ESG and Climate Change Specialist (MSC CR&S) at First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank)

First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) is Nigeria's largest financial services institution by total assets and gross earnings. With more than 10 million customer accounts, FirstBank has over 750 branches providing a comprehensive range of retail and corporate financial services. The Bank has an international presence through its subsidiaries, FBN Bank (UK) Limited in London and Paris, FBNBank DRC, FBNBank Ghana, FBNBank Gambia, FBNBank Guinea, FBNBank Sierra Leone and FBNBank Senegal, as well as its Representative Offices in Johannesburg, Beijing and Abu Dhabi.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: ESG and Climate Change Specialist (MSC CR&S)

Job Identification: 1416
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to direct the Bank’s environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) matters. Conduct due diligence, monitor credit portfolios, provide technical advice and reporting towards the actualisation of the ESG goals.

Deliverables

• Design, develop, implement and monitor ESG plans, frameworks, projects and targets.
• Provide guidance and advice to internal stakeholders on sustainability initiatives, impacts, risks and opportunities. 
• Conduct due diligence, assess and advise on internal operations, and business risks in all business areas.
• Review internal policies, procedures and standards to identify and close ESG performance gaps.
• Strategic partnership and liaison with external stakeholders – local and foreign.
• Monitor industry trends and advocate for change as appropriate.
• Develop and track checklists to guide credit processes for compliance.
• Coordinate actions and audits to drive compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• An advanced Degree (at least Master's or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or a relevant field.
• 7-10 years relevant experience in working with private sector firms, especially in the finance sector, and across industry sectors (including infrastructure, agribusiness, and/or manufacturing)
• Specialist knowledge of ESG issues including climate risk, responsible lending and investment, impact investing, ESG integration and implementation, sustainable and green finance, circular economy, corporate disclosure on environmental issues, as well as the relevant standards and frameworks.
• Understanding of ESG ratings and performance parameters, and the Nigerian Sustainability Banking Principles.
• ESG Analyst and ESG Investing Certifications are essential.
• Project Management or Business Analysis professional certification(s) give an added advantage.
• Verbal and written business reporting and presentation.

Application Closing Date
30th May, 2025; 02:46 PM.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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