHI 360’s Environmental Guidelines. 

Position Responsibilities

• Reporting directly to the Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party, the Environmental Specialist will develop environmental impact assessments (if required) to assure compliance with USAID, Tunisian regulations and in line with international environmental standards. The Specialist will work closely with USAID and project staff to adjust project activities as needed;
• Prepare environmental screening forms (ESFs) and environmental mitigation and monitoring plans (EMMPs) and reports for relevant community development activities;
• Prepare annual environmental mitigation and monitoring reports (EMMRs) for review and approval by USAID; and ensure that Ma3an remains in full compliance with all USAID, Tunisian and FHI 360 required systems and documentation.
• Train staff and partners on environmental mitigation and monitoring of community development activities and carry out periodic monitoring visits in Ma3an target communities;
• Present environmental monitoring information to local and USAID counterparts, including the project AOR and the Mission Environmental Officer (MEO).
• Collaborate closely with FHI 360 and USAID Environmental Compliance experts.