Environmental Expert

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Senior Public Health Expert

The incumbent will also collaborate with stakeholders, support community education initiatives, and recommend regulatory measures to reduce lead exposure and safeguard public health.

Key Job Responsibilities:

(A) Environmental Assessments & Risk Analysis:

(1) Lead the design and execution of environmental assessments to identify high-risk areas for lead exposure, including seasonal variations in contamination levels;

(2) Collaborate with the designated institutions (e.g., RMLIMS) conducting lead exposure assessments and provide technical inputs;

(3) Support developing and implementing assessments in prioritized areas, including soil, water, and paint testing, to assess lead contamination levels and exposure risks.

(B) Data Analysis & Reporting:

(1) Evaluate and peer-review assessment reports, analyze collected data to identify exposure trends, and prepare executive summaries with key risks and recommendations for stakeholders;

(2) Ensure alignment of assessment methodologies with global best practices and the GoUP's strategic priorities.

(C) Community Education & Awareness:

(1) Develop and implement strategies to educate communities on lead poisoning risks, prevention measures, and available resources.

(D) Stakeholder Collaboration:

(1) Work closely with public health officials, environmental agencies, and community organizations to support the review and strengthening of state-level policies related to environmental safety and lead exposure.

(E) Remedial Action Planning:

(1) Support the development and implementation of targeted interventions to reduce lead exposure and mitigate its health impacts;

(2) Contribute to policy discussions, provide scientific insights, and suggest regulatory measures to strengthen environmental safety standards.

(F) Technical Support & Expertise:

(1) Provide expert guidance on environmental risk factors, regulatory compliance, and best practices for lead exposure mitigation;

(2) Lead the development of monitoring frameworks and key performance indicators for intervention tracking;

(3) Stay updated on emerging environmental risks and innovative solutions for lead poisoning prevention, integrating best practices into program strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications and Experience:

(1) Applicants must have masters in Environmental Sciences. PhD shall be preferred;

(2) Minimum five years of experience in managing public health programs in India, with expertise in environmental health and lead exposure mitigation;

(3) Proven expertise in designing and implementing environmental risk mitigation strategies, specifically addressing lead exposure and In-depth knowledge of environmental assessment methodologies and remediation strategies.

Skills and Competencies:

(2) Strong coordination and communication skills;

(3) Strong stakeholder coordination skills, working effectively with regulatory agencies, healthcare institutions, and policymakers;

(4) Proficiency in using MS Office and various health program-related IT applications.

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