ESG Manager - Cape Town at Mulilo

Duties and responsibilities 

Environmental and Social Governance Responsibilities

Due Diligence and Procurement (pre-FID)

• Assist in incorporating ESG template clauses and negotiating procurement and project supply agreements.
• Align with Mulilo’s ESG standards as a reference framework, overseeing and reviewing due diligence findings preceding FID/construction.
• Evaluate and advise on mitigation or management plans for identified ESG risks.
• Review final investment decision presentations.

Construction and Operations (post-FID)

• Continuously assess asset compliance with Mulilo’s specific ESG standards and offer guidance if issues or trends are identified.
• Advise on specific ESG incident responses and prevention strategies (e.g., safety, environmental, regulatory incidents).
• Facilitate strategic sustainability initiatives on-site across Mulilo’s portfolio, focusing on waste reduction, decommissioning plans, supplier engagement, and H&S programs.
• Collaborate closely with local portfolio companies and project partners for successful delivery of ESG projects.

Reporting / Other

• Strengthen Mulilo’s ESG and sustainability data framework by consolidating and managing project- and portfolio-level data.
• Streamline and expand Mulilo’s ESG reporting processes, from project/investment to stakeholders.
• Prepare sustainability disclosures under applicable regulations and assist in crafting Mulilo’s annual sustainability report.
• Keep abreast of ESG reporting developments and ensure Mulilo remains at the forefront of sustainability reporting initiatives.
• Develop training materials and educational presentations for Mulilo staff.
• Foster best practices adoption by effectively communicating and coaching across the business.

Required skills and education background.

• Relevant qualification in Social/Economic Science or Development Studies
• 7 years’ experience in Renewable Energy or community management
• Financial and Legal literacy, including contract comprehension.
• Proficient in data manipulation, analysis, and spreadsheet utilization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about ESG principles
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Excellent presentation skills across various levels, including local community meetings, board-level presentations, and press relations.