UNIDO Hiring International Consultant | Scrap & Waste Inspection Expert (Home-Based, P4 Level)

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization is recruiting an International Scrap and Waste Materials Inspection Expert for a short-term consultancy under a trade and industrial development project focused on strengthening quality infrastructure systems in Egypt.

This assignment is part of a broader initiative to enhance the competitiveness, transparency, and regulatory compliance of Egypt’s industrial and trade ecosystem, particularly in relation to scrap and waste material imports.

Overview of the Assignment

The consultant will support the training and capacity building of inspectors from Egypt’s General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC). The focus is on improving inspection standards for metal and plastic scrap shipments in line with international best practices.

The role involves both remote and in-country engagement, including training design, delivery, and reporting.

Key objectives include:

• Strengthening inspection procedures for scrap and waste materials
• Improving sampling methods and risk-based inspection approaches
• Enhancing inspector safety during field operations
• Aligning national practices with the Basel Convention

Organizational and Project Context

The assignment is implemented under a wider industrial development program aimed at improving Egypt’s quality infrastructure and supporting SMEs in meeting trade and regulatory requirements.

The project focuses on:

• Developing industrial policy frameworks
• Strengthening national quality infrastructure systems
• Improving coordination between trade and inspection institutions
• Supporting SME competitiveness in export value chains

Within this context, the expert contributes specifically to improving inspection standards for transboundary waste shipments, a key area of environmental and trade compliance.

Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities

The consultant will carry out a structured 10-day assignment distributed over approximately two months, combining preparation, training delivery, and reporting.

1. Preparation Phase

The expert will:

• Review relevant Egyptian laws, regulations, and inspection frameworks
• Analyze existing systems for waste and scrap material control
• Understand operational gaps in inspection practices

This phase ensures that training content is context-specific and aligned with national systems.

2. Training Development and Delivery

The core of the assignment is designing and delivering technical training for inspectors.

The consultant will:

• Develop training materials on scrap and waste inspection (metal and plastic)
• Align content with international standards and best practices
• Include guidance from the Basel Convention
• Develop sampling protocols based on shipment size and risk levels
• Create inspection checklists for field application
• Integrate safety procedures for inspectors handling waste materials

The training will be delivered in two formats:

• Remote preparation and material development (home-based)
• In-person training delivery in Cairo, Egypt

The goal is to strengthen practical inspection skills and standardize procedures across inspectors.

3. Reporting and Evaluation

At the end of the assignment, the expert will produce a final report that includes:

• Training materials developed and used
• Evaluation results from trainees
• Recommendations for improving inspection systems
• Guidance for future capacity-building activities

This documentation will support long-term improvements in inspection and compliance systems.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet strong technical and professional requirements in waste management and inspection systems.

Education

• Advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Waste Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field

Experience

• At least 7 years of experience in scrap or waste management, inspection, or regulatory systems
• At least 3 years of hands-on field inspection experience (ports, customs, or border controls)
• Experience developing SOPs, inspection checklists, or sampling protocols
• Knowledge of the Basel Convention and transboundary waste regulations
• At least 3 years of experience delivering technical training

Language

• Full professional fluency in English is required

Key Competencies

The role requires strong professional and interpersonal competencies, including:

• High integrity and professionalism in regulatory environments
• Strong results orientation and accountability
• Ability to design practical, field-based training systems
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Adaptability to international and cross-cultural settings
• Collaborative approach to capacity building

Assignment Structure and Timeline

The consultancy totals approximately 10 working days over a two-month period, structured as follows:

• 1 day: Preparation and legal/regulatory review
• 3 days: Development of training materials (remote)
• 5 days: In-person training delivery in Cairo
• 1 day: Final reporting and evaluation

Application Information

Candidates interested in applying must submit their application through the official recruitment system. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants should note:

• The role is a short-term international consultancy
• No fees are charged for application or recruitment
• Selected candidates may be required to disclose financial interests

Final Summary

This consultancy offers a specialized opportunity for a senior waste management and inspection expert to contribute to strengthening environmental compliance systems in international trade.

The role focuses on building technical capacity within Egypt’s inspection authorities, improving alignment with global standards such as the Basel Convention, and enhancing the safety and effectiveness of scrap and waste material inspections.

It is a short but highly technical assignment requiring deep expertise in field inspection systems, regulatory compliance, and training delivery within environmental and industrial contexts.

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