Principal ESG Manager

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📅 Posted 2026-06-27 · via Himalayas

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Role Overview

ESS is seeking a Principal ESG Manager to play a strategic and technical leadership role across its ESG activities. This position is suited to a seasoned professional capable of leading complex ESIA processes, conducting ESG due diligence, and advising clients at a senior level, while managing multiple high-impact assignments across the region. He will be doing site visits as required depending on the projects that will be assigned to him.
Key Responsibilities
ESG Advisory & Technical Leadership

- Provide expert guidance on ESG standards (IFC Performance Standards, World Bank, etc.)

- Support the development and implementation of ESG strategies across client projects

- Act as a subject matter expert in ESIA and environmental and social risk management

ESIA & E&S Management

- Lead or review Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs)

- Oversee ESMP implementation and monitoring

- Ensure quality control of deliverables from consultants and partners

Project Management

- Manage multiple ESG assignments simultaneously

- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal teams

- Track timelines, deliverables, and budgets

Stakeholder Engagement

- Support stakeholder engagement strategies and community relations

- Advise on grievance mechanisms, RAP/LRP processes, and social risk mitigation

Recruitment & Technical Support

- Work closely with internal teams to define ESG/HSEC role requirements

- Support technical screening and validation of candidates

- Contribute ESG insights to support client needs and business development

Reporting & Governance

- Prepare ESG reports and documentation

- Track KPIs and support continuous improvement

- Assist with audits and due diligence processes

ESG Due Diligence & Risk Advisory

- Lead ESG due diligence for investments, acquisitions, and project financing

- Identify material environmental and social risks, liabilities, and compliance gaps

- Advise clients on risk mitigation strategies aligned with lender expectations

- Support audits, transaction processes, and independent reviews

Requirements

- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Sustainability, or related discipline

- 10+ years of experience in ESG / Environmental & Social roles, with significant exposure in Africa

- Strong experience with ESIA processes and ESMP implementation

- Proven project management experience

- Knowledge of IFC Performance Standards and international ESG frameworks

- Experience in mining, energy, or infrastructure sectors

- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

- Fluency in English required; French strongly preferred

Key Competencies

- Leadership and coordination

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent organization and reporting abilities

- Ability to work across multiple projects and cultures

Nice to Have

- Experience in Africa

- Experience with RAP/LRP implementation

- Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI)

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