Junior Environmental & Social Risk Analyst

Kelly; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

IDC in Sandton, South Africa, seeks an assistant consultant to support investment teams by advising on environmental and social risk under supervision of the EHS Manager or senior specialists.

You will assist with environmental impact assessments, support the Environmental and Social Management System, conduct due diligence, and help collect sustainability data for reporting (GRI, CDP, IFRS S1/S2, GHG Protocol).

Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in a relevant technical discipline (environmental management preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree qualification will be an added advantage.
• Two to five years’ relevant experience in environmental management or related advisory support.
• Knowledge of SA environmental, social, health and safety legislation and IFC standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and technical support on environmental and social issues to Business Units, clients and subsidiaries under supervision of the EHS Manager or senior specialists.
• Assist with coordination and review of environmental impact assessments conducted by IDC or consultants.
• Support implementation of the IDC Environmental and Social Management System, including use of relevant tools, checklists and procedures.
• Assess environmental, social, health and safety risk profiles of existing business partners and new projects under consideration for IDC financing, with escalation of complex issues.
• Assist with social impact analyses as part of Environmental and Social Due Diligence, including consideration of impacts on communities, livelihoods, vulnerable groups, labour, and community health and safety.
• Assist to collect sustainability data for reporting requirements, including GRI, CDP, IFRS S1 and S2, and the GHG Protocol.
• Monitor compliance with subsidiaries and existing clients against IDC’s environmental, social, resilience and governance requirements and responsible investment requirements.
• Interact with SBUs and departments to support process requirements, service delivery and effective communication.
• Remain abreast of relevant legislation, international standards and best practice, and receive mentoring on basic aspects of the job.

Skills

Risk identification & mitigation

Environmental awareness

Process improvement

Analytical problem-solving

Planning & organising

Business acumen

Customer focus

Results orientation

Education

National Diploma (NQF 6) in relevant technical discipline

Bachelor’s degree (advantage)

Job description

IDC in Sandton, South Africa, seeks an assistant consultant to support investment teams by advising on environmental and social risk under supervision of the EHS Manager or senior specialists.

You will assist with environmental impact assessments, support the Environmental and Social Management System, conduct due diligence, and help collect sustainability data for reporting (GRI, CDP, IFRS S1/S2, GHG Protocol).