Sustainability Manager at UAC

What You’ll Do 

Sustainability Strategy & Governance 

• Develop and execute UAC Foods’ company-wide Sustainability and ESG Strategy aligned with corporate objectives. 
• Embed sustainability considerations into business strategy, operations, supply chain, and product innovation. 
• Establish sustainability governance structures, policies, KPIs, and performance indicators. 
• Manage sustainability initiatives to ensure delivery within approved budgets and timelines. 
• Work closely with procurement to promote ethical and sustainable sourcing practices. 

Environmental Sustainability 

• Lead initiatives on energy efficiency, water stewardship, waste reduction, emissions management, and sustainable packaging. 
• Track and report environmental performance across manufacturing plants and operations. 
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian environmental regulations and international standards. 
• Support and promote effective green housekeeping and operating practices across the business. 

Public Affairs & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local, state, and federal stakeholders, including host communities and regulatory bodies. 
• Engage with government institutions such as the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, SON, NAFDAC, and MAN. 
• Partner with state governments and agencies to support sustainability-related policies and initiatives. 

Community Development Projects 

• Identify and evaluate community development projects and partnerships aligned with business and sustainability goals. 
• Conduct impact assessments to ensure initiatives meet community needs and deliver measurable value. 
• Ensure all projects comply with legal, regulatory, and environmental standards. 

Corporate Communication & Reputation Management 

• Promote and communicate UAC Foods’ sustainability philosophy to internal and external stakeholders. 
• Support corporate brand building through sustainability programmes, events, sponsorships, and media engagement. 
• Anticipate reputational risks and develop proactive communication and mitigation plans. 

Reporting, Compliance & Performance Monitoring 

• Lead ESG data collection, analysis, and reporting in line with GRI, SASB, TCFD, and local regulatory requirements. 
• Prepare sustainability inputs for annual reports, investor disclosures, audits, and ESG ratings. 
• Define dashboards and benchmarks to track performance and identify risks, opportunities, and innovation pathways. 
• Benchmark UAC Foods’ sustainability performance against industry peers. 

What We’re Looking For 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Economics, Engineering, Business, or a related field. 
• Master’s degree or professional certification in Sustainability/ESG is an advantage. 

Experience 

• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in Sustainability, ESG, Corporate Affairs, or Strategy. 
• FMCG industry experience is highly preferred. 
• Proven experience developing and implementing sustainability or ESG programmes. 

Core Skills & Competencies 

• Strong strategic thinking and project management skills. 
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities. 
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting skills. 
• Solid knowledge of Nigerian and international environmental and social regulations. 
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.