Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Manager at FairMoney Nigeria

FairMoney is building the leading mobile bank for emerging markets. We started with a digital microcredit application on Android, and currently roll out additional financial services (current account, savings, debit card) while expanding the product to Western Africa and South-East Asia.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Manager

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinating environmental and social initiatives and compliance with the law and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance to internal teams on sustainability programs, risks, and opportunities including ESG due diligence.
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring a corporate-level Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS), which will be implemented in all business areas, across all operational levels.
• Coordinating with teams in all business areas to ensure adherence to the ESMS frameworks.
• Coordinating and working with the HR teams and business leaders across all regions we operate in.
• Monitor performance towards ESG goals and publish periodic reports on ESG and the impact created by FairMoney.

Framework Adherence Role:

• Support in driving the sustainability and ESG agenda, objectives, goals, and programs by coordinating with different business units
• Monitor the effectiveness of implementing the appropriate Policies, Processes, Procedures, and Guides and provide for their updating in line with changes in laws, regulations, and corporate directives
• Review corporate activities and ensure compliance with E&S Policies, Management Plans, and Procedures.
• Provide guidance and advice to the Country HR teams on the requirements of identifying and implementing local E&S-related laws and regulations and monitor compliance.
• Support the Management in driving the education, communication, training, and implementation of the ESG Policies. across the company in all operational areas, including its associated business activities, sub-contractors, and supply chains, where relevant.

Risk Management Role:

• Work with various business regions to identify E&S-related compliance & risks.
• Develop the appropriate strategies to make sure the company is compliant with ESG regulations.
• Address the E&S risks and their potential impacts.
• Carry out E&S risk assessments through support from local Country HR teams.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records and investigates complaints and suspected violations.
• Monitor follow-up actions in cases where violations were found, and review compliance monitoring reports.

Requirements

• Bachelors / Masters's in a relevant field (e.g. Economics, Public Policy, International Politics, Business).
• Experience working in (or demonstrated passion for) ESG compliance, social responsibility, or sustainability issues.
• 4+ years of experience in the ESG domain.
• Experience in setting up ESMS at a Fintech.
• Experience in measuring impact and financial inclusion.
• Good networking & skills to liaise with shareholders & leadership.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work successfully in an ambiguous and fast-moving environment, to meet tight deadlines.
• Fintech and/or experience working in emerging markets / developing economies would be favorable.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Work From Home
• Training & Development

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Recruitment Process

• A screening interview with one of the members of the Talent Acquisition team for 30 minutes.
• Technical interview with the Hiring Manager for 45-60 minutes.
• Interview with the relevant stake holders for 45 minutes.