Senior Social Consultant

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Senior Social Consultant to provide socially sensitive and sustainable solutions to unique engineering challenges. The Social Consultant position will be with the Environmental Consulting | Sustainable Investment Advisory (SIA) team in Bogotá, Colombia. The position will work to continue developing and growing the business in Colombia and the Americas South Geography, and work in close collaboration with the Advisory team in San Francisco, Houston, New York and the Americas Region. The SIA advisory team is a center of excellence at Arup, supporting the acceleration of sustainable, resilient, and inclusive investments, securing access to sustainable infrastructure. This position will be part of Arup's global multi-disciplinary Advisory team characterized by deep sustainability expertise. We apply international sustainability frameworks to address our client's critical issues and develop inventive, creative, and practical solutions that finally will allow society to thrive and deliver more sustainable infrastructure. *This role is based in Bogotá, Colombia. Please submit your cover letter and resume in English. You may attach a portfolio in a compressed PDF file, though this is optional. We do not require copies of diplomas, work certifications, or other documents at this stage.* The opportunity: Identify and develop innovative solutions to social impacts and risks. Independently evaluate, select, and apply domestic and international E&S (environmental & social) standards related to FPIC's (free, prior, and informed consents), resettlement and land acquisition processes, grievances mechanisms, stakeholder engagement, archeological surveys, and labor & work conditions. Coordinate and consult with local regulatory agencies on scope and impact of projects when necessary. Attend meetings with clients to address their needs and discuss social and environmental issues. Carry out field visits and verify compliance with environmental and social standards. Manage and produce proposals and reports, including for E&S Due Diligence and Monitoring processes in Colombia and Latin America. Ensure quality of deliverables. Mentor junior colleagues with a focus on developing excellence in social consulting. Plan and conduct business development activities. The skills: Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Sociology, Economics, Political Science or any Social Science-related profession required. Minimum 10 years of professional experience in infrastructure projects (roads, energy, rail, ports, urban etc.) or environmental management required. Demonstrated experience consulting with communities (managing consultation processes, citizen participation, resettlement processes, and/or social impacts and management measures). Knowledge of international and national regulatory frameworks. Excellent communication skills essential for team-based working. Must possess excellent written, verbal, presentation and communication skills with colleagues and clients of all levels in English and Spanish. Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. The Benefits At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. Life at Arup – Different People, Shared Values Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our application process We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly. Arup is an equal opportunity employer. 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