Organization: UNDP Yemen, through Stars Orbit Consultants and Management Development (SOC).

• VA No. VA26/97
• Position Title: Expert Roster of National Social and Environmental Safeguard Consultants
• Duty Station: UNDP Yemen (different governorates)
• National or International Consultancy:    National
• Duration: Minimum of one (1) year. The duration may be extended for up to another 1 year (maximum of year (2) years for the entire contract duration) if their performance evaluation is deemed satisfactory and if there is an ongoing requirement.
• Number of Required Positions: 1
• Vacancy Date of Issue: 28 June 2026
• Vacancy Closure Date: 11 July 2026 
• Expected Starting Date: The roster experts shall be available on demand. Further candidate’s availability will be enquired.

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Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resource management, social sciences, development studies, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is highly desirable.

Minimum years of relevant work experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience in environmental and social safeguards, impact assessment, or related fields. 
• Experience working in Yemen on projects involving community development, environmental management, or humanitarian response is required.
• Prior experience with internationally funded projects (e.g., UNDP, World Bank, EU, etc.) is an asset
• Ability to use information and communication technology (ICT) as a tool and resource. 
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with UNDP’s Social and Environmental Standards (SES) is strongly preferred. Knowledge of other international safeguard frameworks (such as the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework or IFC Performance Standards) will be considered as an asset
• Knowledge and working experience with UNDP, the United Nations system, and INGOs particularly with emergency and recovery programme.
• Experience in the use of (Resource Management Systems) such as Quantum.

Required Language(s)  

• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic required.