GESI and HSSE Senior Associate, Dhaka, Bangladesh

## GESI and HSSE Senior Associate, Dhaka, Bangladesh - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services - Office:UNOPS Dhaka, Bangladesh Position Title:GESI and HSSE Senior Associate Job Category:Health, Safety, Social and Environmental Duty Station(s):Dhaka Seniority Level:Associate Contract Type:ICA - LICA - Support - Regular Contract Level:LICA 7 Posting Start Date:23-Sep-2026 Posting End Date:06-Oct-2026 Duration:Ongoing (Subject to availability of fund and satisfactory performance) This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a critical health infrastructure project in Bangladesh, directly impacting public health and environmental safety. The role offers significant exposure to national and international stakeholders, allowing the incumbent to apply specialized expertise in GESI and HSSE within a challenging and rewarding development context, fostering sustainable solutions and inclusive practices. The Asia Pacific Regional Office, based in Bangkok, Thailand, provides strategic leadership and oversight for UNOPS operations across 17 countries, ensuring high performance, operational excellence, and alignment with organizational goals. Operations currently span Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Pacific Islands. Across these countries, we work closely with key stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and maximize impact through five main operating units: Afghanistan (AFCO), Myanmar (MMCO), South Asia Multi-Country Office (SAMCO), East Asia and Pacific Multi-Country Office (EAPMCO), and the Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC). Through these entities, we provide agile, client-focused service delivery across diverse sectors - including infrastructure, health, procurement, and project management - supporting the implementation of sustainable development solutions across the region. About the Country/Multi-Country Office The South Asia Multi-Country Office (SAMCO) supports UNOPS operations across six countries: Bangladesh, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. SAMCO delivers a broad range of services and technical expertise in climate change, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), infrastructure, procurement, human resource management, and fund management. Each country office is staffed with local technical experts and maintains strong partnerships with national governments, ensuring context-specific solutions and effective project implementation. About the Project Office Since 2003, UNOPS has partnered with the Government of Bangladesh and key development partners to advance national development priorities aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNOPS supports a range of projects focused on capacity development and infrastructure, leveraging its expertise in procurement, human resource management, finance, and project management to deliver efficient, sustainable solutions. As part of the "Integrated Medical Waste Program for the Advanced Community Transformation (IMPACT)" Project in Bangladesh, this role plays a pivotal part in bolstering the national health system. The position enhances medical waste management capabilities across six climate-vulnerable government hospitals. Executed in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), with funding from TAKEDA Pharmaceuticals, the GESI & HSSE Senior Associate leads project execution to mitigate contamination and lower outbreak risks. This is achieved by seamlessly integrating GESI and HSSE best practices while upholding standards for gender equality, social inclusion, health, safety, and the environment. The GESI and HSSE Senior Associate is responsible for coordinating and managing integrated GESI and HSSE processes to support effective and compliant project implementation. The role applies established UNOPS requirements, procedures, standards and relevant technical practices to coordinate implementation, monitor compliance, maintain quality of outputs, and support continuous improvement of related processes and services. The incumbent works closely with project teams, contractors and other stakeholders to facilitate the consistent implementation of GESI and HSSE requirements, identify issues requiring attention, coordinate follow-up actions, and contribute to practical improvements in service delivery. Functions / Key Results Expected 1. Planning, Compliance, and Risk Management - Coordinate the preparation and timely submission of all HSSE documentation in accordance with UNOPS requirements and established procedures. - Coordinate the review and updating of HSSE management plans to ensure they remain current and aligned with project needs. - Monitor compliance with UNOPS HSSE requirements across all project phases. - Coordinate risk assessments and follow up on the implementation of preventive and corrective measures for identified HSSE risks and hazards. - Coordinate GESI risk and opportunity assessments to identify potential barriers to participation and inclusion. - Monitor the implementation of measures to minimize hazards and environmental impacts, promoting adherence to regulations and standards. - Monitor contractor compliance with approved HSSE plans and coordinate follow up actions and recommendations for improvement. 2. Monitoring, Reporting, and Evaluation - Coordinate regular and ad hoc field inspections and monitoring visits to project sites, document findings and identifying non-conformities.Coordinate the preparation and follow-up of incident reports and investigations, ensuring that agreed corrective actions and follow-up of measures are appropriately tracked to closure. . - Compile and review monthly HSSE reports and relevant indicators to support project monitoring and follow-up. - Contribute to the preparation and consolidation of GESI monitoring reports, including information on participation and inclusion indicators. - Maintain monitoring and reporting records related to GBV risk mitigation activities and ensure that sensitive matters are appropriately referred and escalated - Maintain accurate and timely reporting in OUC in accordance with applicable UNOPS standards. 3. Capacity Building and Awareness - Coordinate and facilitate GESI/HSSE awareness and capacity-building activities for personnel, contractors, and relevant stakeholders.awareness-raising activities on Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) and GBV sensitization, in accordance with established UNOPS standards - Coordinate training and awareness activities for project personnel, partners, and other relevant stakeholders - Adapt existing communication, awareness, and training materials related to environmental and social safeguards good practices. - Assist with the dissemination of Codes of Conduct and awareness materials. - Maintain records of training and awareness activities and follow up on identified capacity-building needs. 4. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination - Coordinate regular HSSE meetings with contractors and the UNOPS project team, document agreed actions and monitor follow-ups. - Coordinate with project teams to support the implementation of accessible, inclusive, and responsive consultation and grievance mechanisms. s. - Coordinate the implementation of established PSEAH initiatives and relevant - Maintain effective working relationships with project personnel, contractors and relevant stakeholders to facilitate information exchange, issue resolution and timely follow-up - Identify opportunities to improve the coordination and integration of GESI and HSSE processes and make practical recommendations to the Project Manager. - Any other relevant tasks assigned by the project manager to ensure successful project delivery. Compliance Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Environmental Management Systems, Health & Safety, Rep