Senior Safeguards Coordinator at DT Global

Ciudad Juárez, chihuahua, Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Management, Occupational Health And Safety, Engineering, Site Inspections, Compliance Monitoring, Environmental Risk Management, Pollution Prevention, Waste Management, Safety Systems, DFAT Familiarity, International Finance Corporation Standards, Tool Development, Government Coordination, Research And Analysis, Mentoring, Communication Skills

Industry

International Trade and Development

Description

About TSSP Phase 3 The PNG–Australia Transport Sector Support Program Phase 3 (TSSP3) is a critical, high-priority Australian investment that stands to make a major contribution to PNG development outcomes. Working closely with the Government of PNG (GoPNG), TSSP3 will build on the significant body of achievements, lessons, and relationships from the past 17 years of operation and will continue to contribute to the achievement of the overarching goal of: ‘A more effective, efficient, and inclusive transport system, enabling the economic and social development of PNG.’ Gender Equity, Disability Equity, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) and Social and Environmental Safeguards, Locally Led Development (LLD), Climate Change and Disaster Resilience (CCDR) and Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting (MERLA) are a key focus for the program and are integrated into all of TSSP3’s activities and operations. This phase of TSSP3 will run from November 2023 to November 2028. About DT Global Asia Pacific At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact. For more information, please see www.dt-global.com The Role The Senior Safeguards Coordinator supports the effective implementation of TSSP3’s Environment and Social Management Framework (ESMF) across transport infrastructure activities. The role focuses on ensuring contractors and partner agencies comply with environmental, safety and social safeguards requirements, while strengthening local capacity and systems for safe and sustainable delivery. Working under the supervision of the Safeguards Manager, the Senior Safeguards Coordinator provides on the ground leadership, mentoring and monitoring support. The position plays a key role in ensuring consistent safeguards compliance, quality assurance and reporting across infrastructure works. Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://tinyurl.com/4w34wwdc About You Essential experience and knowledge · Tertiary qualification in environmental management, occupational health and safety, engineering, or a related discipline · Minimum 8 years of experience in environmental and social safeguards management, preferably in infrastructure or construction programs in PNG or the Pacific · Demonstrated experience conducting site inspections, compliance monitoring and implementing environmental and WHS plans · Strong understanding of environmental risk management, pollution prevention, waste management and safety systems · Familiarity with DFAT, GoPNG and International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards relating to environmental and social safeguards · Demonstrated experience supporting development of tools, templates, or guidelines for safeguards implementation · Proven ability to coordinate with government partners, including DoWH and TSAs and contribute to system strengthening · Experience supporting research, analysis and learning related to safeguards, safety, or environmental performance · Ability to mentor contractors and local staff to improve safeguards outcomes Technical · Ability to prepare concise and high-quality reports and recommendations · Strong facilitation, training and communication skills to engage effectively with contractors, government and communities · Competence in using digital tools for data collection and reporting · Understanding of environmental sustainability and integration of safeguards into infrastructure design and construction Personal attributes · Strong interpersonal, communication, representational and cross-cultural skills · Ability to apply independent judgement and influence and develop consensus on difficult and controversial issues, balancing multiple stakeholder expectations and objectives · Strong commitment to addressing gender, disability, inclusion, safeguards and climate change related issues · Commitment to teamwork and engaging with all relevant stakeholders · Ability to coach, mentor and upskill other people and ability to build effective relationships · Patience, tolerance, resilience, flexibility and preparedness to work with limited resources within a challenging, developing country environment HOW TO APPLY Click the 'Apply Now' button. Please submit 1) Your CV 2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday, 30 November 2025 / 11:59pm / AEST Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Safeguards Coordinator supports the effective implementation of TSSP3’s Environment and Social Management Framework across transport infrastructure activities. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and social safeguards requirements while strengthening local capacity and systems for sustainable delivery.