Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CRS) & Strategic Projects Manager at First Bank

Department: Communications & Knowledge Engagement

Job Objectives

• To lead the delivery of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability for FBNQuest, drive the strategic advocacy agenda of the group, and projects of the CKE department as may be assigned
• To be responsible for creating and implementing an approach to CR&S that complements the business strategy in the areas of corporate responsibility and employee volunteering in line with regulatory expectations.
• To be responsible for projecting FBNQuest as an involved, responsible and forward-thinking corporate citizen as a member of the FBN Holdings group
• To monitor and evaluate competitor activity and drive the implementation of coordinated response.
• To own and drive assigned duties with a focus on improving top of mind awareness, perception and consideration.
• To strongly support the growth of brand strength performance scores for the FBNQuest cluster of companies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Initiate, develop and manage the delivery of FBNQuest’s Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability strategy in accordance with the HoldCo’s overall plan and the CBN’s requirements under the NSBP.
• Manage special projects for the CKE department in collaboration with internal or external stakeholders
• Initiate and drive the delivery of internal and external strategic advocacy initiatives
• Ensure best-in-class project management practices are applied to deliver all programs and projects within strategy, budget and timelines.
• Design high impact and high visibility projects that align initiatives to the overall business strategy, contribute to business objectives, and drive articulated value for each business within the group.
• Ensure the fulfilment of all reporting requirements to all relevant stakeholders including FBN Holdings, FBNQuest, CBN, and others as may be identified by the business.
• Manage the development and execution of communication plans for all activities, internally (FBNH Group) and externally
• Contribute towards continuous improvement through the implementation of global best practice by keeping the strategy and programmes under review, conducting research into other companies, non-profits and competitors to keep the firm updated on trends.
• Facilitate partnerships, guide and direct partners/consultants in achieving FBNQuest’s social investment objectives.
• Liaise, enhance and maintain relationships with stakeholders internally and externally, as well as responsible interest groups to ensure clarity and alignment and support.
• Lead organizational learning and other management activities across corporate responsibility & sustainability programmes, and adapt as appropriate to stay aligned with business objectives.
• Manage the group CR&S and Strategic Advocacy budget to ensure adherence and maximize returns.
• Support the HOD in development and implementation of annual subsidiary marketing and communications plans
• Support the annual departmental planning/budgeting cycle and ensure departmental resources are aligned with organizational priorities and plans.

Requirements
Education:

• Minimum of a University Degree in Marketing, Social Sciences or related discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 - 8 years’ experience in communications or consulting, with at least 3-4 years in CR&S
• Strong experience working on NSBP implementation in the Nigerian banking sector (mandatory)
• Demonstrable project management experience or training (2-3 years)
• Experience in financial services an advantage
• Excellent in written and spoken English
• Excellent presentation skills.

Key Competency Requirements
Knowledge:

• CR&S principles and practices
• CBN’s Nigerian Sustainability Banking Principles
• Project Management methodologies and techniques
• Dashboard management and reporting
• Financial Products and Services
• Quantitative and Qualitative Research
• Advanced writing skills
• Industry Knowledge
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Projects, and Excel
• Budget planning management.