HSSE Senior Associate (Environmental Management)
Organizational Context
The Asia Pacific Regional Office oversees UNOPS operations across 17 countries, focusing on high performance and alignment with organizational goals. The South Asia Multi-Country Office (SAMCO) supports operations in six countries, providing expertise in climate change, WASH, infrastructure, and procurement. In Bangladesh, UNOPS partners with the government on SDG-aligned projects, leveraging expertise in procurement, HR, finance, and project management.
Job Purpose
The HSSE Senior Associate is responsible for coordinating and managing integrated Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental (HSSE) processes to ensure effective and compliant project implementation within the "Integrated Medical Waste Program for the Advanced Community Transformation (IMPACT)" Project in Bangladesh. This role supports the enhancement of medical waste management capabilities across six government hospitals, working closely with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and the Directorate General of Health Services. The incumbent will apply established UNOPS requirements and technical practices to coordinate implementation, monitor compliance, maintain output quality, and contribute to continuous improvement of HSSE services, mitigating contamination and outbreak risks.
Responsibilities
The HSSE Senior Associate will coordinate HSSE documentation, management plans, and compliance monitoring across all project phases. This includes coordinating risk assessments, implementing preventive measures, and monitoring contractor compliance with approved HSSE plans. The role involves conducting field inspections, documenting findings, and coordinating incident investigations and follow-up actions. Regular reporting on HSSE indicators and contributing to GESI monitoring reports are key duties. Additionally, the associate will coordinate HSSE awareness and capacity-building activities for personnel and stakeholders, adapt training materials, and facilitate regular HSSE meetings. Stakeholder engagement, supporting grievance mechanisms, and coordinating PSEAH initiatives are also integral, alongside maintaining effective working relationships and recommending improvements for GESI and HSSE integration.
Work Experience
Required experience includes Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental (HSSE) project management, conducting risk assessments, inspections, incident investigations, and facilitating training. Proficiency in computer software (Google Suite/Workspace Office) and web-based systems is also required. Experience in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country, and in development or humanitarian contexts, is desired.
Skills
Compliance Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Environmental Management Systems, Health & Safety, Report Writing, Risk Assessment