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Standard Bank Group

Runs banking and financial services across Africa

Sustainability Performance Specialist

Business OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLuanda, AngolaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or Social Sciences is required.
  • Three to four years of experience in sustainability, risk management, or corporate affairs is required.
  • Knowledge and experience with sustainability reporting frameworks and standards are required.
  • Ability to understand and implement sustainable business practices at the organizational level is required.
  • Experience in assurance and reporting is required.
  • In-depth understanding of sustainability rating agencies and materiality assessment processes is required.
  • Five to seven years of specialized experience in sustainability, positive impact, and environmental, social, and governance matters is required.
  • Proven experience in sustainability and ESG consulting, project management, and report preparation is required.
  • Analytical and reporting skills are required.
  • Communication and stakeholder-management skills are required.
  • Technical skills in data administration, environmental management, project management, project report preparation, quality management, issue and request resolution, root-cause analysis, stakeholder management, verbal communication, effective communications writing, document writing and editing, and written communication are required.
  • Behavioral capabilities include adopting practical approaches, communicating information clearly, questioning and challenging ideas, attention to detail and verification, adapting to change, establishing trusted relationships, analyzing information, resolving conflict, identifying and leveraging opportunities, taking initiative, teamwork, and adhering to and promoting standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage sustainability and ESG projects and initiatives from conception through completion, contributing to the organization’s objectives in this area.
  • Support materiality assessments to identify the sustainability topics most relevant to Standard Bank and its stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement data collection and validation frameworks to ensure accurate and consistent sustainability information.
  • Support preparation of sustainability and ESG reports aligned with recognized standards, including GRI, SASB, and TCFD.
  • Collaborate with business units and corporate functions to integrate sustainability principles into business operations.
  • Conduct benchmarking and gap analyses to identify strengths and opportunities to improve sustainability reporting.
  • Integrate sustainability data into existing reporting systems and platforms to support efficient reporting.
  • Recommend improvements to reporting quality, transparency, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Collect and analyze data for sustainability and ESG reports, ensuring accuracy and credibility.
  • Engage stakeholders across countries and jurisdictions to obtain the information and data needed for reporting.
  • Engage internal and external stakeholders to promote sustainability initiatives and develop an organizational culture oriented toward sustainability.
  • Monitor and report progress on sustainability initiatives, using data-based analysis to identify opportunities for improvement and drive continuous improvement in sustainable practices.
  • Track key performance indicators and provide regular updates to stakeholders on sustainability, positive impact, and ESG initiatives.
  • Identify, assess, and implement pilot projects or programs to strengthen the sustainability research agenda, including collaboration with external experts and organizations.
  • Prepare proposals and plans for business practices and collaborate with organizational leaders and business partners across Standard Bank Angola to ensure successful implementation.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices through rigorous review and monitoring, and implement processes to ensure sustainability initiatives meet legal requirements and industry frameworks.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of relevant reporting frameworks and standards and apply it to align reports with best practices.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with change-management methodologies is an advantage.
  • Strong project-management skills are valued.

About the Company

Standard Bank Group

Runs banking and financial services across Africa

Standard Bank Group operates banking, insurance and investment businesses focused on Africa, serving individuals, families, businesses and institutional clients. Its services cover everyday accounts and payments, savings and lending, business finance, corporate transactions and investment banking. The group also manages insurance, asset management and wealth offerings that support clients through different financial needs and stages of life. Local banking operations connect with international centres and offshore hubs to support cross-border activity, trade and access to financial markets. Founded in 1862, the group is headquartered in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Johannesburg, South Africa
Founded
1862

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