Senior Advisor, Environmental & Social Risks (Indo-Pacific)

EDC; Singapore; On-site; USD 113,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

EDC is seeking an Environmental and Social Risk Advisor in Singapore to join their ESG team. This role involves assessing E&S risks in transactions, collaborating with business teams, and ensuring compliance with international standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental or social sciences, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering responsible business practices.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years’ experience in ESIA or ESDD.
• Advanced knowledge of ESIA and due diligence principles.
• Fluency in English (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment of EDC transactions for E&S risks.
• Collaborate with teams to negotiate environmental commitments.
• Conduct site visits to assess E&S capacity.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in environmental or social sciences

Job description

How to apply

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application deadline

EDC and ESG

EDC is Canada’s export credit agency, offering information, knowledge, and innovative commercial solutions to help Canadian exporters and investors expand their international business. We take on risk so Canadian businesses can take on the world.

When you join our team, you’ll be helping Canadian companies bring their vision, passion, and innovation to the global marketplace. Your knowledge and expertise will support more than 13,000 Canadian companies and their customers in as many as 200 markets worldwide. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the best and brightest in an inclusive, collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. And you’ll know that you’re making a difference every day—for companies, for Canada and for the people you work with. Year after year, EDC has been recognized as a Top 100 and Top Family-Friendly Employer.

As an Export Credit Agency, Export Development Canada (EDC) helps Canadian companies of all sizes succeed on the world stage. With this goal in mind, EDC aims to increase trade opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region through growing our local presence in Singapore with a variety of locally offered services.

The EDC branch office in Singapore serves as a hub for the Indo-Pacific region. The branch allows us to support our Indo-Pacific and Canadian customers more effectively as they go, grow and succeed internationally.

At EDC, we view Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) as a competitive advantage for ourselves and our customers. Through our deep subject matter expertise, we support organizations of all sizes to evolve their responsible business practices as a means of improving their competitive position. Most of our ESG team resides in Canada, but we have a Singapore team that is expanding to accelerate the impact we can have in the Indo-Pacific region through local expertise and timely support.

Job Overview

The EDC Singapore branch office is seeking a motivated and resourceful person to join our ESG team as an Environmental and Social (E&S) Risk Advisor for the Indo-Pacific region. The ESG team is responsible for helping fulfill EDC’s commitments to conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner and integrate our ESG values into the business we do. The E&S Risk Advisor will conduct due diligence on the businesses we support for our customers doing business or looking to expand into the Indo-Pacific region. Our vision for this role is to be an integral part of the business team to help manage relationships with our customers and partners, guiding them on their ESG journey and ensuring this journey reflects the E&S risks in their business. The role will be supported through close collaboration with the head office ESG group in Ottawa.

This is an opportunity for a resourceful E&S risk analyst who can build strong relationships with EDC clients in the Indo-Pacific region, EDC business teams, and ESG colleagues whether based in Singapore, the Asia Pacific Region, or Canada, and who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the assessment of EDC transactions, identifying material E&S risks and recommending key mitigants for EDC’s financing and insurance transactions, applying relevant international standards such as the Equator Principles, IFC Performance Standards, and UNGPs.
2. Analyze and determine the adequacy of ESIA, ESDD reports, monitoring reports, thematic reports (e.g., biodiversity, archaeology, human rights), environmental and social action plans (ESAPs), audit reports, consultant terms of reference, requests for proposals, and E&S-related policies to manage risks and promote alignment with best practices and standards.
3. Collaborate with EDC business teams to negotiate environmental and social commitments in financing documentation to address risks.
4. Manage relationships with stakeholders, including internal and external clients, co-lenders, IFIs, DFIs, ECAs, and consultants, building trust and credibility.
5. Conduct site visits within the Indo-Pacific region to assess E&S capacity and performance (typically 1-6 days, 1-5 times per year).
6. Monitor transaction/project performance over time, resolving issues of non-compliance with E&S commitments.
7. Advise management on E&S issues, making technical recommendations to improve transaction performance.
8. Produce and edit documents for risk management committees, business teams, senior management, and external clients.
9. Provide expert advice on the interpretation and application of ESRM policies and procedures.
10. Maintain deep knowledge of ESRM policies, standards, and relevant regulations to ensure compliance.
11. Develop understanding of EDC’s mandate and strategic focus in the Indo-Pacific to identify opportunities for advancing sustainability.
12. Support EDC on non-transaction E&S interactions with external stakeholders as needed.

Screening Criteria

• Degree in environmental or social sciences, environmental management, risk management, climate change, biodiversity, water resources, international development, sustainable development, human rights, gender studies, occupational health and safety, community relations & resettlement, law, or engineering.
• Advanced knowledge of ESIA and due diligence principles, frameworks, and standards, including the Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage stakeholder relationships.
• 7-10 years’ experience in ESIA or ESDD, or relevant industry experience in sectors like extractive industries, agrifoods, clean tech, renewable energy, infrastructure, etc.
• Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines managing multiple tasks.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, capable of conveying complex issues clearly.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.
• Ability to work independently and across geographies and time zones.

Assets

• Expertise in social or biodiversity impact assessments.
• Experience as an independent E&S consultant or with international finance institutions.
• Proficiency in additional Indo-Pacific languages.
• Degree or training in Business, Finance, or related fields.

Salary Range

• ESG Risk Management 18: $113,250 - $188,750 + performance bonus
• ESG Risk Management 19: $142,250 - $237,500 + performance bonus

Eligibility

• Legal eligibility to work in Singapore (Citizens or Permanent Residents preferred). Must meet security screening requirements.

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity

EDC is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We promote an inclusive environment that respects all backgrounds and abilities. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A pool of qualified candidates may be used to fill similar positions at EDC.