• Application Deadline: Sat, 1 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 7 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Safety and Environment / HSE 
  

Job Summary

• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to direct the Bank’s environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) matters.


• Conduct due diligence, monitor credit portfolios, provide technical advice and reporting towards the actualization of the ESG goals.

Deliverables

• Design, develop, implement and monitor ESG plans, frameworks, projects and targets.


• Provide guidance and advisory to internal stakeholders on sustainability initiatives, impacts, risks and opportunities.


• Conduct due diligence, assess and advice on internal operations, business risks in all business areas.


• Review internal policies, procedures and standards to identify and close ESG performance gaps.


• Strategic partnership and liaison with external stakeholders - local and foreign.


• Monitor industry trends and advocate for change as appropriate.


• Develop and track checklists to guide credit processes for compliance.


• Coordinate  actions and audits to drive compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• An Advanced Degree (at least Masters or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or relevant field.


• 7 - 10 years relevant experience in working with private sector firms especially in the finance sector and across industry sectors (including infrastructure, agribusiness, and/or manufacturing)


• Specialist knowledge of ESG issues including climate risk, responsible lending and investment; impact investing, ESG integration and implementation, sustainable and green finance, circular economy, corporate disclosure on environmental issues as well as the relevant standards and frameworks.


• Understanding of ESG ratings and performance parameters and the Nigerian Sustainability Banking Principles.


• ESG Analyst and ESG Investing Certifications are essential.


• Project Management or Business Analysis professional certification(s) give added advantage.


• Verbal and written business reporting and presentation.