Head of ESG at Summit Recruitment and search

Key Requirements:

• Develop, execute and manage the overall company’s ESG strategy, including setting goals and measuring progress to ensure that it is directly tied to the business strategies and goals
• Develop annual and long-term OESG objectives
• Prepare annual ESG progress against set objectives and goals
• Develop policies, guidelines related to sustainability affecting the environment
• Play a key role as a sustainability thought leader and in representing the company at the global, Africa and country levels
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders and presenting regular sustainability reports and conduct sustainability assessments
• Define the parameters to enable net zero strategy goal setting
• Develop and maintain the Environmental Sustainability Management System (ESMS) and risk management framework for the company and drive the leadership in the industry in Africa
• Monitor industry trends related to ESG to identify future opportunities for growth or risk areas that may require mitigation efforts
• Coordinating with external stakeholders such as suppliers, contractors, and clients to ensure that they are aligned with the company’s ESG goals
• Develop the appropriate strategies to address the ESG risks and their potential impacts

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s and preferably Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or equivalent
• Professional qualifications in ESG, or related International Standards
• Career track record in ESG
• Minimum of 15 years of post-graduate experience in engineering or related technology industries and minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in ESG
• Practical knowledge in carbon footprint reduction principles and techniques
• Knowledge and experience in global ESMS environmental standards and frameworks
• Experience of shaping, setting, and executing credible ESG strategies and programs
• Knowledge of data analysis and report writing Innovation in engineering and technology to shape sustainability solutions
• Proficient in the use of MS Office products
• Strong analytical, organisational, and creative thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines
• Independent, reliable, and flexible