Manager: Social programs and ESG

We are looking for an experienced, innovative and values driven Manager: Social Programs and ESG to advance our sustainability agenda and play a pivotal role in the delivery of our CSI, ESD and ESG initiatives. This exciting leadership opportunity is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives on turning ideas into tangible impact and who is passionate about building better futures for South African communities.

You will be working for a well-established company with strong values. An organisation that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Contribute to the development and refinement of the Social Programs and ESG strategy.
• Translate strategic priorities into a practical, measurable operational plan aligned with CSI and ESG policies.
• Identify innovative fit for purpose solutions that strengthen programme effectiveness and long term impact.
• Provide insights, recommendations and design inputs that enhance AVBOB's broader sustainability objectives.
• Support the development and review of KPIs and performance indicators for CSI, ESD and ESG initiatives.
• Lead the annual development of departmental operational plans for approval.
• Oversee end to end execution of CSI, ESD and ESG programmes, ensuring timeous delivery and full alignment with strategic frameworks.
• Drive integration across programmes for cohesive, sustainable impact.
• Implement operational processes, governance, and systems that enhance efficiency and accountability.
• Maintain compliance with relevant legislation, BBBEE requirements, and public benefit regulations.
• Manage responses to Internal Audit, Compliance and Finance-related enquiries.
• Provide project management oversight to ensure programme milestones and outcomes are met.
• Collaborate with Brand, Advertising and Corporate Communications to deliver integrated communication campaigns that support programme visibility and stakeholder engagement.
• Support the rollout of experiential activities that enhance public perception and stakeholder involvement.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships with organisations that align to AVBOB's values and social priorities.
• Manage relationships with external partners, NGOs, service providers and government stakeholders.
• Build strong internal collaboration across departments to drive unified programme delivery.
• Understand partner operating models to ensure mutual value creation.
• Track and evaluate the performance of all CSI, ESD and ESG programmes.
• Consolidate and prepare reports for senior management and Group stakeholders.
• Support reporting against the ESG strategic framework and Group sustainability objectives.
• Recommend and implement improvements based on data-driven insights.
• Manage, monitor and report on the operational budget for Social Programs and ESG.
• Ensure expenditure aligns with approved budgets and Group finance guidelines.
• Identify variances and propose corrective actions proactively.
• Lead and mentor the Social Programs and ESG team to deliver on departmental objectives.
• Promote a culture of high performance, ethical conduct, innovation and accountability.
• Implement performance management frameworks, including setting SMART goals and continuous coaching.
• Ensure compliance with POPI and data privacy requirements.
• Strengthen team skills, succession pipelines, and critical capabilities for long-term sustainability.

• Bachelor's Degree in Management, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Development Studies or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' management-level experience in CSR, ESG, ESD or public benefit programme management.
• Experience at Group-level operations beneficial.
• Knowledge of public benefit governance, ESG frameworks, and compliance considerations advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office; MIS exposure beneficial.

Equity Statement: We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Preference will be given to suitably qualified individuals from previously disadvantaged groups in South Africa.