ESG and Sustainability Consultant at Ovations Technologies

• Our client in Fintech is seeking an experienced ESG & Sustainability Consultant to support the development, implementation, and advancement of its sustainability and ESG agenda across multiple African markets. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned ESG professional to contribute to impactful initiatives that drive financial inclusion, digital inclusion, responsible business practices, and sustainable growth across the continent.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of Group Fintech's ESG and Sustainability Strategy and roadmap
• Embed ESG principles into business planning, governance, and operational processes
• Drive sustainability programmes and impact measurement initiatives
• Coordinate ESG reporting, disclosures, and alignment with global frameworks (GRI, SASB, ISSB, SDGs, etc.)
• Support stakeholder engagement with regulators, investors, NGOs, development partners, and industry bodies
• Develop sustainability communications, thought leadership, and reputation-building initiatives
• Monitor emerging ESG trends, regulations, risks, and opportunities across Africa and globally
• Partner with Corporate Affairs, Finance, Risk, Compliance, HR, Procurement, and Operating Companies to ensure effective ESG delivery

Key Deliverables

• ESG Strategy implementation support
• Quarterly ESG performance dashboards and progress reports
• Sustainability impact measurement frameworks and reporting tools
• ESG stakeholder engagement plans and materiality assessment inputs
• Sustainability disclosures and reporting support
• Executive and Board-level sustainability updates
• ESG trend analyses and monitoring reports
• Recommendations to advance ESG maturity and continuous improvement

Requirements

•  7–10 years' experience in ESG, Sustainability, Corporate Affairs, Stakeholder Relations, Development Finance, Responsible Business, or related fields
• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Business, Communications, Public Policy, or a related discipline
• Postgraduate qualification advantageous
• Strong experience in ESG strategy, programme implementation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
• Sound knowledge of international ESG frameworks and sustainability disclosure standards
• Experience within Financial Services, Fintech, Telecommunications, or other highly regulated industries preferred
• Excellent analytical, reporting, communication, and project management skills
• Fluent in English (French advantageous)