Manager – ESG & Sustainability (E&S)

Molbio Diagnostics; Goa; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Molbio Diagnostics is seeking a Manager – ESG & Sustainability to lead the development and execution of the company’s ESG strategy, data systems and regulatory disclosures. The role owns the BRSR and BRSR Core under SEBI regulations and drives ESG governance across the organization.

You will coordinate ESMS implementation, ESG data controls and assurance readiness, while engaging with the Board, investors, rating agencies, lenders and regulators to embed sustainable practices in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering, Sustainability, Chemical or Industrial Engineering, Life Sciences, Public Health, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in ESG, Sustainability or EHS will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with the IFC Performance Standards and IFC/World Bank EHS Guidelines is an advantage

Responsibilities

• ESG Strategy & Implementation
• Coordinate ESG initiatives across facilities, R&D centers, warehouses and corporate functions.
• Monitor progress against ESG objectives, action plans and KPIs.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external ESG compliance audits.

Skills

ESG knowledge

Data management

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Communication

Audit and risk management

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Environmental Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

ESMS

IFC Standards

Job description

Role Purpose

The Manager – ESG & Sustainability will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Molbio’s Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) framework across the organization and its subsidiaries. The role is the functional owner of the Company’s statutory sustainability disclosure – including the Business Responsibility & Sustainability Report (BRSR) and BRSR Core under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations – and is accountable for: implementing and maintaining the Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS); building an assurance-ready ESG data and internal-controls environment; owning the greenhouse gas inventory and decarbonisation roadmap; managing the ESG material topics; and embedding sustainable and responsible business practices into day-to-day operations.

The role is also the Company’s principal interface on ESG with the Board and its committees, investors, ESG rating agencies, assurance providers, lenders and regulators.

Key Responsibilities

• ESG Strategy & Implementation
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of the Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS).
• Coordinate ESG initiatives across manufacturing facilities, R&D centres, warehouses and corporate functions.
• Monitor progress against ESG objectives, action plans and key performance indicators.

• Statutory Disclosure, Compliance & Governance
• Ensure compliance with applicable ESG laws/ standards.
• Maintain ESG documentation, records and compliance trackers.
• Own preparation, review and filing of the BRSR and BRSR Core under the SEBI (LODR) Regulations
• Where development finance institution or lender funding is in place, maintain compliance with the applicable E&S covenants and IFC Performance Standards, and deliver periodic E&S monitoring reports.

• Environmental & Social Performance
• Coordinate and support departments for ESG-related initiatives.
• Promote ESG awareness and responsible practices across the organization through training and engagement.

• Audits, Reporting & Risk Management
• Plan and coordinate internal and external ESG compliance audits.
• Track corrective and preventive actions and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Prepare periodic ESG dashboards, management reports and sustainability data for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify emerging ESG risks, monitor evolving regulations and recommend improvements to ensure continued compliance and organizational readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, Sustainability, Chemical or Industrial Engineering, Life Sciences, Public Health, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in ESG, Sustainability or EHS will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with the IFC Performance Standards and IFC/World Bank EHS Guidelines is an advantage

Experience

• 6–10 years of relevant experience in ESG, sustainability, EHS or environmental and social compliance.
• Experience in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics or life sciences will be preferred.
• Exposure to ESG reporting frameworks and management systems is desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of ESG and sustainability principles
• Environmental, labour and social compliance
• Statutory sustainability disclosure (BRSR / BRSR Core) and assurance readiness
• ESG data management, internal controls and data quality assurance
• Policy development and governance
• Audit and risk management
• Cross-functional stakeholder management
• Project planning and execution
• Excellent communication and organizational skills