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About the role

Develops, implements and reports on the resort’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy, embedding sustainability across operations, supply chain and community engagement.

Key duties & responsibilities

  • Monitor and report the carbon, water, waste and energy footprint.
  • Drive single-use plastic elimination and recycling programmes.
  • Champion local sourcing (Made-in-Nigeria) and sustainable suppliers.
  • Prepare annual ESG report aligned with GRI / SASB / IFRS S1&S2 (where applicable).
  • Engage host communities and lead CSR projects.
  • Conduct sustainability training for all staff.
  • Liaise with NESREA for environmental permits and audits.
  • Pursue green-building certifications (EDGE / LEED).
  • Manage carbon-offset programmes.

What you'll need

  • B.Sc. in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering or related from an NUC-accredited university.
  • Minimum 4 years in corporate sustainability, ESG reporting or environmental management.
  • ISO 14001 Lead Auditor; GRI Certified Sustainability Professional; EDGE / LEED GA; NESREA training.

Technical skills

Carbon-accounting software (Greenhouse / Sphera), MS Excel advanced, ESG reporting standards.

Soft skills

Influence without authority, analytical thinking, storytelling, project management, integrity.

Certifications

  • ISO 14001 Lead Auditor; GRI Certified Sustainability Professional; EDGE / LEED GA; NESREA training.

Key performance indicators

  • Energy intensity reduction ≥ 5% YoY.
  • Waste diversion from landfill ≥ 60%.
  • Local supplier spend share ≥ 50%.
  • Community CSR hours ≥ target.
  • ESG report published on time, externally assured.

Working conditions

Office-based with site audits and community visits.

Career path

Head of ESG → Group Chief Sustainability Officer.

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