Natural Resources Management Specialist

The Natural Resources Management Specialist will contribute to or lead the design and implementation of operational engagements and analytical products on technical issues related to forested landscapes, nature-based tourism, and environmental/pollution management in Nepal and the South Asia region. The role involves supporting ENV strategy development, technical assistance, investment programs, and climate co-benefits assessments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and implementation of ENV strategy in Nepal, Sri Lanka and Maldives focusing on forested landscapes, nature-based tourism and environmental management.
• Lead/contribute to preparation and implementation of Technical Assistance tasks and/or investment programs supported with grant or IDA resources.
• Serve as the focal point for Climate Co-Benefits (CCB) assessments for the country management unit.
• Establish close working relationships with key clients and develop and deliver technical assistance, knowledge and financing solutions aligned with development priorities.
• Proactively liaise with development partners and seek opportunities to strengthen alignment across lending and technical assistance activities.
• Support the Unit’s work program outside of Nepal as needed and agreed.

Requirements

• An advanced degree (master's or PhD) in environment- or natural resources-related science/management, economics or engineering is required.
• At least 5 years of full-time relevant professional practical experience in projects or policy dialogue related to environment or natural resources management, and/or climate change is required.
• Acknowledged technical and thought leadership on management and conservation of forested landscapes, biodiversity, nature-based tourism, and/or climate change is required.
• Understanding of Climate Co-Benefits (CCB) methodologies and their application to World Bank lending projects is required.
• Proven track record of participating in preparation and implementation support for investment activities/projects is required, with preference for experience with World Bank or other MDB procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-quality policy-relevant analytical tasks linked to country development priorities and economic impacts and translate analytics into policy and operational relevant actions.
• Demonstrated experience in leading strategic engagement and policy dialogue with multidisciplinary teams, and senior-level government, private sector, NGOs, international organizations, and/or development partners.
• Strong results orientation, with ability to follow up multiple work-streams simultaneously working under tight timelines.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, articulate issues and recommend solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and team leadership skills and ability to easily interact with people of diverse backgrounds and seniority inside and outside the World Bank, including clients and partners.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English.
• Experience working in developing countries required.

Skills

• Natural Resource Management
• Environmental Sciences
• Climate Change
• Forest Conservation
• Biodiversity Management
• Nature-Based Tourism
• Climate Co-Benefits Methodologies
• World Bank Project Procedures
• Investment Proposal Preparation
• Policy Analysis
• Economic Impact Assessment
• Strategic Policy Dialogue
• Multi-disciplinary Team Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Technical Assistance
• Operational Project Implementation
• Environmental Pollution Management
• Analytical Reporting
• English Writing
• Experience in Developing Countries

Languages

English, Nepali