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PwC Afrique Francophone SubSaharienne
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Environmental, Social and Governance Subject Matter Expert?
Job Description
The Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Subject Matter Expert is a client facing role responsible for developing and overseeing environmental, social and corporate governance projects within the firm.? The ESG SME will also be responsible for internal ESG compliance activities including reviewing and appraising proposed internal policies to ensure PwC remains socially and environmentally sustainable and comply with internationally recognized best practices.?
The role reports to the ESG Leader and works with OGC and R&Q to define steps necessary to address compliance gaps where they arise from policy and identifies opportunities to add value proactively, beyond compliance and risk mitigation, and contribute to long-term developmental impact and sustainability within Africa.?
The role is responsible for supporting the environmental, social and governance aspects of transactions in the PwC portfolio and for developing business opportunities related to ESG and Sustainability.?
The Environmental, Social and Governance SME works closely with clients and external stakeholders to achieve the business development and policy goals of PwC in regards to ESG best practice and standards.?
Main Functions and Responsibilities??
Client Facing
Preparation of Contracts
With regard to the monitoring of environmental and social management:
Internal Firm Role
Other Responsibilities
Qualifications & Attributes?
Education?
An advanced degree (at least Masters or equivalent) in statistics, mathematics, operational research, economics, engineering, environmental management, environmental sciences or relevant field.?
Excellent knowledge of database, statistical methods and data analysis is desirable
Experience?
At least 10 years of relevant experience in working with international/national or private renewable energy firms, government agencies, international development banks, agricultural, forestry to identify environmental/social risk and issues and develop mitigation measures to ensure compliance with good international industry practice.?
Exposure to African and global development institutions and their operational practice will be a desired attribute.?
Knowledge and experience in global environmental standards and frameworks: such as UN Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and others
The ideal candidate must have at least 7 years of experience in corporate sustainability with a global renewable energy business, development bank, private equity firm, agriculture or public policy institution.
Skills and strong experience in the field of environmental policy and biodiversity management
Strong skills and experience in community-based natural resource management;
Skills and experience in conservation geography and in mapping and GIS (geospatial information systems);
Skills and experience in construction, infrastructure, solar installations, wind farms, hydroelectric dams and/or ports;
Experience designing or redesigning an ESG program;
Be able to conduct an independent evaluation with a clear understanding of the objectives and process for carrying out the required evaluation work;
Proven ability to apply best practices and to provide analytical advice;
Ability to propose and apply a scientific methodology to analyze the impacts of economic sectors on biodiversity as well as cost-benefit analysis based on already tested methodology;
Ability to prepare carbon footprints and utilize ESG tools;
At least 5 years of proven experience in supporting and advising on the integration of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development into sectoral policies and/or business strategies and projects;
At least 5 years of proven experience and expertise in the economic sectors and industries, including Agriculture and Infrastructure), with experience in formulating recommendations for change;
At least 07 years of proven and progressive relevant professional experience in the design, implementation or monitoring-evaluation of forest, wildlife and / or environmental development projects financed by development partners;?
At least 5 years of experience in the development or implementation of management plans for protected areas; supporting communities in climate-resilient agricultural practices and / or conducting monitoring and evaluation of climate profiles specifically in the agricultural and wildlife sector;
Experience in rural areas in the agricultural sector, environment, forestry, management of national parks;
Experience of collating, manipulating and displaying data to create insight and management information;
Proven experience in transport infrastructure projects.
Language Skills?
Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English and a familiarity with drafting and articulating ideas in a clear and concise manner with outstanding attention to detail. Good knowledge of the computer tool (Google Suite, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Alteryx, PowerBI)
You'll be joining a well-renowned business at an exciting time; as the firm focuses on The New Equation, we are looking for someone to be an integral part of our ESG strategy. If you're interested and have relevant experience, please apply.
Your application must include a cover letter, an updated and detailed CV and an ID. To be sent to us by e-mail at [email protected] no later than January 31 at 12:00.