Job Description

About Us

Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia Plc is a company supporting Ethiopia’s digital transformation. As a member of the Vodacom family, we have a wealth of experience connecting over 334 million people globally and over 180 million people in Africa across our network. We look forward to partnering with Ethiopians as we build a new network in Ethiopia.

We are setting the groundwork in readiness for the launch of our services next year and are looking to work with purpose-led teams that put the community at the heart of service.

Safaricom Ethiopia is offering a wide range of careers, whether you’re looking to join our technology, commercial or corporate teams. If you would like a challenge and the promise of a digital future for the people of Ethiopia, we are looking for you. 

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy for a Sustainability Manager, ESG and Human Rights in the External Affairs & Regulatory division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.

Detailed Description

Reporting to the EHOD – Sustainability & Foundation, the position holder will have specific responsibilities for our Environment Social Goals (ESG) and Human Rights programmes. Also to drive the development and implementation of a robust STEM-level risk management framework that aligns with industry best practice and appropriately captures environmental, social and business integrity risks.

The individual will be responsible for creating and maintaining policies, related environmental, social and integrity risk management tools (systems and controls), developing training programs, and driving value additionality initiatives across the company.

In collaboration with legal and compliance professionals, they will also responsible for overall Human Rights risks management across the company, ensuring relevant Global Partnership for Ethiopia policies are consistently applied and implemented, and adapted to the Ethiopia context as relevant. The individual will be a key point of contact for the Lenders/Shareholders on ESG matters and will be responsible for meeting all relevant ESG reporting requirements.  

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee sustainability, ESG and human rights programmes.
• Develop, implement and oversee a robust ESG risk management Systems, with human rights, business integrity and environmental and social (E&S) considerations at its core, to ensure platform commitment to ethical conduct, adherence to relevant local and international regulatory requirements and alignment with best practice.
• Based on the risk topics above, develop an overarching Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) to identify and manage E&S performance related to operations of the OpCo, in line with good international industry practices including IFC Performance Standards, World Bank Group EHS guidelines, UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, ILO Core Conventions.
• Work closely with Global Partnership for Ethiopiateams to ensure policies and procedures are adequately and effectively implemented and that relevant policies and procedures are developed and/or adapted to the Ethiopia context, as relevant.
• Develop a clear procedure for identifying, assessing and managing ESG risks and impacts specifically linked to Safaricom Ethiopia. The procedure should cover all parts of the business and focus on ESG topics including but not limited to:
• Occupational health and safety
• Stakeholder engagement
• Supply chain management and monitoring
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Bribery and corruption, including in obtaining approvals, land allocation, procurement and import of goods and equipment, provision of services, client retention, and interactions with local government and regulators
• Oversee all training undertaken at all levels related to human rights, ethics, compliance, environment, health and safety, labour and other social topics
• Develop and report on metrics and risk indicators for material topics, and other regular requirements of the OpCo, including reporting according to international sustainability reporting standards (such as GRI).   
• Formulate, manage and oversee the E&S due diligence and third-party risk assessment processes for all potential acquisitions (including land acquisitions), contractors and suppliers, seeking the support of external consultants and advisors as appropriate.
• In collaboration with the Chief External Affairs and Regulatory Officer and Head of Sustainability and Foundation lead the creation and maintenance of a strong ESG and compliance risk management culture across all functions of the business. 
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on ESG, Human Rights and Business integrity risk issues as required.
• Provide technical ESG support to ensure that risk management and value-add is embedded into all decision-making processes.
• Maintain relevant records and registers, such as EHS accidents & incidents registers, gifts and conflict registers, procurement registers, and delegated and signing authorities
• Establish and manage a whistleblower/grievance channel for both internal and external complaints, in line with international best practice, with appropriate reporting to and oversight by the board
• Support in the implementation of value-add initiatives (e.g. energy efficiency initiatives, process improvements, natural resources management, gender etc.)

Job Requirements

• The individual for this role will need to be passionate about sustainable development in an African context, and ideally hold relevant qualifications and/or certifications (Masters-level qualifications from reputable institutions preferred).
• 5 years of ESG/Sustainability/Human Rights experience in Africa, preferably in Ethiopia.
• Experience developing and implementing sustainability programs in the telecommunications sector.
• Experience in the international telecommunications sector and strong knowledge of, and ability to provide guidance on, telecommunications/ICT sector ethics, compliance risks, ESG and Human Rights.
• Experience in developing and implementing Environmental, Health and Safety and Social Management Systems in accordance with international standards (IFC Performance Standards and WBG EHS Guidelines, ISO 14000, 45000, 50001 Standards, SA8000 Social Accountability Standard, among other best practice) and strong understanding of requirements under local Ethiopian regulations.
• Strong commitment to integrity, sustainability, ethics and good governance and be able to demonstrate leadership and drive in promoting E&S, integrity and corporate governance performance.
• Self-starter and motivated individual with a pro-active attitude, willing to get involved in all aspects of a new business with a clear mission.
• Effective management skills, strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to make well-reasoned, independent and transparent decisions within short timeframes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships and communicate clearly and effectively at different levels and across functions (both internally and externally).
• Capable of dealing with board, senior management, shareholders, staff and third parties with confidence, independence and authority.
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Familiarity with FCPA and UKBA anti-bribery and corruption guidance specific to the ICT sector.
• Experience in managing a team and in complying with reporting requirements from investors will be an advantage.

How to Apply

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