KINGDOM OF LESOTHO
MINISTRY OF ENERGY
RURAL ELECTRIFICATION UNIT (REU)
BACKGROUND
The Ministry of Energy, under the Project Implementing Unit called Rural Electrification Unit (REU), is charged with the mandate and responsibility of increasing access to energy services in rural and semi-rural areas of Lesotho. To complete the identified projects for the current financial year, the Ministry requires additional human capacity. It is thus based on the foregoing that the Ministry invites applications from suitably qualified Basotho nationals for the following positions tenable at Rural Electrification Unit (REU).
JOB TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER × 2
REPORT TO: Project Manager
LOCATION: Maseru
DURATION: Six (6) months contract (Renewable based on project continuity)
OBJECTIVE
To ensure that REU projects are implemented in full compliance with environmental and social safeguards, promoting sustainable, safe, and inclusive development through effective monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and integration of environmental and social standards into all project activities.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and manage environmental and social assessments, safeguard plans, and related instruments to support project preparation and implementation.
- Oversee environmental and social compliance for all REU projects, including site supervision, monitoring, reporting, and working with consultants.
- Prepare tender documents for environmental and social safeguards plans and related instruments.
- Support stakeholder engagement, grievance mechanisms, and community consultations.
- Review and ensure project contracts and procurement plans integrate environmental and social safeguards requirements.
- Promote and monitor gender, child protection, GBV, SEA, HIV/AIDS, and social inclusion considerations in project activities.
- Advise REU on environmental and social impacts of projects and support policy dialogue.
- Coordinate with Finance, Procurement, and Technical teams to ensure environmental and social measures are implemented effectively.
- Conduct field visits to verify compliance and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in training and orientation of REU staff and partners on environmental and social safeguards.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Fluent in Sesotho and English.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Strategic thinking with practical problem-solving adapted to Lesotho’s context.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Environmental Science or related field with two (2) years’ experience.
OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field with four (4) years’ experience.
NB: Field experience in Lesotho projects is highly desirable.
NB: Interested applicants should submit their detailed CV’s, certified copies of educational certificates, application letter and national identity document to the Human Resources Department, Ministry Of Energy, Development Planning Building, Second Floor, on or before
the 23rd January, 2026 by 16H00.
Disclaimer: Only short-listed candidates shall be communicated to for interviews.