ESG Analyst - Midrand at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in Midrand has an opportunity available for an ESG Analyst to join the team.
• The purpose of this role is to research and analyse ESG data to identify ESG risks and opportunities to inform that ESG tragedies.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or a Senior Certificate
• Degree in Environmental Science / Social Science Management / Project Management or related field
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in ESG or sustainable development related field.
• Experience in developing and implementing ESG metrics and data analytics

Job Specification…

ESG Analysis and Reporting:

• Establish and implement ESG data management framework
• Analyse data to inform and support ESG materiality assessment process including peer benchmarking
• Identify key ESG risks and opportunities that can impact ESG performance, reputation and operations
• Conduct monitoring and measurements of ESG performance indicators and reporting
• Conduct due-diligent studies and ESG performance evaluation of suppliers within the value chain
• Assess and maintain the ESG Materiality Matrix
• Assess the ESG rating from rating agencies to determine the gaps and implement appropriate controls to support ESG strategy
• Support the development of the ESG risk framework
• Plan for and coordinate non-financial assurance process
• Support in the preparation of ESG-related Board and Committee materials and reports, as well as support the communications narrative and content for the Group’s ESG activities
• Support ESG disclosures and reporting

Regulatory Compliance:

• Monitor ESG regulatory and standards developments and implement initiatives to ensure compliance
• Conduct an in-depth research and data analysis to assess the ESG performance, peer and industry benchmarking

Stakeholder Liaison:

• Collaborate with the internal and external stakeholders to inform the development and implementation of the ESG strategies and policies

General:

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Competencies

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of ESG data management.
• Critical thinking, capacity to evaluate complex information, identify patterns and draw meaningful conclusions
• Understanding business operations and communicating - various levels and departments within the organisation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex ESG concepts and findings to diverse stakeholders.
• Builds constructive working relationships characterised by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of ESG Analysis
• Strong project management and organisational skills to meet reporting deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project), ESG Frameworks and standards, Data visualisation tools

Special conditions of employment:

• Occasional traveling
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport.

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Closing Date: 22 July 2025