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Corporate Social Responsibility / Sustainability Specialist Bachelor Degree Job

2024-10-23 19:00   NGO/Non-Profit Jobs   Lagos   33 views
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Job Summary
The CSR/Sustainability Specialist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our Corporate Social Responsibility strategies and initiatives. This role is pivotal in aligning our Social Responsibility policies with Sabi's mission and sustainability goals, focusing on areas like sustainable sourcing, environmental impact, and social responsibility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations, impact assessment while collaborating with local communities, NGOs, and regulatory bodies to enhance our social and environmental footprint.
What you will be doing

Lead the development and execution of CSR policies and practices that align with our mission and goals and develop action plans to enhance performance in areas like sustainable sourcing and distribution of commodities.
Create plans and strategies to ensure compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations within the agricultural sector.
Collaborate with local communities, NGOs, and regulatory bodies to foster relationships that enhance our social and environmental footprint.
Identify and assess environmental and social risks related to the agricultural sector and make informed recommendations to reduce risks.
Participate in global and regional sustainability programs, while driving economic growth.
Stay updated on relevant legislation, industry trends, and best practices in CSR, particularly within the agricultural
Use data-driven insights to improve CSR initiatives and report on outcomes
Prepare detailed reports on CSR progress, sustainability metrics, and impact assessments including supply chain impact, resource efficiency, and community development for stakeholders and senior management.

Requirements
Special Skills and Qualifications



Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Social Sciences or related fields.
3-5 years of experience in CSR, sustainability, or related roles, ideally within the technology-driven or agricultural sector.
Knowledge of ESG principles, regulations, standards, and best practices related to sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and ethical trade.
Proficiency in sustainability reporting frameworks
Experience managing stakeholder relations with governments, NGOs, and local communities.
Excellent communication, project management, and strategic thinking skills.

Candidate Specification

Motivated by the mission of Sabi
Pragmatic with quantitative and analytical ability and attention to detail
Driven, independent thinker and leader who can juggle multiple projects simultaneously with fast-changing priorities
High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
A focus on execution. Willing and able to get hands dirty.
Flexibility to roll up your sleeves and attack problems and projects as they arise, where you will need to set out a clear structure, method and outcomes yourself.

Company Description
Sabi is a category agnostic B2B network for informal trade focused on accelerating the velocity of commerce by enabling stakeholders in the informal sector to access and offer value amongst each other. We work to understand the individual needs of merchants by engaging them through different channels before connecting them to whichever service(s) that best helps them grow their business.