Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Manager at Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of ESG factors into infrastructure investment decision-making processes.
• Provide Environmental & Social Risk Management support to ACP-managed assets.
• Develop and implement climate risk screening tools, conduct comprehensive climate risk assessments, and create strategies to enhance climate resilience within infrastructure projects.
• Integrate climate risk considerations into the investment process for infrastructure projects at all stages.
• Prepare and present ESG reports, including impact assessments, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to corporate knowledge by participating in and leading technical and policy-level discussions on E&S risks and other sustainability issues and trends with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• A strong academic record, with a Master degree in Environmental Science or Management, Engineering, Risk Management, Clitnate Sciences, or disciplines frot-n a leading university. professional qualifications/certifications in Project Management, ESG, or Climate are a plus.
• 8—12 years of relevant practical experience in ESS and climate risks in emerging markets and developing ecowmies, preferably with a DFI, MOB, or infrastructure private equity.
• Proven track record in integrating ESG factors into infrastructure investment processes and managing environmental and social risks
• Experience in conducting climate risk assessrnents and scenario analysis for infrastructure projects. understanding ot Concession agreements, PPA, EPC, contracts, and experience in integrating ESG and Climate Resilience
• Strong communication and writing skills (fluency in English and French is preferable) are highly desirable.