ESG Manager at Willers Solutions

Budget:  7 million Annually (Negotiable)

Job Location: Igbarim/ Anambra State

Sector: Agro-Allied

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies and policies to manage ESG, HSE, and sustainability matters within the Company taking into consideration leading practices
• Ensure a healthy and safe environment for humans and livestock on the farm
• Develop and implement safety policies and plans across the business
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and regulatory requirements, including biosecurity and ESG measures
• Conduct and report on bio-security risk assessments periodically, identifying risk-mitigating strategies
• Conduct preliminary ESG due diligence assessments on projects and activities, and liaise with external ESG consultants, as required
• Maintain records on the ESG and HSE performance of the company in line with defined metrics, including benchmark analysis
• Identify emerging ESG and HSE risks, and design mitigating measures
• Identify technologies that enhance the company’s HSE performance and recommend same for deployment
• Facilitate relevant training programs to sensitive staff and visitors on the company’s ESG and safety policies
• Ensure safety gears are optimally stocked and properly deployed
• Ensure safety signs are well-positioned across the farm
• Ensure safety devices are well-maintained

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years experience in an ESG/ bio-health management role with a minimum of 1 year in a senior officer role
• Strong understanding of the Agribusiness Value Chain
• Relevant undergraduate degree; Master’s degree in a relevant field is desirable.
• Relevant certifications would be a plus
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, networking and communication skills