Principal Social Compliance Consultant
Pubblicato il 30-10-2026 - Rina in Genova
RINA is a global knowledge company where expertise travels across borders, disciplines, and industries. Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.
We are currently recruiting for a Principal Social Compliance Consultant to join our office in Genoa, Rome and Milan within the Sustainability and Business Innovation Division.
Mission
The Principal Social Compliance Consultant focuses on leading and overseeing comprehensive social impact assessments and due dligences, developing robust social management plans, and fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement processes with a focus on complex projects.
Key Accountabilities
Lead Social Impact Assessments, Due Diligences and Engagement Processes:
Spearhead the design and execution of comprehensive social impact assessments (e.g. human rights impact assessment, supply chain assessment) and Due Diligence processes to evaluate project effects on communities, cultures, and stakeholders.
Facilitate inclusive and participatory stakeholder and workers engagement initiatives to gather diverse perspectives, address concerns, and promote transparency.
Develop Comprehensive Social Management Plans:
Oversee the development of robust social management plans (e.g. social impacts management plans, resettlement action plans), emphasizing social inclusion, community participation, human rights and gender approach.
Incorporate advanced mitigation measures and enhancement strategies to proactively address social impacts and optimize project outcomes.
Lead joint efforts to identify and implement context-specific measures that mitigate social risks and enhance project benefits and ensure Compliance with International Standards:
Ensure the delivery of social consultancy services aligns with the highest international standards, regulations, and best practices.
Provide expert guidance and strategic advice to clients and internal team on navigating complex environmental and social requirements throughout project lifecycles.
Support Proposal Preparation and Client Liaison:
Drive the development of project proposals by leveraging advanced expertise in social and environmental standards, methodologies, and compliance.
Cultivate and nurture client relationships by understanding their environmental and social sustainability objectives, offering tailored solutions and support.
Conduct Site Visits and Documentation Review:
Undertake international travel to project sites for comprehensive on-site assessments, documentation review, and monitoring of environmental, health, safety, and social aspects.
Effectively document findings, observations, and recommendations to inform decision-making processes and ensure compliance with standards.
Provide Strategic Direction in Project Management Tasks:
Collaborate closely with project managers to monitor budgets, schedules, and deliverables related to environmental and social aspects, offering senior-level oversight and guidance.
Champion the integration of environmental and social considerations into project planning and execution, contributing to the success of cross-functional teams.
Education
Master's Degree in Sociology or Political Science
Other in Anthropology or Geography
Qualifications
15+ years experience: Demonstrated expertise in leading social impact assessments and due diligence processes for complex projects, showcasing a track record of designing, executing, and managing comprehensive assessments and initiatives.
In-depth understanding of international standards, regulations, and best practices related to social impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development, with the ability to ensure compliance throughout project lifecycles.
In-depth knowledge of international and regional standards such as IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, and UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
At least 15 years' work experience as well as prior 10+ years consulting experience and/or experience with international organizations.
Fluency in English and Italian languages (C1) as mandatory, French, Arabic, Spanish as preferential.
Competencies
DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow pro