Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) Officer at First Bank

Job Summary

• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to direct the Bank’s environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) matters.
• Conduct due diligence, monitor credit portfolios, provide technical advice and reporting towards the actualization of the ESG goals.

Deliverables

• Design, develop, implement and monitor ESG plans, frameworks, projects and targets.
• Provide guidance and advisory to internal stakeholders on sustainability initiatives, impacts, risks and opportunities.
• Conduct due diligence, assess and advice on internal operations, business risks in all business areas.
• Review internal policies, procedures and standards to identify and close ESG performance gaps.
• Strategic partnership and liaison with external stakeholders – local and foreign.
• Monitor industry trends and advocate for change as appropriate.
• Develop and track checklists to guide credit processes for compliance.
• Coordinate  actions and audits to drive compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• An Advanced Degree (at least Masters or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or relevant field.
• 7 – 10 years relevant experience in working with private sector firms especially in the finance sector and across industry sectors (including infrastructure, agribusiness, and/or manufacturing)
• Specialist knowledge of ESG issues including climate risk, responsible lending and investment; impact investing, ESG integration and implementation, sustainable and green finance, circular economy, corporate disclosure on environmental issues as well as the relevant standards and frameworks.
• Understanding of ESG ratings and performance parameters and the Nigerian Sustainability Banking Principles.
• ESG Analyst and ESG Investing Certifications are essential.
• Project Management or Business Analysis professional certification(s) give added advantage.
• Verbal and written business reporting and presentation.