[Hiring] Independent Expert Appraisal Group - Environmental Management Member @PACT Belize

Role Description

The Independent Expert Appraisal Group (IEAG) provides independent technical review and advisory support to PACT across its programmes, projects, and financing mechanisms, including:

• Conservation investment
• Climate finance
• Environmental and social safeguards
• Third-Party Investments where applicable

The IEAG guides PACT and prospective funding recipients in developing and assessing proposals aligned with:

• National priorities
• Environmental sustainability
• Climate resilience
• PACT’s strategies and policies

It also advises the QMEL Unit and Programming Department on:

• Proposal merit
• Relevant national laws and policies
• Compliance with PACT’s Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS), Performance Standards, and related frameworks

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (Master's or higher) in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field
• Minimum five (5) years of demonstrated professional experience in environmental management, environmental assessment, or a related discipline
• Working knowledge of Belize's Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) regulations, development guidelines, and laws governing environmental pollution, effluent discharge, and industry controls
• Experience assessing environmental risks and mitigation measures across terrestrial, watershed, and/or marine ecosystems
• Familiarity with international safeguards frameworks (e.g., IFC Performance Standards, World Bank ESF, GCF ESS, AF ESP) or equivalent
• Strong analytical and written English communication skills

Requirements

• Prior experience conducting technical reviews for climate finance entities, conservation trust funds, or international donors
• Knowledge of Belize's National Protected Areas System and conservation landscape
• Familiarity with PACT's operational context and portfolio

Benefits

• Remuneration of BZD $600 per meeting
• BZD $100 for each proposal reviewed

Application Procedures

Applicants shall submit the following in a single electronic package:

• A cover letter indicating interest in serving as an Environmental Management expert on the IEAG roster
• A curriculum vitae detailing relevant qualifications, professional experience, and technical expertise
• The names and contact details of at least two (2) professional references
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates

Applications shall be submitted in English.

Application deadline is 06 November 2026.