National Gender and Safeguard Consultant for the Fashion Sector for Ministry of Environment/ Eliminating Hazardous Chemicals from Supply Chains in Cambodia Project
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Resources & Environment, Social Work |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Phnom Penh |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 30th April 2026 |
| Salary : |
Negotiable
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| Experience : | Minimum 5 years |
| Degree : |
Organizational context
The Ministry of Environment is assigned by the Royal Government of Cambodia to lead and manage environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, and utilization of natural resources properly and sustainably. Its role focuses on safeguarding long-term environmental benefits for all Cambodians and future generations. As stipulated in Sub-Decree No. 234 dated 17 November 2021, the Ministry of Environment consists of six General Directorates, with 35 specialized departments.
Project description
The “Eliminating hazardous chemicals from supply chains – Eliminating hazardous chemicals from supply chains in Cambodia” (from here on referred to as the “Cambodia child project”) is one of the eight child projects of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) 8 Integrated Programme (IP) 11 “Eliminating hazardous chemicals from supply chains”. The objective of the IP is to promote transformational change in the fashion and construction sectors by replacing resource-intensive processes and materials with sustainable approaches and alternatives and creating and strengthening circular and transparent supply chains.
The Ministry of Environment of the Kingdom of Cambodia, as the lead Executing Entity/Agency, has received funding from the GEF Trust Fund through UNEP, the Implementing Agency, to implement this Cambodia child project in collaboration with UNDP Cambodia. Together, they are supporting key project stakeholders in implementing a series of activities that promote the sustainable sourcing of raw materials, advance net-zero and nature-positive outcomes, and encourage pollution-free production approaches to help scale up transformation in the fashion and construction sectors.
The Project Executing Entity is seeking qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions:
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Fluent
- Postgraduate Degree in gender studies, social sciences, development studies, public policy, environmental management, or a related field.
- Domain for 3 to 5 years
- Specialized training in gender mainstreaming and social safeguards.
- Familiarity with GEF and UNEP procedures is an advantage
- Proven experience in integrating gender considerations into policies, programs, or certification systems
- Demonstrated experience in conducting gender analysis, gender assessments, and development of gender-responsive criteria
- Demonstrated experience working in close collaboration with government and private sector (fashion sector)
- Ability to develop Gender Action Plans (GAPs), gender-responsive strategies, and design gender-responsive selection criteria aligned with eco-labelling, green industry, and sustainable public procurement frameworks
- Trainings and workshops on gender and safeguards
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
- Strong computer skills; advanced in Microsoft Office skills.
- Excellent communication and writing skills both in English and Khmer
- Knowledge of other languages spoken in Cambodia is considered a strong asset.
- Strong coordination skills, especially in working jointly with technical consultants and sector specialists
- Demonstrated ability to promote gender-balanced participation, including engagement of women-led enterprises
Interested candidates may request the ToR and must submit an updated CV and a cover letter with at least three referees to email provided in the contact details. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Thanks, From Khmer Online Jobs Team
| Company : | Ministry of Environment/ Eliminating Hazardous Chemicals from Supply Chains in Cambodia Project |
| Email : | khornsokkhim@gmail.com v.pheakdey@gmail.com daneth.phann@yahoo.com danethphann777888@gmail.com |
| Address : | Ministry of Environment, Morodok Techo Building (Lot 503), Sangkat Tonle Basak, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
