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ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Associate - Sustainability
Location: Pretoria
Department: SHERQ (Safety, Health, Risk, Quality)
Salary: up to R1.3mil pa (Negotiable)
Overview:
To ensure commitment to ESG performance, sustainability, and climate action. This position is focused on assisting with developing, integrating, implementing, and managing initiatives that address and enhance climate change and sustainability. The role aims to strengthen the company's position as a leader in sustainability by not only complying with relevant regulations but also excelling in responsible investment, thereby enhancing the company's reputation and contributing to sustainability. The ESG Associate: Sustainability will play a crucial role in fostering a culture of sustainability within the organisation, engaging stakeholders, assessing risks, and promoting awareness of sustainability and climate change issues, ultimately helping the company achieve its long-term climate change, sustainability, and ESG objectives.
Requirements:
ESG related (Environmental, Governance or Social) Honours degree
Relevant Masters degree (MSc, MCom, MPhil, MBA, or other)
At least 5-7 years experience with direct experience in sustainability and climate change
Experience in sustainability assurance i.e. auditing sustainability indicators
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical expertise and ability to apply this to strategic investment decisions and innovative climate-financed solutions
Experience in investments/financing sustainability projects
Familiarity with frameworks such as PCAF, TPT, and the SBTi and best practice reporting standards
Demonstrable experience in sustainability analysis and sustainable finance
Experience conducting analytical work related to climate change adaptation, resilience, and mitigation issues
Experience developing sustainability and climate change strategies and policies with an understanding of business process integration
Experience in monitoring, measurement, and disclosure of Sustainability KPIs
Experience working with large data, data management, and data analytics
Preferred Body / Association:
Institute of Directors
South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions
Minimum Technical/Core Skill Requirement:
Strong understanding of governance issues related to sustainability and climate change within financial institutions
Experience in quantifying carbon footprints
Experience in quantifying climate physical and transition risks and opportunities
Experience developing sustainability monitoring, reporting, and evaluation frameworks and tools
Strong understanding of sustainability and climate change within the South African and global context
Technical expertise in understanding international best practice in terms of sustainability standards, particularly in reporting and monitoring
Understanding of the role of carbon credits, RECs, and application strategies
Understanding of integrating sustainability and climate change into business processes
Good understanding of sustainable financial instruments
Working knowledge of BBBEE issues
MS Office proficiency
Key Performance Areas:
Assisting in the development and execution of sustainability and climate change strategies and programmes
Conducting research on sustainability and climate change trends, best practices, and emerging technologies
Supporting the preparation of sustainability and climate change reports, presentations, and communication materials for internal and external stakeholders
Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of sustainability and climate change programmes and recommending improvements
Staying informed about relevant environmental laws, regulations, and sustainability industry standards
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate climate change mitigation and adaptation practices into business operations
Engaging with employees, clients, and partners to promote sustainability and climate change awareness and initiatives
Conducting and facilitating training on sustainability and climate change matters
Note: Should you not be contacted within 2 weeks of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful.
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