Environmental & Social Safeguarding

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Overview

Join us to manage social and environmental impacts in project activities.

You have:

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in the field.
  • Must have a minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management or in a related field.
  • Master’s degree would be an added advantage.

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Employee Contract Type:

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)Job Description:

World Vision Lesotho is expanding its footprint in community transformation and sustainable development. As part of our long-term strategy to grow our grant portfolio and ensure program sustainability, we are building a Talent Pool of Specialists for upcoming projects across Lesotho.

Interested candidates who meet the below specifications are invited to submit CV's with a motivation letter on the below basis of the following:

  • Ensure environmental sustainability and social inclusion in all project activities, aligned with global standards. The Specialist will be responsible for the management and mitigation of social and environmental impacts resulting from the implementation of the project, as well as for quality assurance of all processes;
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in the field;
  • Must have a minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management or in a related field;
  • Master’s degree would be an added advantage.

Please upload your CV and covering letter with copies of educational certificates, transcripts and ID. You are requested to provide full details of 3 referees (2 professionals and 1 spiritual) including 1 HR Practitioner. The required details are full referees’ names, designation, email address and contact numbers.

CLOSING DATE: 06th July, 2025

As a child-focused organization, World Vision Lesotho is committed to the protection and well-being of children. We follow strict child safeguarding policies and conduct thorough background checks, including criminal record checks, to ensure a safe environment for children. World Vision Lesotho is an equal opportunity employer and upholds Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) principles. WORLD VISION DOES NOT REQUIRE ANY FORM OF PAYMENT FOR A JOB OFFER OR OTHER RELATED CONSIDERATIONS”

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you effectively managed social impacts in a project. This question assesses your practical experience in social impact management. Give a specific example showcasing your role and outcomes.
How do you ensure environmental sustainability in your projects? The interviewer wants to know your strategies for maintaining ecological balance. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use for stakeholder engagement? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a project where you ensured quality assurance? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle challenges related to environmental management in projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What importance do you place on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you manage multiple priorities in a project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why are you interested in working for World Vision Lesotho? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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