Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Manager at Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) is a multilateral financial institution, created by African sovereign states to provide pragmatic solutions to Africa's infrastructure deficit and challenging operating environment. We actively pursue these solutions by developing and financing infrastructure, natural resources and industrial assets for the enhanced productivity and economic growth of African states.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

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

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of ESG factors into infrastructure investment decision-making processes.
• Provide Environmental & Social Risk Management support to ACP-managed assets.
• Develop and implement climate risk screening tools, conduct comprehensive climate risk assessments, and create strategies to enhance climate resilience within infrastructure projects.
• Integrate climate risk considerations into the investment process for infrastructure projects at all stages.
• Prepare and present ESG reports, including impact assessments, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to corporate knowledge by participating in and leading technical and policy-level discussions on E&S risks and other sustainability issues and trends with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• A strong academic record, with a Master degree in Environmental Science or Management, Engineering, Risk Management, Climate Sciences, or disciplines.
• Professional qualifications/certifications in Project Management, ESG, or Climate are a plus.
• 8-12 years of relevant practical experience in ESS and climate risks in emerging markets and developing ecowmies, preferably with a DFI, MOB, or infrastructure private equity.
• Proven track record in integrating ESG factors into infrastructure investment processes and managing environmental and social risks
• Experience in conducting climate risk assessrnents and scenario analysis for infrastructure projects. understanding ot Concession agreements, PPA, EPC, contracts, and experience in integrating ESG and Climate Resilience
• Strong communication and writing skills (fluency in English and French is preferable) are highly desirable. 

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@africafc.org using the Job Reference as the subject of the mail.