Environmental Specialist

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Country: Republic of Tajikistan Project: One Health for Pandemic Prevention Food Systems Resilience and Ecosystem Health in Central Asia Grant No.: E452-TJ Assignment Title: Environmental Specialist Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): OHP/CS/INDV-2026/03 1. The Republic of Tajikistan has received financing from the International Development Association and International Bank for Reconstruction and Development toward the cost of the One Health for Pandemic Prevention Food Systems Resilience and Ecosystem Health in Central Asia and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. 2. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website: https://ehukumat.tj/uploads/2026/10/19/668b5aef3b3472fffd0cba2a2e5e14f6_original.203890.pdf 3. Qualification requirements for candidates are as follow: A university degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology, Biology, Geography, Geology or another relevant field; At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in environmental management, environmental assessment, environmental monitoring, environmental protection, or related areas. Experience working on projects funded by International Financial Institutions (e.g., the World Bank, ADB, AIIB) and/or international donors will be an advantage; Good knowledge of environmental legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan and World Bank Environmental and Social Frameworks; Experience in preparing environmental documentation, such as Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), environmental screening forms and environmental assessment reports; Proficiency in Tajik and Russian is required. English language skills will be considered an advantage; Good organizational, analytical, communication, reporting, and computer skills. 4. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s