Social impact specialist_BID Position

It has been more than 60 years since SYSTRA has garnered expertise that spans the entire spectrum of Mass Rapid Transit System. SYSTRA India’s valuable presence in India roots back to 1957, where SYSTRA worked on the electrification of Indian Railways. Our technical excellence, holistic approach and the tremendous talent provides a career that puts people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency.

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Context

In India, SYSTRA is an international consulting and engineering company operating in the fields of Metros, High Speed Rail, Railways, Roads, Buildings, Urban planning, and Water Infrastructure for public and private organizations.

Our unique expertise is backed with a reputation built through technical excellence delivered on projects. Our fully integrated services are tailored to plan and manage projects using proven best practices. 

We are seeking applications for the position of Social impact specialist for Urban Transport Infrastructure Project.

Missions/Main Duties

• Lead and conduct comprehensive Social and Cultural Impact Assessments (SIAs) of the ropeway project, focusing on both local communities and affected ecosystems.
• Evaluate the potential social impacts of project activities, including land acquisition, resettlement, community livelihoods, and cultural heritage.
• Prepare detailed social impact reports outlining findings, recommendations, and mitigation strategies.
• Develop, recommend, and monitor the implementation of mitigation measures to address identified negative impacts and enhance positive outcomes.
• Ensure all social impact assessment activities and project deliverables comply with relevant national regulations and international standards (such as ADB, World Bank, or other donor requirements).
• Integrate the results of stakeholder surveys, interviews, and public consultations into SIA documentation and project planning.
• Facilitate meaningful engagement and communication with project-affected people, local authorities, and community representatives.
• Provide expert advice to the project team on best practices in social safeguard management and risk reduction.
• Support the project’s commitment to inclusive, equitable, and culturally sensitive development practices.

Profile/Skills

• Master’s degree in social science, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in conducting Social and Cultural Impact Assessments for large infrastructure projects, with specific experience on ropeway or transport-related projects strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in land acquisition assessment, stakeholder engagement, and community consultation.
• Sound knowledge of national and international (e.g., ADB, World Bank) social safeguards and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
• Experience working on international/multidisciplinary teams and in culturally diverse settings is preferred.

We commit to put people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. As we are growing, this is time to be a part of this challenging adventure. It’s not a job - it’s a career!