ESG Coordinator – Casablanca, Morocco

Reference Number: JAJP-003

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Support the Senior ESG Manager in applying Africa50’s Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) throughout the investment process.
• Assist with ESG due diligence, documentation, and preparation of ESG inputs for investment committee materials.
• Support monitoring activities, including tracking ESG commitments and participating in site visits and audits.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining ESG, climate, gender, and impact data across the portfolio.
• Contribute to preparing internal and external ESG reports and help ensure alignment with recognized reporting standards.
• Coordinate inputs from teams, consultants, and portfolio companies for timely reporting.
• Help review ESG monitoring reports and support escalation and documentation of significant ESG incidents.
• Contribute to research and insights to strengthen ESG practices across the portfolio.
• Support ongoing improvements to the ESMS, tools, and templates.
• Assist in developing ESG knowledge materials and supporting training or onboarding initiatives.
• Provide coordination support for engagements with internal stakeholders, DFIs, consultants, and portfolio companies.
• Assist in preparing presentations and materials for ESG-related sessions and communications.

Candidate Profile:

Required background:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, engineering, finance, public policy, or another relevant field.
• Experience in Environment, Climate, Sustainability and Governance fields in Africa and/or other Emerging Markets.
• Previous exposure to infrastructure, private equity, blended finance or development finance institutions is an asset.
• Strong connection to Africa and intent to pursue an Africa focused career.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Understanding of ESG concepts, ESG risk assessment, development impact, gender and climate related topics (GHG/ carbon accounting, TCFD, SDGs, etc.).
• Strong analytical and data management skills, including experience with Excel, Power BI, or equivalent tools.
• Ability to synthesize complex ESG and technical content into clear summaries and structured outputs.
• Basic understanding of ESG due diligence processes and international standards, especially IFC Performance Standards, AfDB Safeguards, Equator Principles.

Essential Skills:

• Positive attitude
• High Integrity and strong work ethics
• Adaptability and proactive problem solving
• Clarity of thought and action
• Ability to work cross functionally and support on a range of themes and topics in parallel
• Detail oriented with a commitment to accuracy and reliability in reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Language Requirements and Location:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills in English. French is highly desirable.
• Position is based in Casablanca, Morocco, with flexible working arrangements.
• Candidates should be willing to travel regularly.