• Application Deadline:
• Position: Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• City Victoria Island


• Job Field Project Management 
  

Job Description

The Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Manager is responsible for developing and overseeing environmental, social and corporate governance policies and procedures, as well as reviewing and appraising the operations of the company to be socially and environmentally sustainable and comply with all regulatory/required safeguarding policies and internationally recognised best practices.

The role works with all parties to define steps necessary to address compliance gaps where they arise from policy and identifies opportunities to add value proactively, beyond compliance and risk mitigation, and contribute to long-term developmental impact and sustainability. The ESG Manager would formulate recommendations and requirements for action and incorporate these into applicable internal and company-related documentation. The role is responsible for monitoring the environmental, social and governance performance of QFA.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on critical issues related to environmental and social impact assessment and on sustainability risks in the design, preparation, implementation and supervision of QFA’s operations taking into consideration best industry practices and standards


• Create Standard Operating Procedures necessary for the role


• Identify and assess hazards and establish control systems that focus on prevention ∙


• Manage and conduct environmental and social safeguarding due diligence for the company


• Identify all critical potential social and environmental impacts and risks of transactions and ensure that their magnitude and significance are well understood by the Management


• Ensure that the Company understands the applicable ESG policies, guidelines and project-specific requirements, and has the necessary commitment and capacity to manage social and environmental impacts and/or risks adequately and supported by mechanisms that facilitate implementation


• Report on and disseminate good practices and generated knowledge. ∙


• Oversee Data Protection of the Company and ensure necessary compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and above.


• Minimum of five (5) years experience in an ESG role


• Prior managerial experience in a similar role or capacity


• FMCG, QSR and/or retail industry knowledge and experience is a plus


• Additional professional certification will be an added advantage


• Hands-on experience with government policies and regulations as well as monitoring


• Self-motivated and experienced in transition situations where there is rapid change


• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced and highly demanding environment

Additional Information

• Our ideal candidate should be between 28 – 36 years