Head of Sustainability (ESG/ Sustainability / Risk Management) – Kinshasa, DRC

Job Description:

Our banking client is currently recruiting a Head of Sustainability reporting to the Group Director, Sustainability.  The role holder will be responsible for leading and managing Sustainability/ESG for the business in DRC, which will include ESG risk management as well as actively pursuing sustainable finance opportunities in line with the group wide sustainability strategy.

Responsibilities:

Strategy and stakeholder engagement

• In line with the Group Sustainability Strategy, develop a business focused Sustainability strategy to identify and manage the key ESG-related risks & opportunities.
• Introduce best practices to support delivery of the organisation’s strategy.
• Generate insights and thought leadership materials on Sustainability, ESG topics and trends, both locally and internationally.
• Serve as subject matter expert on Sustainability/ESG, including industry trends, research, regulations, and ESG data gathering, analysis, monitoring, and reporting.

Funding

• Support and as appropriate lead, accreditation of the company for specific agreed funds (e.g. GCF), association or principles.
• Support and as appropriate lead, application for specific funding and grants from various local and international organizations.

ESG Risk Management

• Accountable for overall ESG Risk Management including ownership and implementation of an effective environmental and social management system (ESMS).
• Manage the ESG Governance and Compliance requirements.
• Lead the Business to deliver effective Environmental and Social Risk appraisals (both desk-top and site based) as part of the credit process and develop practical risk management plans, as appropriate, to be included as part of the facility agreements.
• Run the assurance programme and follow-up to ensure effective implementation of the E&S Management Policy and Procedures.

Commercial

• Work in close partnership with the wider business and the foundation to develop ESG opportunities and impact related products and services.
• Participate as part of the leadership team of the group sustainable finance commercial workgroup to drive the Group’s Sustainability Strategy and frameworks.
• Support and as appropriate lead, specific product development and go-to-market strategies.

Capacity Building & Development

• Lead and manage an in-country Sustainability team, as applicable.
• Build Environmental and Social awareness among Bank’s clients.
• Champion and build ESG capacity across all the relevant business departments to ensure engagement and improved understanding of ESG across the organization.
• Deliver an effective ESG training programme to the organization across all levels.

Reporting

• Deliver to the internal and external (regulatory and/or contractual) reporting requirements.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill  

• Degree in ESG related discipline – Environmental Sciences, Sustainable Development, Sociology, Community Development, Geology, Engineering
• Degree or Masters in a Business or Banking related discipline would be added advantage
• Knowledge of local environmental, sustainability, employment, health and safety legislations and regulations
• Strong knowledge of and practical experience in social, environmental sustainability and governance issues across diverse sectors
• Ability to propose realistic, value-adding and practical risk management plans
• Able to collaborate cross-functionally
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good working knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, World Bank Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) guidelines, Equator Principles, GRI, TCFD, Other International Sustainability Standards
• Experience of ESG related accreditations, engagement and fund raising with international parties
• Over 10 years’ experience in ESG related role
• Previous experience in banking desirable

Language

• Solid communication and writing skills (fluency in French and English is required).

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Contract
• Willing and able to relocate to Kinsasha, DRC
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at [email protected]

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Shearidan Rabsch

[email protected]

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