• Application Deadline:
• Position: Sustainability & Strategic Projects Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 7 - 8 years


• Location Not specified


• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  

Job Objectives

• To lead the delivery of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability for FBNQuest, drive the strategic advocacy agenda of the group, and projects of the CKE department as may be assigned


• To be responsible for creating and implementing an approach to CR&S that complements the business strategy in the areas of corporate responsibility and employee volunteering in line with regulatory expectations.


• To be responsible for projecting FBNQuest as an involved, responsible and forward-thinking corporate citizen as a member of the FBN Holdings group


• To monitor and evaluate competitor activity and drive the implementation of coordinated response


• To own and drive assigned duties with a focus on improving top of mind awareness, perception and consideration.


• To strongly support the growth of brand strength performance scores for the FBNQuest cluster of companies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Initiate, develop and manage the delivery of FBNQuest’s Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability strategy in accordance with the HoldCo’s overall plan and the CBN’s requirements under the NSBP.


• Manage special projects for the CKE department in collaboration with internal or external stakeholders


• Initiate and drive the delivery of internal and external strategic advocacy initiatives Ensure best-in-class project management practices are applied to deliver all programs and projects within strategy, budgets and timelines


• Design high impact and high visibility projects that align initiatives to the overall business strategy, contribute to business objectives, and drive articulated value for each business within the group


• Ensure the fulfilment of all reporting requirements to all relevant stakeholders including FBN Holdings, FBNQuest, CBN, and others as may be identified by the business.


• Manage the development and execution of communication plans for all activities, internally (FBNH Group) and externally


• Contribute towards continuous improvement through the implementation of global best practice by keeping the strategy and programmes under review, conducting research into other companies, non-profits and competitors to keep the firm updated on trends


• Facilitate partnerships, guide and direct partners/consultants in achieving FBNQuest’s social investment objectives


• Liaise, enhance and maintain relationships with stakeholders internally and externally, as well as responsible interest groups to ensure clarity and alignment and support


• Lead organizational learning and other management activities across corporate responsibility & sustainability programmes, and adapt as appropriate to stay aligned with business objectives.


• Manage the group CR&S and Strategic Advocacy budget to ensure the adherence, and maximise returns.


• Support the HOD in development and implementation of annual subsidiary marketing and communications plans


• Support the annual departmental planning/budgeting cycle and ensure departmental resources are aligned with organizational priorities and plans.

Requirements

Education:

• Graduate Degree in Marketing, Social Sciences or related discipline with a minimum of second class upper distinction.

Experience:

• 7 - 8 years’ experience in communications or consulting, with at least 3 - 4 years in CR&S


• Strong experience working on NSBP implementation in the Nigerian banking sector (mandatory)


• Demonstrable project management experience or training (2 - 3 years)


• Experience in financial services an advantage


• Excellent written and spoken English


• Excellent presentation skills.

Key Competency Requirements:

• A self-driven, self-motivated, result-driven and accountable mindset


• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment – very organized and be able to balance competing priorities


• Ability to work with minimal supervision, delegate and supervise to deliver tasks


• Ability to plan and formulate strategies


• Ability to take ownership. Forward thinking, conscientious and responsive to management
  
  and customer demands.


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate broadly at all
  
  levels of the Organisation, influence a range of audiences and get results


• Advanced writing skills


• Industry Knowledge


• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Projects, and Excel.