Environmental and Social (E&S) Sector Technical Advisor

About the firm
CrossBoundary (CB) Advisory, part of CrossBoundary Group, is a leading investment advisor focused on unlocking private capital in underserved markets. We have advised US$12+ billion of closed transactions across agriculture, health, education, manufacturing, ICT, infrastructure, and clean power. Our clients include governments, development of finance institutions (DFI's), foundations, private equity firms, corporates, and research institutions. With 180+ professionals in 20+ offices across Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East & North Africa, Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, we combine local presence with global expertise to structure bankable transactions and scalable programs. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com  

Who We Are
The CrossBoundary team is a unique group made up of people who are genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the most challenging yet exciting markets in the world. Team members come from diverse backgrounds but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.

Job Description
CB is recruiting an Environmental and Social (E&S) Sector Technical Advisor who will be staffed to support on investment and monitoring activities for projects in the Key Sectors of Oil & Gas, Critical Minerals, and Heavy Infrastructure (e.g., refineries, tankers, and related facilities), as well as provide support to colleagues working on projects in the Key Sectors. The required technical support may include but is not limited to: 

• Review and assess project documentation for compliance with applicable E&S standards 

• Identify E&S risks and gaps related to projects and recommend appropriate mitigation measures 

• Support screening, due diligence, monitoring, and clearance activities 

• Provide subject-matter expertise on Key Sector specialized or thematic E&S issues 

• Support internal capacity building through training materials and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) development, as needed. 

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant E&S experience with a strong focus in the Key Sectors of Oil & Gas and/or Critical Minerals and/or Heavy Infrastructure, including on-the-ground work in emerging markets 

• Deep technical understanding of key E&S risks associated with the Key Sectors (including pollution prevention and control, noise and air emissions, emergency preparedness and response, among others) 

• Demonstrated experience applying international lender standards, including the IFC Performance Standards (IFC PS), to complex projects 

• Experience developing and/or reviewing Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) and associated management plans (e.g., ESMPs), including for complex industrial projects 

• Experience conducting E&S due diligence and compliance monitoring for international lenders and Development Finance Institutions / Multilateral Development Banks (DFIs/MDBs), including site visits and preparation of lender-facing reports 

• Ability to translate complex technical subjects into clear, accessible communications for diverse audiences 

• A collaborative approach to working with teams, clients and other stakeholders 

Interested in applying?
Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you’re passionate about what we’re building, apply! We want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to our [email protected]