Manager - CSR & Sustainability

Apparel Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Manager – CSR & Sustainability to oversee CSR programs and support sustainability initiatives. Responsibilities include managing projects in education and community development, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in CSR/Sustainability, proven success in project management, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in CSR/Sustainability.
• Proven success in management of CSR projects.
• Experience in communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage execution of CSR projects focused on education and community development.
• Support sustainability initiatives like energy audits and green practices.
• Coordinate communication with vendors and government bodies.

Skills

Program management

Data analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Job description

Description

The Manager – CSR & Sustainability will be responsible for executing CSR programs and supporting sustainability initiatives aligned with the organization's priorities. The role involves hands‑on program management, data tracking, compliance support, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the smooth implementation of initiatives that create social and environmental value.

Key Responsibilities

Program Implementation

• Manage on‑ground execution of CSR projects in areas such as education, health, environment, and community development.
• Coordinate with partner NGOs and vendors for project delivery and documentation.
• Track project milestones, budgets, and ensure timely reporting of outcomes.

Sustainability Operations

• Support sustainability initiatives like energy and waste audits, green office practices, and awareness campaigns.
• Collect and analyze data for environmental KPIs and ESG reporting.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Maintain communication with implementation partners, vendors, and relevant government bodies.
• Support internal stakeholder alignment and facilitate employee volunteer programs.

Compliance & Reporting Support

• Ensure documentation and reporting aligned with Companies Act CSR guidelines.
• Assist in impact assessments, monitoring frameworks, and audit documentation.

Communication

• Compile updates, case studies, and success stories for internal communication and sustainability reports.
• Assist in organizing CSR events, drives, and awareness campaigns.

Desired Experience

The ideal Manager – CSR & Sustainability in a retail company should have 5‑7 years of progressive experience in CSR/Sustainability. Proven success in driving high level cross‑functional collaboration, enhancing customer engagement, and achieving & exceeding sales KPI targets for stores.