LIBERIA ELECTRICITY CORPORATION
PROJECT: SAINT PAUL 2 HYDROPOWER PROJECT
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Consulting Services for an Environmental Specialist for the support of the development of the St Paul Two Hydropower Project as part of the RESPITE LIBERA PIU
Project ID No.: P513900
Reference No.: LR-LEC-544670-CS-INDV
Closing Date: April 23, 2026
Background
The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has secured financing from the World Bank under the Saint Paul 2 Hydropower Project. Part of the proceeds will be applied to Consulting Services for an Environmental Specialist for the support of the development of the St Paul Two Hydropower Project as part of the RESPITE LIBERA PIU.
The objective of the Environmental Specialist is to provide technical leadership and oversight to ensure that environmental risks and impacts, particularly those related to biodiversity, critical habitats, aquatic ecosystems, and natural resource management, are properly identified, assessed, mitigated, monitored, and managed throughout the project lifecycle.
The Environmental Specialist shall report directly to the Environmental and Social Manager (and the deputy when he/she is not available) and undertake any additional tasks assigned in relation to environmental risk management to support the successful and sustainable implementation of SP2 and RESPITE.
As this engagement relates specifically to the SP2 Project Preparatory Advance, the duration is limited to ten (10) months. Renewal or a longer term agreement may only be considered once the full SP2 program is established and will be based on the consultant’s performance and the needs of the position.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be obtained at the following link:
The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) now invites eligible individual Consultants to express their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are:
Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies:
The Environmental Specialist should have demonstrated experience in the preparation, review, and supervision of ESIAs, ESMPs, and BMP in the energy and infrastructure sectors, particularly hydropower or large-scale projects. The Specialist must possess in-depth knowledge of international environmental standards, including the World Bank ESF, relevant Environmental and Social Standards (with particular emphasis on ESS1 and ESS6), World Bank Group EHS Guidelines, and applicable Liberian environmental legislation and regulatory requirements, including EPA procedures. Familiarity with the Liberian institutional framework for natural resource management is required.
- A Master’s degree (MSc) in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Geography, or a related discipline from a recognized university. Additional specialization in biodiversity conservation, aquatic ecology, or environmental management is an advantage.
- Minimum five (5) years of hands-on professional experience in the development and/or supervision of ESIAs, ESMPs, and Biodiversity Management Plans in the energy or infrastructure sector. Strong field-based environmental assessment experience is required.
- Demonstrated practical experience in biodiversity assessment and management, including:
- Natural habitat and critical habitat screening and assessment;
- Application of the mitigation hierarchy (avoid, minimize, restore, offset);
- Preparation or supervision of Biodiversity Management Plans;
- Work related to forest ecosystems, riverine systems, aquatic biodiversity, or protected areas.
- Proven experience implementing ESS6 (Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Living Natural Resources) or equivalent international standards (e.g., IFC Performance Standard 6).
- Experience in preparatory processes for Nature Reserve or conservation area establishment, including familiarity with conservation planning, ecosystem management, and potential carbon or biodiversity credit mechanisms.
- Experience contributing environmental inputs to Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs) and understanding linkages between environmental impacts, land use, and livelihood restoration.
- Experience in overseeing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) measures at construction sites and monitoring contractor compliance with ESMP and HSE requirements.
- Practical experience working with national and local authorities, including environmental and natural resource institutions, and familiarity with regulatory coordination processes.
- Experience working with international funding agencies, preferably the World Bank or IFC, and understanding of donor reporting and compliance requirements.
- Experience working in West Africa, particularly Liberia, with knowledge of local environmental conditions and institutional frameworks.
- Ability to work under high-pressure conditions and manage technical tasks independently.
- Willingness and ability to spend extended periods (up to six weeks at a time) in remote field locations or project camps to supervise environmental studies and implementation activities.
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills in English are required, along with proficiency in standard computer applications relevant to environmental monitoring and reporting.
Qualified Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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” (Seventh Edition, September 2025), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
The Consultant must have minimum qualifications and experience as per the Terms of Reference above. The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultants Selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (July 2016 as Revised (Seventh Edition, September 2025), (“Procurement Regulations”).
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours, i.e., 0900 to 1600 hours GMT, Monday to Friday.
Expressions of interest must be delivered on or before April 23, 2026, at 23.59 hrs. local time. Electronic submissions should mention the subject message: Consulting Services for an Environmental Specialist for the support of the development of the St Paul Two Hydropower Project as part of the RESPITE LIBERA PIU
Director for Projects
Liberia Electricity Corporation
P.O. Box 10-165 Waterside
Water Street,
1000 Monrovia, Liberia
Email: projectsprocure@lecliberia.com and a copy to pmashingaidze@lecliberia.com bhakin@lecliberia.com
