Manager: Sustainability Programme

SUMMARY:
To support the operationalisation of the Company’s Sustainability Framework through the coordination and delivery of targeted sustainability programmes, products and services, internal capability building, and strategic stakeholder engagement.

POSITION INFO:

Key Performance Areas

SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION

• Coordinate and monitor cross-departmental sustainability projects and ensure alignment with the Bank’s scorecard targets.
• Provide input into quarterly submissions to ExCo and Board, as required.
• Track implementation risks, recommend solutions, and ensure feedback loops are embedded in all programme cycles.

IMPLEMENTATION OF SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK

• Translate the approved Sustainability Strategy into an annual implementation plan, prioritising initiatives as well as products and services with measurable impact.
• Design and facilitate internal sustainability committees, working groups, and staff engagement forums.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND TRACKING

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with public, private, and civil society actors to drive sustainability initiatives.
• Design and implement a strategic stakeholder engagement plan aligned to the Bank’s sustainability goals and framework.
• Support the Bank’s participation in key national and global sustainability platforms and forums (e.g. PRB, UNEP-FI, Just Transition forums).
• Collaborate with Communications to position The Company as a credible and responsible sustainability actor by contributing to joint statements, industry consultations, and sector reports.
• Establish, nurture, and manage relationships with key sustainability actors to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and funding opportunities.
• Lead and coordinate the planning, content development, and delivery of Bank-hosted sustainability events and campaigns.
• Support the development and tracking of partnership agreements, MOUs, and co-investment proposals aligned with the Bank’s sustainability objectives.

INTERNAL CAPACITY BUILDING AND AWARENESS

• Design a structured plan that aligns learning priorities with the Bank’s Sustainability Strategy, incorporating key themes such as climate risk, just transition, ESG integration, and SDGs.
• Facilitate regular sessions for staff across functions and levels, using tailored content and formats (e.g. in-person, virtual, self-paced) to embed core sustainability principles and expectations.
• Develop toolkits, guides, explainer documents, and an internal sustainability resource hub (e.g. intranet space) to support ongoing learning and awareness.
• Establish and coordinate internal working groups, communities of practice, or knowledge exchanges to encourage peer learning and application of sustainability practices across business units.
• Track participation, gather staff feedback, and assess learning effectiveness to iteratively improve the relevance and impact of training and awareness efforts.
• Facilitate internal sustainability awareness and training programmes to strengthen organisational capability.

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Business Administration, Agriculture, or a related field.
• 5 years’ experience in sustainability, development, or related programme implementation roles, preferably within the financial services, agriculture, or development sectors.
• 3 – 5 years’ demonstrated experience in coordinating multi-stakeholder sustainability initiatives, partnerships, or cross-functional projects.
• 3 – 5 years’ proven track record in facilitating internal awareness, learning programmes, or change management initiatives related to ESG, SDGs, or sustainability strategy.
• 3 – 5 years’ Strong exposure to sustainability-related reporting, communications, or strategic planning.

Critical Competencies

• Advanced Microsoft Office
• Problem Solving
• Business Acumen
• Stakeholder Management
• Organisation and Planning
• Reporting
• Excellent Written & Verbal Communication

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge /Experience of Business Environment
• Knowledge of the company Act