E&S and Gender Monitoring Expert

E&S and Gender Monitoring Expert Department: Investment Employment Type: Contract / Temp Location: Africa Reporting To: TBC Description Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa.  ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact. High-Level Overview  The client is seeking an E&S and Gender Monitoring Expert to support the development, validation, and implementation of environmental, social, gender, and ESMS frameworks in alignment with international climate finance standards. Reporting to the appointed internal representative (TBC), the role combines policy finalization, due diligence structuring, and ongoing fund-level monitoring across three climate-focused funds, while also establishing the approach and standards for E&S assessment across all future investments. The engagement is driven by the need to evidence robust pre- and post-investment E&S practices to meet external compliance requirements, presenting an opportunity to shape institutional processes while ensuring consistency across a growing portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in DFI-aligned E&S systems, fund monitoring, and the ability to deliver structured, audit-quality outputs within defined timelines.  Role and Responsibilities Role: E&S and Gender Monitoring Expert Direct Report: TBC Candidates Required: 1 Key Deliverables:  Finalize and refine E&S, Gender, and ESMS policies   Ensure alignment with applicable international standards   Clearly articulate the client’s approach to pre- and post-investment E&S management   Lead end-to-end E&S assessment across three funds, spanning pre-investment due diligence through post-investment monitoring   Develop and apply a standardized due diligence framework and template   Produce three E&S due diligence reports for upcoming investments   Formulate clear, evidence-based recommendations to support Investment Committee decision-making for each fund   Conduct post-investment E&S and Gender monitoring, assessing alignment with stated policies and standards   Deliver fund-level monitoring reports demonstrating compliance, effectiveness, and key risk areas  Develop portfolio-level E&S risk view   Assess risk exposure across the three funds, including classification and aggregation of E&S risks   Identify systemic issues and priority areas for intervention   Establish and embed ongoing E&S monitoring and assessment approach for future investments   Define processes, tools, and standards for due diligence and post-investment monitoring   Leverage insights and findings from the three fund assessments to inform and calibrate the approach   Address gaps between policy and implementation, including governance, screening, categorization, and incident management processes   Coordinate and review reporting from underlying managers   Compile and assess project-level reports received from fund managers   Validate completeness and alignment with E&S requirements Requirements Experience Required:  Demonstrated experience in environmental and social risk management within private equity, impact investing, or development finance  Track record of conducting E&S due diligence and monitoring at fund or portfolio level  Experience working with development finance institutions, climate funds, or similar organizations applying international E&S standards Proven experience developing or implementing ESMS frameworks  Experience integrating gender considerations into E&S assessments and reporting  Technical Requirements: Strong knowledge of international E&S, gender, and ESMS frameworks and their practical application  Ability to design and implement due diligence frameworks and monitoring tools  Expertise in evaluating ESMS components, including screening, categorization, and compliance tracking  Capability to assess alignment between stated policies and actual fund-level practices  Strong report development skills, including structured, evidence-based outputs for compliance purposes  Other Skills:  Strong analytical judgment and structured problem-solving capability  High attention to detail and commitment to defensible outputs  Ability to engage and challenge stakeholders constructively  Clear and concise communication of technical findings  Ability to operate independently within defined timelines The role requires a practitioner capable of bridging policy design and implementation, with a strong orientation toward compliance and audit-readiness.  Candidates should be comfortable operating across both strategic and executional tasks, including engaging fund managers and validating real-world application of E&S frameworks Working Arrangement Location: Remote Travel: Periodic travel to fund locations as required for monitoring, validation, and stakeholder engagement Terms of agreement: Start Date: May 2026  Contracting Period: 6 months part time (estimated 20 days of work) Apply To This Job