Director of ESG, Procurement & Strategy

New Development Bank (Ndb); Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 2 530 000 - 4 218 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international development bank is seeking a Director General for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). The role requires minimum 15 years of experience in multilateral development or similar sectors, with strong leadership and strategic skills to lead ESG initiatives. The position mandates relocation to Shanghai and aims to position the bank as a key player in ESG frameworks and procurement processes globally. Competitive, full-time employment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience in a multilateral development bank or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills in managing a diverse workforce.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mainstreaming of ESG considerations in the Bank's operations.
• Oversee project procurement work and manage the ESG risk management framework.
• Develop and review the Bank's ESG-related policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Conflict management

Education

Master's Degree in a relevant professional field

Tools

ESG framework knowledge

Job description

A leading international development bank is seeking a Director General for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). The role requires minimum 15 years of experience in multilateral development or similar sectors, with strong leadership and strategic skills to lead ESG initiatives. The position mandates relocation to Shanghai and aims to position the bank as a key player in ESG frameworks and procurement processes globally. Competitive, full-time employment offered.