Sébastien Kouassi

– I conducted Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMP), Stakeholder Engagement Plans (SEP), Compliance Gap Assessment (CGA), and Project Activity Reports, ensuring adherence to the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF). – Additionally, I participated in project preparation and supervision missions, providing valuable inputs on environmental and social safeguards, including the preparation of Terms of Reference (TOR) for ESIA and other safeguards planning documents. – I reviewed progress and monitoring reports on environmental and social safeguards for ongoing projects, ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations, and supported capacity-building activities for stakeholders, facilitating enhanced understanding and implementation of environmental and social safeguards.

– I conducted scoping studies and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), ensuring comprehensive analysis and evaluation of potential environmental and social impacts. – Additionally, I developed Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAP), outlining measures to mitigate adverse effects and enhance project sustainability. – Acting as the environmental and social interface with donors, institutional partners, and banks, I ensured alignment with project objectives and regulatory requirements, while also providing expert guidance on environmental and social considerations within the project team, facilitating integration into project planning and implementation processes.

– I coordinated various environmental and social expertise and studies, including Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) assessments and diagnostics, while leading Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) to ensure thorough analysis and mitigation of potential environmental and social impacts. – Additionally, I conducted Environmental and Social Impact Statements (ESIS), providing comprehensive assessments of project effects on the environment and society, and developed Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMP), outlining strategies to manage and mitigate environmental and social risks throughout project implementation. – Moreover, I designed Resettlement Action Plans (RAP), ensuring appropriate measures for the relocation and compensation of affected communities.

– I updated and implemented the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management System, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and overseeing HSE regulatory compliance. – Additionally, I prepared and conducted audits and inspections of facilities, equipment, and operations of contracted companies, including logistic bases, storage sites, and waste treatment facilities, to assess HSE performance and adherence to standards. – Moreover, I coordinated the execution of operational risk analysis, including the development and monitoring of work permits, for high-risk operations such as lifting, working at heights, confined space work, and hot work, and reported and investigated anomalies, deteriorated situations, near-misses, incidents, and accidents, actively participating in operational management of accidents and incidents to ensure timely resolution and prevention of recurrence.

– I organized meetings and updates, validating operating procedures before implementation to ensure alignment with safety and operational standards. – Additionally, I managed prevention plans, conducted site meetings and audits, supervised prevention facilitators, and developed analytical tools to enhance safety measures. – Moreover, I conducted safety orientations, audits, and monitored HSE documents, providing guidance, regulatory research, and inspection reports to ensure compliance with safety regulations. – Furthermore, I implemented HSE rules for external contractors, developed and implemented new procedures, managed prevention plans, conducted awareness campaigns, and facilitated HSE communication to promote a safety-conscious work environment.

– I led the project for the certification of the ISO 9001:2015 standard, overseeing its implementation and ensuring compliance with quality management requirements. – Additionally, I advocated for, established, and monitored safety and environmental procedures to enhance workplace safety and minimize environmental impact, while ensuring the continuous monitoring of the quality system and developing a master plan to align with the objectives of the General Management, company constraints, and client demands. – Moreover, I conducted internal audits to assess the application of processes and regulations, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to quality standards, and managed regulatory and technological monitoring to stay updated on changes affecting the organization's operations, implementing necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.

– Implemented a comprehensive HSE management system encompassing risk assessment, policies, objectives, documentation, indicators, training programs, and safety communication initiatives. – Provided operational support by conducting audits, managing discrepancies/incidents, and ensuring adherence to HSE standards. – Organized safety training sessions for clients and employees to bolster awareness and compliance. – Supervised project teams and contractors, overseeing documentation, reporting, and monitoring dashboard metrics to uphold HSE objectives. – Mentored HSE site coordinators, devising annual execution plans and supervision strategies to sustain safety standards and regulatory compliance.

– Coordinated a range of environmental and social expertise and studies, including Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) assessments and diagnostics, while conducting Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) to gauge project impacts. – Developed Environmental and Social Impact Statements (ESIS) to provide thorough assessments of project effects on the environment and society, alongside Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMP) detailing strategies for risk management and mitigation. – Additionally, designed Resettlement Action Plans (RAP) to ensure the proper relocation and compensation of affected communities, ensuring comprehensive social and environmental stewardship throughout project lifecycles.