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Senior Environmental & Social Manager

Sistema.bio

full time Nairobi Posted 1 day ago

Requirements

  • 7–10 years of relevant experience in Environmental and Social management, with extensive experience in stakeholder engagement. 

  • Experience overseeing Environmental and Social topics acrros multiple regions/countries within a global organization.  

  • Proven expertise in applying global E&S standards (e.g., IFC PS, World Bank EHS Guidelines, ISO standards).

  • In-depth knowledge of E&S management topics, with the ability to lead a company-wide ESMS, including health & safety, environmental management and impact monitoring.

  • Exceptional collaboration skills, with experience across cross-functional teams, investors, and stakeholders. 

  • Proven ability to work with technical experts to develop and implement an ESMS aligned with international standards.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, proactive mindset, and operational pragmatism.

  • Ability to influence and guide decision-making at the senior management level. 

  • Fluency in English required. Spanish, Hindi or Swahili is a plus.

  • Ability to travel regularly to our regional offices and field locations where we operate.

  • E&S Management System (ESMS): Lead the management and the continuous improvement of a global Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS) aligned with IFC and ISO standards across all operational regions.

  • E&S Risk Assessment and Impact Management: Continuously manage and update E&S risk and impact assessments across sites and processes, ensuring effective mitigation measures, regular monitoring, and ongoing compliance with international standards.

  •  Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: Ensure robust HSE systems and protocols are in place across field and manufacturing operations, driving compliance and continuous improvement in safety performance.

  • Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting: Oversee internal monitoring systems and reporting frameworks to track E&S performance, incident management, and operational improvements.

  • Product and Manufacturing Integration: Collaborate with product and manufacturing teams to integrate environmental and safety considerations into design, production, and lifecycle processes.

  •  Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Response: Lead the development and implementation of emergency response plans and training to ensure readiness across all facilities and teams.

  • Standards Compliance and Audit Readiness: Ensure full regulatory and compliance by leading audits, due diligence processes, and timely resolution of findings.