Manager, Environmental Sustainability & Climate Finance


  2026-06-10
  Lagos, Nigeria
  Not specified
  Banking & Finance

CSR-in-Action Group is a pioneering force in strategy consulting in sustainability, change management and organisational development, dedicated to driving positive change through our diverse business conglomerate. For over 14 years, we have been at the forefront of management advisory and facilitation, with our operations spanning CSR-in-Action Consulting, CSR-in-Action Advocacy, and the CSR-in-Action College of Sustainable Citizenship. As a multinational enterprise, our reach and impact extends globally. Our commitment is to transform the way businesses interact with their communities and the environment, ensuring that every action contributes to a better world.

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.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.


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