Impact and ESG Officer at Poa Internet

Mission Statement for the Role:

• The Impact and ESG Officer is responsible for assisting in the implementing Environmental, Social, and Management System (ESMS) policies and procedures and ensuring social and environmental sustainability in compliance with internationally recognised best practices.

Overall Responsibility:

• To define steps necessary to address compliance gaps where they arise and identify opportunities to add value proactively, beyond compliance and risk mitigation, and contribute to the long-term developmental impact and sustainability initiatives.

Key SMART Results for A-Player

• Collect quality ESG KPIs data collection for reporting using the monthly E&S monitoring and review procedures checklist. (ESAP 16) -1st month after joining
• Monitoring and reviewing procedures for Poa and contractors' operations per the ESMS policies and procedures by completing the internal audit checklist monthly. (ESAP 6)-1st month after joining
• Identify key potential social and environmental impacts and operational risks from audit reports, providing mitigation measures, and maintaining a high percentage of closure rates; this is to be tracked using the risk register. (ESAP 1) -Q1 after joining
• Close all tasks on the data protection risk management plan. (ESAP 17) -1 year after joining

Level of Management Experience Required (Mandatory & Nice to Have)

• Mandatory - Experience working in Impact and ESG

Department stage of development where this role sits

• Preparing for scale

Key Competencies Criticality (H, M, L)

• Proficient in Google workspace and other productivity software-M
• Experience in managing data and analytics regarding key corporate reporting-H
• Research and analytical skills and an interest in performing rigorous quantitative analysis-H
• Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency, inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds-H

Mandatory Criteria if Any with no exceptions to hire:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in environmental and social management systems