Sustainability Officer at Gulf African Bank

• The Sustainability Officer will undertake the development and execution of the Bank’s sustainability and ESG strategy, embedding responsible practices across all operations. This role ensures regulatory compliance, strengthens ESG performance, and drives initiatives that position the bank as a leader in sustainable and responsible banking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sustainability Strategy & Implementation
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine the Bank’s Sustainability and ESG Strategy in alignment with the corporate strategy.
• Lead sustainability-related strategic initiatives and integrate ESG principles across business units.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in green finance, sustainable operations, and responsible banking practices.
• Support management in integrating sustainability considerations into strategic an commercial decisions.
• ESG Reporting & Compliance
• Coordinate preparation of sustainability and ESG reports, disclosures, and dashboards.
• Ensure compliance with local and international ESG regulations, frameworks, and standards (e.g., IFRS Sustainability Standards, TCFD, GRI).
• Monitor emerging sustainability regulations and risks to advise the business.
• Data Management & Analytics
• Establish and maintain ESG data collection, verification, and reporting systems.
• Track and analyze key sustainability performance indicators and recommend actions for improvement.
• Work closely with Risk, Finance, and Operations teams to integrate ESG metrics into business decisions.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Engage internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, auditors, partners, and customers, on sustainability matters.
• Support sustainability-related communication and awareness initiatives within the bank.
• Represent the bank in sustainability forums, industry working groups, or partnerships.
• Capacity Building
• Build internal ESG capability through training, guidance, and practical tools.
• Champion a sustainability mindset and culture across the Bank

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Economics, Finance, Business, or related field.
• A master’s degree or professional certification in sustainability/ESG (e.g., CFA ESG, GRI Certification, Sustainability Management) is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental management, corporate strategy, risk, or related fields—preferably within financial services.

Job specific competencies:

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail and execution discipline.
• Solid understanding of ESG risks, opportunities, and their implications for the financial sector.
• Proficiency in ESG data analysis, reporting tools, and dashboards