Environmental & Social Safeguards Specialist
ICF Environmental, Inc.
Apply to this jobICF is a global consulting and technology services provider supporting government and commercial clients across energy, climate, sustainability, infrastructure, and policy domains. ICF’s energy transition work focuses on practical, evidence-based solutions that help clients design, implement, and scale clean energy programs.
Job Description :
• Conduct environmental and social screening. • Prepare/review ESIA, ESMP and safeguard documents. • Support environmental regulatory compliance. • Advise on land acquisition and resettlement issues. • Mainstream gender equality and social inclusion. • Undertake environmental and social risk assessments. • Develop mitigation and monitoring plans. • Conduct field inspections and safeguard audits. • Build safeguard capacity within implementing agencies. • Coordinate with regulators and stakeholders. • Prepare safeguard reports and disclosure documents. • Monitor implementation of mitigation measures. • Address grievance redress mechanisms. • Document lessons learned and best practices. • Support project reviews and due diligence.
Skills and Abilities:
Master's in Environmental Engineering/Environmental Science/Ecology/Social Development/Environmental Management or related.
Preferred: ESIA/ESG certifications.
8–15 years in environmental and social safeguards, ESIA, ESG or infrastructure advisory.
Job Location: Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand
Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Goa, Jharkhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Sikkim
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Summary
Conduct environmental/social screening, prepare safeguard documents, ensure compliance, and advise on land issues.
Job title
Environmental & Social Safeguards Specialist
Experience level
8+ years
Minimum experience
8+ years exp
Industry
consulting
Location requirements
Candidate must be based in India, with remote work possible.
Salary
Not specified
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
India