Sustainability Manager at UAC Foods Limited

UAC Foods Limited is a leading manufacturer and Marketer of tasty, nourishing convenience foods. The business is a joint venture between UACN Plc of Nigeria with 51% equity stake and Tiger Brands of South Africa with 49%. We are a quality conscious company and always aim to add value to our consumers with our rich basket of Snacks, Beverage and Dairies products. Our foremost act of social responsibility is the nutritious, hygienic and safe products that we consistently give to Nigerians.

Staffed with the right people in key Technical, Production and Customer Service Units coupled with our rich culture of innovation spanning many years, we have remained a dominant player in the food industry. Our company pioneered the Sausage Roll market in 1952 and for over 50 years, Gala has kept Nigerians going in their journey to success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sustainability Manager

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time

What You’ll Do 
Sustainability Strategy & Governance:

• Develop and execute UAC Foods’ company-wide Sustainability and ESG Strategy aligned with corporate objectives. 
• Embed sustainability considerations into business strategy, operations, supply chain, and product innovation. 
• Establish sustainability governance structures, policies, KPIs, and performance indicators. 
• Manage sustainability initiatives to ensure delivery within approved budgets and timelines. 
• Work closely with procurement to promote ethical and sustainable sourcing practices. 

Environmental Sustainability:

• Lead initiatives on energy efficiency, water stewardship, waste reduction, emissions management, and sustainable packaging. 
• Track and report environmental performance across manufacturing plants and operations. 
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian environmental regulations and international standards. 
• Support and promote effective green housekeeping and operating practices across the business. 

Public Affairs & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local, state, and federal stakeholders, including host communities and regulatory bodies. 
• Engage with government institutions such as the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, SON, NAFDAC, and MAN. 
• Partner with state governments and agencies to support sustainability-related policies and initiatives. 

Community Development Projects:

• Identify and evaluate community development projects and partnerships aligned with business and sustainability goals. 
• Conduct impact assessments to ensure initiatives meet community needs and deliver measurable value. 
• Ensure all projects comply with legal, regulatory, and environmental standards. 

Corporate Communication & Reputation Management:

• Promote and communicate UAC Foods’ sustainability philosophy to internal and external stakeholders. 
• Support corporate brand building through sustainability programmes, events, sponsorships, and media engagement. 
• Anticipate reputational risks and develop proactive communication and mitigation plans. 

Reporting, Compliance & Performance Monitoring:

• Lead ESG data collection, analysis, and reporting in line with GRI, SASB, TCFD, and local regulatory requirements. 
• Prepare sustainability inputs for annual reports, investor disclosures, audits, and ESG ratings. 
• Define dashboards and benchmarks to track performance and identify risks, opportunities, and innovation pathways. 
• Benchmark UAC Foods’ sustainability performance against industry peers. 

Requirements
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Economics, Engineering, Business, or a related field. 
• Master’s Degree or professional certification in Sustainability/ESG is an advantage. 

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in Sustainability, ESG, Corporate Affairs, or Strategy. 
• FMCG industry experience is highly preferred. 
• Proven experience developing and implementing sustainability or ESG programmes. 

Core Skills & Competencies:

• Strong strategic thinking and project management skills. 
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities. 
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting skills. 
• Solid knowledge of Nigerian and international environmental and social regulations. 
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership. 

Application Closing Date
13th February, 2026.