Manager, Environmental Sustainability & Climate Finance

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Manager, Environmental Sustainability & Climate Finance

Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full-time

Overall Purpose of Job

• Manage climate finance strategies and ensure compliance with international environmental standards.
• Ensure alignment with the Group ESG Strategy Framework, regulatory requirements, and sustainability objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Oversee environmental sustainability and climate finance processes across the organisation and its subsidiaries.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, financial institutions, and development partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee baseline emissions assessments and establish reduction targets in line with Net Zero commitments.
• Develop and implement GHG reduction strategies, including Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions tracking.
• Conduct climate risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Monitor, track and report environmental and climate-related KPIs in line with the Board-approved ESG Strategy.
• Develop and implement the company’s environmental sustainability strategy.
• Lead the assessment and management of environmental risks, including biodiversity impact, emissions reduction, water resource management, and climate-related risks.
• Develop carbon offset strategies and manage participation in voluntary and compliance carbon markets.
• Identify and secure climate finance opportunities, including green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and carbon credit trading.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure the accuracy and completeness of ESG reporting.
• Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, NGOs, financial institutions and other relevant stakeholders.
• Design and implement ESG reporting templates and dashboards to track key performance indicators.
• Develop and implement corporate sustainability policies in line with industry best practices, international standards, and regulatory requirements.

Person Specification

• Strong knowledge of climate-related financial risks, carbon accounting methodologies, and ESG disclosure frameworks.
• Experience in securing green finance, managing carbon credits, and implementing decarbonisation strategies.
• A good First Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Climate Finance, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in environmental sustainability, climate risk management, or carbon finance, preferably in the energy sector.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Proven track record of engaging with regulatory agencies and financial institutions on sustainability-related matters.