Graduate Social Consultant - Abu Dhabi, UAEAn opportunity has arisen for a highly disciplined Graduate Social Consultant to join our offices in Abu Dhabi, UAE to help deliver environmental projects.Successful candidates will be working on high profile projects helping some of Middle Easts leading organisations to safeguard the environment for the future.The successful candidates duties and responsibilities will include:

• Supporting senior consultants/technical leads on a wide range of projects in the Middle East in the preparation of technical reports including environmental, social and health impact assessments (ESHIA), environment and social due diligence (ESDD), social-economic baseline studies (SEBS), stakeholder engagement (SE) activities, resettlement action plan (RAP), environmental and social management systems (ESMS), social management and mitigation plans (SMMP).
• Co-ordinate site visits and socio-economic surveys for baseline data collection, analysis and assessment.
• Compilation of regulatory framework documents containing local, national, and international legislation, standards, and guidelines (such as the International Finance Corporation Performance Standards, World Bank Group Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines, and Equator Principles).
• Providing advice to clients regarding applying local regulatory requirements and international best practice standards and guidelines related to social risk management, including impact assessment and management planning.
• Carrying out research into social issues.
• Production of technical and commercial proposals.
• Liaising with project team, clients, subcontractors, suppliers and regulators.
• Project administration and financial management.
• Business development, including client relationships, contribution to papers and conferences.

Desired experience and skills

• Hold a 2:1 or 1st class honours degree in social science, anthropology or related discipline.
• Preferably MSc. qualified in a relevant subject.
• Interest or experience in developing specialism in social subjects (impact assessment/safeguards) and other cross-cutting community well-being issues (advantageous).
• Bilingual in Arabic and English (written and verbal) communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office package.
• Data analysis and use of database management tools (advantageous).
• Use of GIS software and tools (advantageous).
• Some knowledge of local regulatory requirements and international best practice standards and guidelines (advantageous).
• Currently possessing professional Membership or willingness to work towards achieving the membership.
• Some experience working on consultancy projects (advantageous).
• Willingness to travel for short periods of time across the region, including KSA and Iraq.
• Ability to think critically and work proactively.
• Good team player with the ability to work autonomously.
• Enthusiastic and well-organised.
• Full driving license (advantageous).

Salary and benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Regular training and career development.
• Opportunity to work in other areas of the business.

*UAE National candidates are encouraged to apply.We operate an open and relaxed management culture that nurtures continuous improvement and innovation This also enables us to achieve a staff turnover rate that's consistently below the industry average Adopting a proactive growth strategy helps us to run a sustainable and profitable business while providing new and exciting career opportunities for all.RSK is committed to its corporate responsibility strategy We seek to minimise our impact on the environment; to engage positively with the community and education groups; to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to work; and to promote corporate responsibility throughout our supply chain.To see further career opportunities with RSK Group, visit our websiteRSK Middle East offers leading consultancy and contracting services in engineering, environmental management and sustainability planning that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals in the region. Since the companys establishment in Abu Dhabi in 2007, it has been providing consultancy and contracting services to wide-ranging clients undertaking small- and large-scale projects in the Middle East and North Africa. We engage with clients in the oil and gas, energy, infrastructure and construction sectors. All projects adhere to international safety, health, environmental and quality standards. We are supported by our partners and RSKs global centre of excellence.All RSK Middle East regional branches work to a common standard of care for employee safety, technical quality and environmental protection following RSKs ISO-certified system and with country-specific regulations and accreditations. The SHEQ management team maintains the system and records SHEQ performance to meet company and client expectations. Our Middle East teams access state-of-the-art global expertise through RSKs centre of excellence. This includes social sciences, human health, groundwater risk assessments, sustainable remedial alternatives analyses, remedial solution implementation, environmental and social impact assessments, contractual matters, stakeholder communications and advocacy.RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues\' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

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