Jr Hsec, Social or ESG

Job Summary

The Junior HSEC / Social / ESG Officer will support the implementation and monitoring ofHealth, Safety, Environment, Social, or ESG requirements across projects in Guinea. The role involves field-based monitoring, stakeholder engagement, data collection, and reporting in line withGuinean regulations, client standards, andinternational E&S frameworks.

This role is suitable for a proactive professional with hands-on experience inHSEC, social safeguards, or ESG, seeking to grow within project-based or consulting environments.

Key Responsibilities

HSEC (Health, Safety & Environment)

• Support implementation ofHSE policies, procedures, and site-specific HSE plans.
• Conductsite inspections, toolbox talks, and safety awareness sessions.
• Monitor compliance withGuinean HSE regulations and client requirements.
• Support incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Assist with environmental monitoring (waste management, emissions, water, dust, noise, biodiversity).

Social & Environmental Safeguards

• Support implementation and monitoring ofESMPs and site mitigation measures.
• Assist instakeholder engagement and community consultations.
• Supportgrievance redress mechanisms (GRM) and documentation of complaints.
• Collect social data related to labor and working conditions, community health and safety, and land access.

ESG & Compliance

• Support ESG data collection, tracking, and reporting.
• Assist in preparation ofHSEC / ESG monitoring reports for clients and lenders.
• Support compliance withIFC Performance Standards, World Bank ESF, AfDB safeguards, and relevant ISO standards.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and E&S assessments.

General Duties

• Participate infield missions and site visits across Guinea.
• Maintain accurate HSEC / ESG records and documentation.
• Support training, awareness campaigns, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree inEnvironmental Sciences or Social Sciences or HSE or Sustainability or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience inHSEC, social safeguards, ESG, or E&S roles, preferably inmining, infrastructure, energy, or construction projects.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge ofHSEC and ESG principles and field implementation.
• Familiarity withESIAs, ESMPs, and monitoring frameworks.
• Understanding ofinternational standards (IFC PS, World Bank ESF, AfDB).
• Strong reporting and data collection skills.
• Ability to work inremote and multicultural environments.
• Good communication skills inFrench (English an advantage).

Preferred

• Previous experience working inGuinea or West Africa.
• Basic HSE or ESG certifications (NEBOSH, ISO 14001/45001 awareness, etc.).
• Experience with community engagement or field surveys.