Senior Esg Manager

**Requirements**:
**Responsibilities**:
**ESG Strategy and Leadership**
- Develop and implement Pele Energy Group’s environmental strategies to meet progressive ESG targets.
- Ensure alignment with international ESG standards, frameworks, and regulations, including the UN SDGs and South Africa’s environmental laws.
- Lead the integration of environmental performance metrics into broader ESG initiatives and strategies.

**Data Collection and Analytics**
- Design and oversee systems for collecting and analysing environmental data, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) across energy and development workstreams, providing actionable insights to drive improvements.
- Generate detailed reports on environmental performance, emissions, resource use, and other ESG metrics for internal review and external stakeholders.

**Compliance and Risk Management**
- Monitor compliance with local and international environmental regulations, ensuring risk mitigation measures are in place.
- Conduct environmental risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address identified gaps.
- Stay updated on evolving environmental regulations and best practices, advising the leadership team on potential impacts and adjustments.

**Stakeholder Management**
- Engage with internal teams, government agencies, investors, and community stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency on environmental initiatives.
- Act as the primary point of contact for ESG-related audits, investor inquiries, and sustainability reports.
- Build strong relationships with external partners, including NGOs, industry experts, and certification bodies.

**Continuous Improvement**
- Evaluate the effectiveness of current ESG practices and recommend strategies for improvement.
- Foster a culture of innovation and sustainability within the organisation, encouraging cross-departmental collaboration on environmental initiatives.
- Contribute to thought leadership in environmental sustainability through research, presentations, and participation in industry events.

**Desired Skills & Qualifications**
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in ESG management, with a strong focus on environmental issues in the energy or impact sectors.
- Demonstrable experience in designing and implementing ESG frameworks and reporting systems.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in data management and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Excel.
- Knowledge of global ESG frameworks and standards, including GRI, TCFD, and SASB.
- Familiarity with South Africa’s environmental policies and regulations.

**Competencies**
- Data Analytics: Expertise in collecting, analysing, and interpreting environmental data to guide decision-making.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to manage relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Project Management: Strong organisational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align environmental goals with broader organisational strategies.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations.
- Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to identifying challenges and proposing effective solutions.

**What We Offer**
- An opportunity to shape the ESG framework for a leading renewable energy company.
- A dynamic, purpose-driven work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development opportunities in sustainability and impact management

Applications Deadline 6 February 2025