Recruitment, apply for First Bank Recruitment 2023 Below
Gatekeepers News reports that First Bank of Nigeria is a Nigerian multinational bank and financial services company headquartered in Lagos. It is the biggest bank in Nigeria by total deposits and gross earnings.
First Bank is recruiting to fill the following the position of an:
Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) Officer
Job Specifications:
Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND – MBA/MSC/MA
Location:
Lagos | Nigeria.
Job Description:
Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to direct the Bank’s environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) matters. Conduct due diligence, monitor credit portfolios, provide technical advice and reporting towards the actualization of the ESG goals.
Deliverables:
Design, develop, implement and monitor ESG plans, frameworks, projects and targets.
Provide guidance and advisory to internal stakeholders on sustainability initiatives, impacts, risks and opportunities.
Conduct due diligence, assess and advice on internal operations, business risks in all business areas.
Review internal policies, procedures and standards to identify and close ESG performance gaps.
Strategic partnership and liaison with external stakeholders – local and foreign.
Monitor industry trends and advocate for change as appropriate.
Develop and track checklists to guide credit processes for compliance.
Coordinate actions and audits to drive compliance with regulatory requirements.
Qualifications and Requirements:
An Advanced Degree (at least Masters or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or relevant field.
7-10 years relevant experience in working with private sector firms especially in the finance sector and across industry sectors (including infrastructure, agribusiness, and/or manufacturing)
Specialist knowledge of ESG issues including climate risk, responsible lending and investment; impact investing, ESG integration and implementation, sustainable and green finance, circular economy, corporate disclosure on environmental issues as well as the relevant standards and frameworks.
Understanding of ESG ratings and performance parameters and the Nigerian Sustainability Banking Principles.
ESG Analyst and ESG Investing Certifications are essential.
Project Management or Business Analysis professional certification(s) give added advantage.
Verbal and written business reporting and presentation.
Method of Application
Qualified and interested candidates should Apply by Clicking the Link below.
Deadline: May 18, 2023.
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