A. Qualifications:

1. Graduate in Mass Communication/Journalism/Arts/Commerce/Science.
   
   
2. A Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Mass Communication or Journalism from a recognized University or Institute.
   
   

B. Experience:

1. At least two years experience in Public Relations/Journalism in a reputed PR Agency/Newspaper.
   
   
2. Familiarity with issues related to Infrastructure, Transport, Land Acquisition Process,
   
   
3. Familiarity with local socio-economic and political environment.
   
   
4. Proficiency in use of computers.
   
   
5. Familiarity with the management of social media including Twitter, Facebook etc.
   
   
6. Good communication skills (in English and local language).
   
   

C. Role of Specialist (Communication Strategy): This assignment may involve frequent travel to project corridors, affected villages, block/ district headquarters etc. Specialist (Communication Strategy) will liaise with local media for regular coverage on Jal Marg Vikas Project, conduct consultations, organise workshop/sessions with stakeholders and assist the Project Director/Chief Engineer (JMVP) on daily basis. The Specialist would be responsible for, but not limited to, the following activities :

1. Help conceptualize and implement communication strategy.
   
   
2. Conduct consultations and organize workshop sessions with stakeholders.
   
   
3. Liaise with PIB, DAVP, local and national media on a regular basis.
   
   
4. Monitor local and national media on a daily basis.
   
   
5. Provide content on an on-going basis for IWAI/JMVP website and social media channels.
   
   
6. Document on an on-going basis progress of the Project and its benefits.
   
   
7. Maintain detailed data base of media, NGOs, Central/State Government Ministries and officials.
   
   
8. Assist in disposal of applications received under Right to Information Act.
   
   
9. Any other duties as may be assigned for smooth and efficient execution of the Project.
   
   

Terms of Reference for the position of Specialist for Environmental Studies, including EIA and EMP in the World Bank assisted Jal Marg Vikas Project for capacity augmentation of navigation on National Waterway-I

A. Qualification: Post Graduate in Environmental Science/Engineering

B. Experience:

1. At least two years experience in Environmental Impact Assessment of infrastructure projects preferably waterway, highway, barrage or at least similar linear projects.
   
   
2. Knowledge/understanding of typical environmental impacts, associated mitigation measures and community consultations.
   
   
3. Experience of working as social/resettlement expert for major civil engineering projects.
   
   
4. Ability to understand technical drawings and sketches.
   
   
5. Familiarity with the working of the State Govt/Central Govt/World Bank.
   
   
6. Proficiency in use of Computers and Good communication skills (in English and local language).
   
   

C. Role of Specialist (Environmental Studies, EIA &EMP)

This assignment may involve frequent travel to project corridors, affected villages, block and district headquarters. The Specialist would be responsible, but not limited to, the following activities and would report to the Project Manager/Project Director (JMVP) on daily basis

(1)

Preparation of ToR and Bidding documents for Hiring of Consultant firms for EIA, SIA, EMP and studies.

(2)

Provide assistance in co-ordination during site assessment etc.

(3)

Provide evaluation, oversight and co-ordination during preparation of Environmental Screening, EIA, EMP and SIA reports including various other reports, formats, checklists and guidelines.

(4)

Ensure integration of EIA/EMP/SIA findings in engineering design and bidding documents.

(5)

Assist in assessment of fauna, including fish and benthic diversity, and flora and impact of vessel movements on fisheries, aquatic life and river ecology through the Consultant firm.

(6)

Compilation of pollution monitoring data, reports preparation and co-ordination with the monitoring agencies.

(7)

Assist and guide IWAI for information dissemination and proper disclosure of documents.

(8)

Capacity building activities for IWAI, including general training of IWAI Officials and Contractors on environmental aspects of waterways transportation classroom and on-site (including preparation of training material); intensive training to selected/designated field Officials of the State Government and Environmental Officers of the Contractors; and preparation of checklists/guidelines for sustainability of practices/ long term usage by IWAI.

(9)

Supervision and monitoring for ensuring compliance of environmental aspects with particular reference to preparation of status/monthly/quarterly reports for the IWAI and the World Bank on environmental aspects (such as regulatory clearances, tree cutting, EMP implementation, afforestation programme etc.); preparation of compliance reports on the observations/ reports of the Environment and Forest Deptts. of State Governments/ Ministry of Environment and Forests (Govt. of India) (as required); preparation of compliance/completion reports of each phase ; and review of reports submitted by the Contractors and/or Supervision Consultants.

(10)

Co-ordination with other departments and agencies with particular reference to preparation (as needed with regard to project scope) of applications and follow-up on Environmental Clearances; SPCB NOC; forestry clearances, tree cutting permissions, NOC for construction activities on river, near ASI monuments etc.

(11)

Any other duties as may be assigned for the efficient and smooth execution of the project by IWAI.