Technical Specialist - Environmental (Retainer)

Application period 03-Jul-2025 to 12-Jul-2025

Functional Responsibilities:

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

• Support the decision-making process of the Project Management Board by providing technical inputs and advice to the National Technical Expert and the project team;
• Provide subject matter advice and guidance to the monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning efforts of the project team;
• Support the project team and key subject matter stakeholders, as well as other international organizations engaged in waste management/ circular economy initiatives in Libya.

IV. Impact of Results

The overall objective is to contribute to improved environmental conditions and community resilience in Tripoli district by paving the way for a decreased generation of plastic waste, reduced abandonment of waste in urban and natural environments and increased economic valorization of plastic waste. The specific objective is to pilot an inclusive and circular business model engaging communities, private businesses, and local authorities to promote collection, recycling and re-introduction of high-quality plastic that will be recycled into new products.

Education/Experience/Language requirements:

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: A Master University degree preferably in an area such as waste management and recycling, plastic recycling technology, circular economy and/or environmental management

Experience: 5 years of experience working on matters related to municipal waste/ waste management, plastic recycling, circular economy and/or environment management Demonstrated solid knowledge of waste management and recycling processes, preferably with focus on plastic waste and private sector role, their links to circular economy and relevance to sustainable development is mandatory; Knowledge of plastic recycling technologies and processes is mandatory; Demonstrated Technical Advisory experience in plastic recycling and management

Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic (basic minimum)

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