Senior Resettlement Specialist

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A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision. 

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About SMEC

This role is part of SMEC, under the local subsidiary ACE Consultants Ltd., Bangladesh. As a member company of the SJ Group, SMEC simplifies the complex. We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.

We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

About the role

We are currently looking for a Senior Resettlement Specialist who will be responsible to lead, coordinate, and oversee all resettlement and land acquisition activities, ensuring compliance with national laws and donor safeguard policies, while minimizing social impacts and supporting affected communities through effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of resettlement programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and implementation of the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) in compliance with the World Bank's Environmental and Social Framework (ESF).
• Conduct social impact assessments to identify project-affected people and potential risks.
• Develop and implement strategies for land acquisition, compensation, livelihood restoration, and community engagement.
• Ensure Gender-Based Violence (GBV) risk mitigation and address community health and safety issues.
• Monitor and report on resettlement progress, including grievance redress mechanisms (GRM) and stakeholder consultations.

About You:

Ideal candidate should have demonstrated ability to lead the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of Resettlement Action Plans (RAP) in compliance with international safeguard policies and national laws along with the following requisites:

• Master's degree in social science or a relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, 05 years of similar experience in social screening, preparation and implementation of Resettlement Action Plan, GBV, Community and Workers Health and Safety etc.
• Experience in World Bank or other development partner funded projects is essential.

When you join SMEC, you will have the opportunity to embrace your creativity and drive change across the business. Working with clients and partners, you will be part of an organisation that helps to shape our communities, industries and the global landscape.

In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and reward.

Why join us?

We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to do their best. We recognise the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

Join us and be part of a culture where we rise together, deliver excellence, and expand what's possible. 'Real impact, made together' is at the core of everything we do, embracing diverse perspectives to drive meaningful impact and build a shared legacy.

How to apply

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