Manager, ESG & Climate Risk at Equity Bank Kenya

Job Purpose:

The role ensures that the bank integrates ESG principles into its risk management framework, aligns with regulatory requirements, and enhances sustainability practices. This role involves risk assessment, policy development, and stakeholder engagement to mitigate ESG-related financial and operational risks.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement ESG and climate risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Assess and monitor ESG-related risks, including climate change, environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and governance risks.
• Ensure compliance with local and international ESG regulations, guidelines, and sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with risk, compliance, and strategy teams to integrate ESG factors into enterprise risk management.
• Conduct risk assessments on climate change impact, carbon footprint, and sustainability performance.
• Provide advisory support to senior management on ESG risk mitigation strategies.
• Track and report key ESG risk indicators, sustainability performance metrics, and climate-related financial risks.
• Engage with regulators, investors, and stakeholders to promote ESG transparency and reporting.
• Support the development of sustainable finance initiatives, green lending policies, and responsible investment practices.
• Conduct training and awareness sessions on ESG and climate risk management.

Qualifications

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CFA ESG Investing, GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR), or equivalent are preferred.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in ESG risk management, climate risk, or sustainability practices.
• Strong knowledge of ESG regulatory frameworks such as TCFD, GRI, SASB, and IFRS Sustainability Standards.
• Experience in climate risk modeling, carbon risk assessment, and sustainable finance

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in ESG and climate risk management.
• Excellent understanding of global sustainability trends and regulatory requirements
• Ability to develop and implement ESG risk frameworks and reporting structures.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity in handling sustainability and governance matters.
• Proficiency in ESG data analysis, sustainability reporting tools, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple sustainability initiatives simultaneously.