Group ESG/ESMS Officer - Remote

Recruiter:

Hewitt Colenbrander Recruitment / HC Recruit

Job Ref:

DBN000017/LB

Date posted:

Friday, January 17, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
DBN000017 – GROUP ESG/ESMS OFFICER – AGRICULTURE - GAUTENG ROAMING

Purpose of the Job:
To manage risks and integrate environmental & social considerations into business operations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, or related fields.
Certifications in ESG/ESMS are a plus.
3-5 years in ESG/ESMS or sustainability roles, preferably in agriculture or resource management.
ESG/ESMS frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD)
Willingness to travel to remote African locations

POSITION INFO:
Technical Competencies & Experience:

Strategic Planning and Execution
Create and implement ESG/ESMS frameworks, policies, and strategies in line with business objectives.
To find opportunities, hazards, and key performance indicators, conduct evaluations.
Track and report on ESG/ESMS performance while making sure that GRI, SASB, TCFD, and other standards are followed.
Modify ESMS frameworks for implementation, collaborate with consultants.
Guarantee alignment with sustainability objectives, give employees and new hires ESG training.
Assess environmental practices and guarantee compliance, conduct site visits four to six times a year.
Take on due diligence tasks pertaining to target investments that involve ESG considerations.
Engage local communities in ESG/ESMS initiatives, such as collaborations, workshops, and cleanups.
Take the lead in projects that promote risk reduction strategies and address community issues.
Encourage sustainability initiatives (such as community involvement, energy efficiency, and trash reduction).

Behavioural Competencies:

Strong communication, interpersonal
Problem-solving abilities
Self-motivation with the ability to work independently
High Integrity

Please note: Should you not be contacted within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
IMPORTANT - Only shortlisted candidates meeting the above criteria will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of applying, please consider yourself unsuccessful.

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