Key Responsibilities

For all new projects under development or acquisition:

• Screen and provide early guidance and feedback on ESG issues associated with new prospects (specifically to reflect Globeleq’s HSESS policies);
• Take ownership and provide support to project developers for all ESG and climate matters whilst operating within a well-defined strategy and operational framework. Help to alleviate any potential risks for new complex projects by undertaking due diligence, coordinating the development of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments and defining ESG and climate risk mitigation strategies;
• Undertake or source and manage advisors for ESG due diligence, impact assessments, and other related activities/assessments as and when required;
• Take ownership in the development of project specific ESG employer’s requirements and documentation, monitoring programs, selection of project specific ESG staff, training and or any other support required for the effective implementation of GQ standards on projects;
• Act as the primary point of contact for Lenders who are interested in the ESG and climate aspects of their project finance loans. Co-ordinate and ensure consistency in the delivery of monitoring reports to Lenders.

For all projects under construction:

• Act as the ESG and climate point of contact for the Engineering, Construction and Legal teams throughout contract negotiation and all construction activity that is related to ESG and climate risks and their mitigation;
• Review the performance of construction staff, contractors and site teams in accordance with Globeleq HSESS policies and standards, and steer or change to ensure best practice is adhered to throughout the construction site and areas of influence.

For Globeleq’s operational assets:

• When needed, support the ESG team’s Group ESG Manager as well as the operation’s HSESS teams to ensure all assets are managed according to international environmental and social best practice in a manner that they are fully compliant with all corporate and relevant local standards and Globeleq HSESS policies. Provide support and assistance to local operational teams for all environmental or social related matters as required.

Additionally, the role incumbent will be required to support the MD ESG and Climate in the following areas:

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Globeleq’s Integrated HSESS Management System where required. This includes in-house standard plans and procedures and update technical guidelines that drive best practices.
• Manage the annual ESG reporting cycle, by keeping oversight of the reporting resource and processes.
• Take ownership of the in-house carbon footprint calculator and associated risk management tools and support the MD ESG and Climate in managing the Climate risk on a project level.

Skills and Competencies

• Display passion for ESG topics coupled with a strong environmental and/or social subject matter is essential. Sound understanding as to how local stakeholders can benefit from the projects we undertake would also be advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of international ESG standards and, more specifically, the IFC Performance Standards and World Bank EHS Guidelines.
• Solid understanding of Africa and the challenges the countries within bring.
• Stakeholder Management – Able to build and sustain relationships at all levels of seniority throughout the delivery of projects.
• Communication – Clear and concise verbal and written skills.
• Goal-focused and achievement-orientated.
• Strong focus on diversity & and good work ethic.
• Flexible-working location and will be required to travel and sometimes with short notice.

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• (Advanced) University Degree (B.Sc./M.Sc. or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, preferably environmental or social sciences, power, energy, environmental engineering, or alternatively development studies/ development finance.
• At least 7 years’ work experience in a related field (infrastructure, ESG, sustainability), preferably within infrastructure development, E&S consulting, development finance, banking or the investment industry at least some of which should have been achieved in Africa.
• A strong background in the environmental or social discipline is an advantage.
• Ability to travel for up to 40 days a year sometimes at short notice.