Sustainability Analyst at Dangote

Job Summary:

The role is focused on monitoring, analyzing and forecasting sustainability performance of DCP operations, in particular providing in-depth reports on alternative energy issues. It monitors industry developments and undertakes specific actions and production-related technology, assessing sustainability implications for the business

Key Duties & Responsibilities

•  Monitors and tracks the company's environmental, social, economic and governance (ESG) impact to avert risk exposures.
•  Manage and lead the sustainability program including assigning responsibilities to Plant Sustainability Champions and ensuring task completion and data integrity.
•  Support changing management to satisfy operational requirements and maintain compliance with sustainability standards.
•  Investigate and liaise with relevant functions to resolve incidents or complaints received from Plants and host communities.
•  Train company staff, vendors and other stakeholders on relevant sustainability issues and standards.
•  Analyze ESG emerging issues and work collaboratively with operations and leadership to provide a plan of action.
•  Assist management in implementing sustainability integration programs to promote increased sustainability performance.
•  Support Plants in implementing sound, cost-effective energy, and water management practices to enhance energy security, independence, and sustainability.
•  Assesses investment requirements and the costs of finding, developing, producing and delivering alternative energy sources.
•  Analyses developments of energy demand, taking into consideration environment, alternative fuel substitution and the impact on the energy supply mix.
•  Carries out any other tasks assigned by the relevant superiors as pertain to his / her background, qualifications and position.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher degree in Environmental Science, Forestry and Wildlife Management, Social Sciences or relevant Engineering discipline. Master’s Degree in Sustainable development, Energy Management or related courses would be an advantage

Work Experience      

• Working knowledge of Sustainability, Environmental science, Energy efficiency, Process Engineering, and Consulting in sustainability or ESG.
• Interest in Sustainability Reporting using GRI or related global reporting frameworks such as the IFC, GHG protocol, CDP, TCFD etc.
• Other related sustainability experience and certifications

Skills and Competencies 

• Problem solving and out-of-the box thinking
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of local and international sustainability standards
• Passion for sustainability and a commitment to promoting ethical practices
• Experience with continuous emission monitor systems and associated compliance reporting.
• Ability to build robust business cases, making data-driven decisions