Manager, Environmental Sustainability & Climate Finance at CSR-in-Action Group

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

• Oversee environmental sustainability and climate finance processes across the organisation and its subsidiaries.
• Ensure alignment with the Group ESG Strategy Framework, regulatory requirements, and sustainability objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Manage climate finance strategies and ensure compliance with international environmental standards.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, financial institutions, and development partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company’s environmental sustainability strategy.
• Develop and implement corporate sustainability policies in line with industry best practices, international standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the assessment and management of environmental risks, including biodiversity impact, emissions reduction, water resource management, and climate-related risks.
• Conduct climate risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop and implement GHG reduction strategies, including Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions tracking.
• Oversee baseline emissions assessments and establish reduction targets in line with Net Zero commitments.
• Identify and secure climate finance opportunities, including green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and carbon credit trading.
• Develop carbon offset strategies and manage participation in voluntary and compliance carbon markets.
• Design and implement ESG reporting templates and dashboards to track key performance indicators.
• Monitor, track and report environmental and climate-related KPIs in line with the Board-approved ESG Strategy.
• Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, NGOs, financial institutions and other relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure the accuracy and completeness of ESG reporting.

Person Specification

• A good First Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Climate Finance, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in environmental sustainability, climate risk management, or carbon finance, preferably in the energy sector.
• 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.
• Proven track record of engaging with regulatory agencies and financial institutions on sustainability-related matters.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: recruitment@csr-in-action.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.