GCC ESG & Sustainability Program Lead

Manpower Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Middle East is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead day-to-day ESG projects across the GCC, with Dubai or Amman as possible bases. You will oversee a team of consultants and analysts, ensuring client engagements meet high quality standards while driving operational excellence across multiple projects.

The role requires frequent travel to Saudi Arabia and across the GCC, with flexibility to travel to the UAE and other locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in ESG consulting, advisory, or assurance engagements.
• Strong knowledge of GHG accounting and Scope 1-3 emissions.
• Proficiency with a range of sustainability reporting frameworks (GRI, ISSB, TCFD, SASB, CDP).
• Ability to manage complex ESG projects end-to-end.
• Proven client relationship management and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day delivery of ESG and sustainability projects across the GCC.
• Oversee a team of consultants and analysts to ensure quality outcomes.
• Drive operational excellence across multiple concurrent projects.
• Coordinate frequent travel to Saudi Arabia and across GCC; ensure travel readiness.

Skills

ESG consulting

GHG accounting

Sustainability reporting

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Finance

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Manpower Middle East is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead day-to-day ESG projects across the GCC, with Dubai or Amman as possible bases. You will oversee a team of consultants and analysts, ensuring client engagements meet high quality standards while driving operational excellence across multiple projects.

The role requires frequent travel to Saudi Arabia and across the GCC, with flexibility to travel to the UAE and other locations.