About the assignment

We’re looking for a Cumulative Impact Assessment Mentor who can live and volunteer for 12 months in Bhutan. 

• This assignment seeks to strengthen air quality monitoring and data management capacity in the Department in alignment with the department's SDG goal 5 (gender equity and inclusivity). 
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field with a focus/specialisation in air quality management, emissions control, industrial sustainability, environmental impact assessment (EIA)/strategic environmental assessment (SEA).
• As a volunteer, you will support to improve the ferro alloy production processes to ensure sustainable and clean industrial practices through the formulation and implementation of a code of practice for clean technologies in the ferro industries.

About the partner organisation 

The Department of Environment and Climate Change (DECC) is one of the five departments under the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MOENR) of the Kingdom of Bhutan. The department serves as the Secretariat to the National Environment Commission (NEC), which is the highest decision making and coordinating body on all matters relating to the protection, conservation and improvement of natural environment in the country. The Australian volunteer would play an important role due to the requirement of specific technical expertise in the field of air quality and ferro alloy industries, while also taking into account knowledge transfer, and the international perspective on best practices that will contribute to a more sustainable and innovative approach to managing and monitoring air quality in Bhutan. The current lack of expertise and established air quality management regime in the country highlights the importance of this program for improvement. 

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - [email protected] using the subject line: Cumulative Impact Assessment Mentor (Voluntary) - Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources - Bhutan enquiry via EthicalJobs. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here

AUD $1,409 per month.   

Find out more about in-country allowances.

Requirements

• All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). 
• A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.  
• A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.  

Additional requirements for this assignment include attested copy of marriage certificate IF accompanied by spouse and First Aid Certificate.

A position description is attached.