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Digby Wells Environmental

Divisional Manager: Sustainability and Climate Change Services - London

East London

FULL TIME

October 9, 2024

Divisional Manager; Sustainability and Climate Change (London, UK or Gauteng, South Africa)
Company Overview: At Digby Wells Environmental, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our colleagues, clients, the communities we engage with, and the environment.
Position Overview: The Divisional Manager will lead sustainability reporting, align with industry best practices, and oversee climate change initiatives. Drive data-driven strategies to meet sustainability targets and ensure high-quality service delivery.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead global sustainability reporting and ESG initiatives
Develop cutting-edge climate risk and mitigation strategies
Guide clients towards net-zero emissions and biodiversity conservation
Drive innovation in sustainability best practices and reporting frameworks
Produce comprehensive sustainability reports (TNFD, ISSB, GRI, SASB)
Improve client scores on key investor questionnaires (CDP, DJSI)
Conduct sustainability training and workshops for clients and internal teams
Advise on sustainable procurement and supply chain management
Assist clients in setting and achieving ambitious sustainability goals
Oversee the development of Modern Slavery Statements and strategies
Monitor and report on sustainability performance metrics and KPIs
Lead and mentor a global team of sustainability and climate change professionals

Skills and Knowledge:

Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
Knowledge of Environmental, Mining, and Water legislation
Proficiency in project management and financial principles
Deep understanding of responsible investment and sustainability trends
Knowledge of ESG rating agencies, frameworks, and databases
Expert in sustainability data and calculation methodologies
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to build credibility with senior executives
Self-motivated with strong business acumen
Flair for transforming data into compelling reports and infographics
Proficiency in GHG accounting, including GHG Protocol and Carbon Reporting.
Expertise in Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG Accounting and Reporting.

Qualifications:

Postgraduate degree in Financial Communications, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability or similar.

Experience:

10+ years in sustainability consulting
5+ years leading teams in a management role
Proven track record with sustainability reporting frameworks
Experience in carbon management and strategy.
Developing carbon reduction strategies, ideally within ‘the resources sectors.
Background in copywriting or editing

Locations: London UK, Johannesburg South Africa
Why Choose Digby Wells:

Opportunities for growth, learning, and making a lasting impact on the world.
A competitive salary, thoughtfully aligned with internal benchmarks and market standards.
Performance bonuses, reflecting individual and company achievements.
Be part of a global team making a significant impact in the industry
Both formal and informal recognition for outstanding contributions.
Opportunities for shares, allowing our employees to share in the success they contribute to.

If you're ready to lead by example and drive excellence in sustainability and environmental management, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team at Digby Wells Environmental.
Join the Movement: #Global Mining #Makea Difference #Sustainability #ESG
Important Notice to Applicants:

We are committed to protecting your privacy and will handle all personal data in strict accordance with applicable data protection laws.
If you do not receive a response within 14 days of application, we encourage you to continue your job search. While we carefully consider all applications, we are only able to contact candidates selected for further consideration.

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