Manager, ESG & Social Impact

Sime Darby Property; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sustainability Manager to spearhead the development and implementation of sustainability initiatives. This role involves managing the sustainability management system, engaging with vendors, and contributing to the company's ESG training programs. You will also lead the preparation of the Safety & Sustainability Playbook and collaborate with various departments to achieve sustainability goals. With a focus on continuous improvement and best practices, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's sustainability journey while fostering a culture of environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in sustainability.
• MyCREST Certified Practitioner is an added benefit.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's sustainability management system.
• Lead ESG/Sustainability training courses and mentor staff.

Skills

Sustainability Management

Project Management

ESG Training

Vendor Engagement

Technical Advisory

Education

Bachelor Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics

Bachelor Sc. (Hons.) Environmental Sciences

Bachelor Sc. (Hons.) Statistics

Tools

SUSDEX

Tracking Tools

Job description

Requirements

Job Purpose

• Sustainability Management System development and implementation management
• SUSDEX Assessment - annual assessment management
• Vendor Engagement Program specific to carbon foot printing and reduction - key contribution to delivering Group Embodied Carbon Reduction Roadmap for Group
• Contribute to company Sustainability/ESG Training and Capacity Building in collaboration with Human Resources
• Department Lead for ‘Product Sustainability Standardisation Program' in collaboration with Development Services
• Manage annual non-financial sustainability metrics assurance/audit processes for Annual Report process

Job Responsibilities
Financial

• Plan, preparation and adherence to budget (AOP) to facilitate efficient deployment of initiatives. Strictly follow company SOPs in relation to vendor sourcing/contracting.

Operational

• Develop and roll-out company's sustainability management system
• Provide advisory and technical advice to SDP staff on the implementation of management system towards achieving the company's sustainability strategy, and 2030 Sustainability Goals.
• Lead in preparation of content for yearly Safety & Sustainability Playbook and guide SDP staff on actual on-site implementation.
• Lead and/or coordinate ESG/Sustainability training courses
• Continuously review and execute improvements to SMS processes and tools, e.g., SUSDEX, tracking tools. Contribute to and provide input to Corporate Communications Department to enhance sustainability communications.
• Research, collate and share information on best practices and innovation related to sustainability.
• Support ad-hoc project work as may be required by HOD or Head Corporate Sustainability or other function as may be directed from time-to-time.
• Identify related sustainability performance award for the Group to participate in and coordinate submissions (as may be required).
• Project manage applicable internal reward & recognition events.
• Engage with external stakeholders (i.e., NGOs, institutional investor groups etc) as required under direction of supervisor to provide ESG-related information, collaboration development and/or to support other function in the Group as may be required.
• To be a focal point for internal collaboration with; Development Services, Cost & Control Department, M&S and operational Group teams.

People Development

• Attend training for self-development in sustainability related work. Close gaps in technical and leadership competencies.
• Mentor and train Group staff in sustainability.
• Lead for induction program organized by HR Department.

Education/Professional Qualification

• Bachelor Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics, Sciences or Environmental Sciences or Statistics.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 years relevant experience
• MyCREST Certified Practitioner (added benefit)
• Certified Train the Trainer (added benefit)
• Certified Sustainability Practitioner (added benefit)