Environmental Sustainability Associate at Food Concepts Plc

Food Concepts commenced operations in 2001. From inception, our aim has been clear-cut and focused: to revolutionize the food sector in West Africa and to deliver extraordinary satisfaction to our stakeholders.

Since launching in 2004, Chicken Republic (Subsidiary of Food concepts) has already opened 55 stores in Nigeria and Ghana. On this basis, we are proud of the brand’s hard-earned reputation as the fastest growing chicken QSR in West Africa and the number 1 chicken QSR in Nigeria (both in revenues and number of outlets). In addition, Chicken Republic was ranked as one of Nigeria’s top 20 brands across all categories (Financial Standards Awards 2009).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Environmental Sustainability Associate

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Grade Level: 4
Department: Quality / EHS Department
Reports to (Title): Environmental Sustainability Manager
Direct Reports: Environmental Sustainability Offficer

Job Purpose

• The Associate will be directly responsible for strict compliance with the requirements of Climate Change Act, Environmental Management System and reporting ESG initiatives and strategies

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

• To collect and gather required activity data for calculating the greenhouse gas emission
• To analyze and interpret data related to sustainability performance and communicate progress to line manager
• To create awareness via sensitization programs to concerned stakeholders on ESG, Environmental sustainability and Environmental Management standards
• The staff will work with line manager on implementation of developed strategies to minimize environmental, social, and economic impact, reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability practices
• To ensure that the organization adheres to relevant environmental regulations and standards
• To engage sustainability team in conjunction with line manager on ensuring sustainability practices is in place
• To ensure the use of sustainable materials and products in the organization’s operations
• To ensure that the organization’s operations are fair and ethical and that it contributes positively to the communities in which it operates
• To work with different departments within the organization to integrate sustainability into all aspects of business.
• Conduct environmental audits to identify areas for improvement and compliance with environmental regulations and climate change Act
• To train employees on sustainability measures
• To gather related ESG and environmental sustainability data for management review meeting
• To support sustainability initiatives across the stores (Energy saving, water-use reduction etc)

Key Performance Indicators

• Efficiency Indicator – Productivity
• Impact Indicator – Customer satisfaction and Fidelity
• Effectiveness Indicator - Value
• Customer service Indicator – Customer complaints
• Safety Indicator – Quality/Safety

Job Specifications
Educational Requirements:

• A minimum of a B.Sc. / HND in Biochemistry; Food Science & Tech; Microbiology and other related science field

Professional Requirements:

• Possession of any relevant certification such as EMS, EnMS, QMS. Courses on Carbon Emission Calculation. Certified Lead Auditor or internal auditor in any of the above-mentioned certifications is an added advantage

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar role

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of ISO14001 in relation to food industry and climate change act
• Knowledge on carbon emission calculation and environmental sustainability practices/initiatives/innovations
• Knowledge of MS office particularly MS Word, Excel and Power Point
• Knowledge of relevant Environmental regulatory standards and requirements
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance policies and procedures and Safety – Food, Fire, Occupational Health and Environment
• Knowledge of tools (Canva or other tools for design), methods and concepts of quality assurance
• Knowledge of data analysis skills and statistical analysis

Contacts and Purpose of Contact:
Internal Contacts (most frequent contacts):

• Line Managers
• Employees

Purpose of Contact:

• Exchange or provide information
• Obtain, clarify, and discuss information
• Present, discuss information and problems
• Collaborate, negotiate and present ideas
• Deal with, influence or motivate subordinates

External Contacts (most frequent contacts):

• Service providers or vendors

Decision Expectations:

• Analyse activity data and report emission data across the business
• Create awareness on sustainability practices

Working Conditions:

• Job holder typically works 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, although some tasks involve visiting the stores for compliance and training.
• This role may involve working during weekends.
• The role requires precision and attention to detail, as it involves data analysis

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online