Environmental Expert Consultancy for Lebanon Emergency Assistance Project

Lebanese Republic Government of Lebanon Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) Lebanon Emergency Assistance Project (LEAP) Ref: RE LEAP-IC-Proc-07 Assignment Title: Environmental Expert The Lebanese Republic (hereinafter called "Borrower") has applied for financing in the amount of 250 million US Dollars from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) (the "Bank") in the form of a "loan" (hereinafter called "loan") toward the cost of Lebanon Emergency Assistance Project. The Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR), an implementing agency of the Client, intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this to eligible payments under the contract for consulting services to be procured under this loan project. The consulting services include providing support to the CDR as an Environmental Expert under the project. The full TOR version can be found on CDR website www.cdr.gov.lb, click on the Procurement tag for more info. The Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) is in the process of establishing a project management unit to assist The CDR in the implementation of the Lebanon Emergency Assistance Project (LEAP), now invites eligible local experts ("Individual Consultants"), to indicate their interest in providing the required Task. Interested individuals should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Tasks by submitting their Expression of Interest ("EOI") and Curriculum Vitae("CV"). The shortlisting criteria are: Qualifications Requirements: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or related field with at least IO years ofrelevant experience. Knowledge of and experience in application of World Bank's Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) or other internationally accepted environmental impact assessment standards and Lebanese laws and procedures related to environmental impact assessment. Previous experience with ESIA and ESMP related to waste and rubble management, infrastructure/buildings or other projects and in developing monitoring and reporting systems is a must. The Environmental Expert should have the following set of personal skills:

• ability to analyze complex safety data, identify trends, and develop effective safety programs,
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey safety information to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to develop and deliver specialized environmental training programs.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to address environmental issues and implement corrective actions.
• Meticulous attention to detail to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Ability to lead environmental initiatives
• Proactive in identifying and addressing environmental concerns before they become critical issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders.

(For more information refer to the attached TOR paragraph V) It is preferable to limit the Eol to a maximum of 10 pages including the CV as per attached CV format. Pages beyond 10 will not be reviewed. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank's "Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers for Goods, Works, Non­ Consulting services" dated February 2025 ("Procurement Regulations"), setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Shortlisted Consultants will be invited for interview, upon which a Consultant will be selected for negotiation in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection described in the "World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers. The Deadline for receiving EOIs is to be on Friday March 6th , 2026 at 12:00 o'clock noon Beirut local time. Expressions of Interest (EOI) must be delivered to the address below by hand or carrier including one original, one copy and one electronic CD ROM. In addition to the delivery. Address: Council of Development and Reconstruction (CDR) Tenders Department City: Beirut Beirut - Lebanon Telephone: (+961-1-980096) Facsimile number: (+961-1-981255) Agency: Council for Development and Reconstruction Procurement method: Individual Consultant Selection Notice type: Request for Expression of Interest Status: Published Value: 36000.0 USD