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ESG Associate job at Q-Sourcing Limited trading
Posted by: ugashare-Volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Feb-16
Location: Kampala
Vacancy title:
ESG Associate [ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Consulting , Category: Management ]
Jobs at: Q-Sourcing Limited trading
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, February 20 2025 Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala, East Africa
Summary
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JOB DETAILS:
Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.
On behalf of our client in the renewable energy sector, we are looking for competent, skilled, and experienced ESG Associate Uganda to work in Kampala.
Report To: Head of ESG
Job Summary:
The ESG Associate who will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and management of our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies. This will involve working closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhance sustainability initiatives, measure the company’s impact, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in driving our mission to deliver clean energy solutions while fostering a positive social and environmental footprint.
Duties/Responsibilities:
ESG Strategy Implementation
? Support the Head of ESG in the effective execution of company’s ESG strategy, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall mission to deliver sustainable and innovative solar irrigation solutions.
? Translate strategic goals into actionable plans and initiatives, providing regular progress
updates.
ESMS Development and Alignment Support
? Collaborate with the Head of ESG to design and establish a robust corporate-level Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS).
? Facilitate the integration and execution of the ESMS across all departments, ensuring seamless alignment with company’s operational and compliance requirements.
Monitoring and Compliance
? Oversee company’s adherence to Uganda’s ESG legal framework, ensuring compliance with all relevant environmental, social, and governance standards, policies, and
regulations.
? Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify gaps and ensure corrective measures are implemented promptly.
Data Collection and Analysis
? Gather, analyze, and interpret ESG-related data to support effective decision-making and sustainability reporting.
? Prepare detailed ESG reports for internal and external stakeholders, showcasing progress, impact, and areas for improvement.
Stakeholder Management
? Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, customers, regulatory
bodies, and community groups, to communicate company’s ESG goals, initiatives, and performance metrics.
? Act as a liaison between company’s and key stakeholders to foster collaboration and address concerns related to ESG practices.
Risk Management
? Manage the company’s Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP), ensuring ongoing identification, mitigation, and monitoring of environmental and social risks.
? Work proactively to address potential ESG-related challenges, minimizing operational disruptions.
Continuous Improvement
? Stay informed on global ESG trends, industry benchmarks, and best practices to keep company’s at the forefront of sustainability innovation.
? Propose and implement enhancements to existing ESG policies and frameworks to improve performance and impact.
Collaboration and Cross-Functional Engagement
? Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, marketing, finance, and
product development, to embed ESG principles into core business activities.
? Foster a culture of sustainability and ESG awareness across the organization.
Health and Safety Function
Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify potential hazards and environmental impacts in the company’s operations.
? Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to prevent workplace accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents.
? Coordinate HSE Incident management in coordination with relevant teams to implement corrective and preventive measures
Mandatory Requirements:
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, or a related field
Skills and Experience
NEBOSH certification or equivalent
? Registered OSH Auditor with the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health
? Strategic mindset (to merge ESG and Company-wide strategic objectives (i.e. OKRs))
? Up-to-date on ESG compliance, legislation, standards and best practices within the
AgTech/solar/agricultural sector, i.e., IFC Performance Standards, SDGs.
? Experience in working with a multitude of external stakeholders (e.g. institutional
investors, impact investors, donors, lenders, NGOs, governments, private sector companies)
? Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in ESG, sustainability, or a related field.
? Strong knowledge of Uganda’s HSE regulations and international safety standards.
? Ability to work with teams across multiple geographies
? Understanding of, or experience in, working with data reporting flows (qualitative and
quantitative data)
? Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research and analysis on ESG trends, best practices, and industry standards. Strong ability to synthesize information and provide actionable insights.
? Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ESG concepts to diverse audiences.
? Strong organizational skills
? Has commitment to high quality work product
? Ability to manage multiple work streams at one time
? Ability to think creatively and to be comfortable at ambiguity
? Ability to professionally interact with a wide range of individuals
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree Job application procedure
Application Link;
https://qsourcingservtec.applytojob.com/apply/aOPS0NQ4ln/QSSUOXEB2BB2B-MANAGER
Note:
Deadline for applications is not later than 5:00 pm 20th Thursday February 2025.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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