ESG Manager

ESG Manager

Posting date : 26/10/2023

Requisition ID : 16175

Job Title:  Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Manager

Department: Mini-Grids

Reporting line : Head of Mini Grids

Location: Abuja

Job Grade : HL 15 

About ENGIE BU Africa ENGIE Energy Access (EEA)

ENGIE Energy Access is the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa. The company develops innovative, off-grid solar solutions for homes, public services and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy. The PAYGO solar home systems are financed through affordable instalments from $0.19 per day and the mini-grids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,800 employees, operations in nine countries across Africa (Benin, Côte dâIvoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia), over 1.9 million customers and more than 9 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to impact 20 million lives across Africa by 2025.

Roles and responsibilities:

MySol Grid is currently developing additional mini-grids and looking for an ESG Manager to lead EEA Nigeriaâs ESG Strategy, Policies and guideline, including on human rights.

The ESG Manager will be responsible for following:

Create and update EEA Nigeriaâs ESG Strategy, policies and procedures. In line with international ESG standards and as required by EEAâs investors provide an E&S risk management matrix to the investment process and for the lifecycle of the portfolio or project. Train the EEAâs Team, Contractors, and other partners on ESG risk management applicable to the relevant projects. Develop ESG requirement for external partners and Lead the ESG Onboarding of external partners. Assess external partnerâs compliance in development and constructions. Oversee the implementation of the ESCG requirement for the project lifecycles (ESIA, ESMP, Permits, ESMSs, SG risk registers, stakeholder engagement plans (SEPs), emergency preparedness and response plans (EPRPs), grievance mechanisms), conducting site visits, and reviewing reports from the external parties,  Ensure compliance with investors, and ENGIE Group corporate governance policies for both CBEA and its external partners. Responsible for all ESG reports as required for all stakeholders. Any other duties and responsibilities in relation with mini grid activities within the cluster to be assigned by the Head of Mini Grids in execution of the Company activities in line with rules and regulation of the Company

At EEA, we have high expectations for our managers. Each manager plays a key role in creating an exceptional experience not only for our customers but for every person on our team. Our managers help EEA realize our ambitious goals while developing their own leadership skills and facilitating growth for their direct reports.

We believe that great managers: 

Deliver ambitious results: As a high-performing and accountable leader, you create an enabling environment for effective action and bold decision which contribute to successful delivery of results.  Act with integrity: As an ethical leader you are honest, respectful, objective, and transparent. You create and build upon a foundation of trust and openness.  Inspire and mentor the team: As an inspirational leader you walk the talk. You empower and coach your team with trust and humility.  Are accessible: as an accessible leader, you develop and maintain deep connections with stakeholders through approachability and active listening.  Ensure diversity and inclusion: as an inclusive leader, you ensure diversity and foster a sense of belonging

Skills and competences

Bachelorâs degree in relevant discinpline â environmental management, sustainability. Masters Degree is an added advantage 5+ years of experience in ESG or sustainability Experience in monitoring ESG compliance and enforcing ESG standards in infrastructure projects. Relevant national or international ESG certifications or coursework. Experience in the Nigerian Market. Experience in energy access or solar power system is an added advantage. A track record of excellence across educational and professional career. Efficient with Microsoft Office tools, including Microsoft Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

The company reserves the right to evolve the responsibilities of the Cluster Team Lead according to the needs of the business

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, name, sexual identity, orientation or preference, religion, marital status, health, disability, political opinions, union involvement or citizenship. A special advertisement to ensure that women are aware of the fulfilling careers available at ENGIE, Females are strongly encouraged to apply, however, all roles are open for all genders. We are striving to improve our gender balance because our differences make our strengths.

Job Requisition ID on SAP SF16175OrganizationGBU Flexible Gen & RetailLanguage on SAP SFen_USLevel of ExperienceSkilled ( > 3 experience <15 years)DegreeBachelor's DegreeCountryNigeriaCategoryHEALTH & SAFETYJob ContractPermanentJob Posting DateThu, 10/26/2023 - 11:47job_division_level_oneAccess To Energyjob_mapped_organizationENGIE FLEXIBLE GENERATION & RETAIL Apply Share