Environmental, Social, and Governance Coordination Officer

At Watu Africa, we empower entrepreneurs.

WATU is a mission-driven, customer-centric company that believes that every entrepreneur deserves an opportunity to start, grow and achieve their goals in life. As Africa’s fastest-growing Asset Finance company, we see the continent’s bright and prosperous future and want to be part of the team transforming it into reality. Our vision is to provide asset financing services for mobility assets (motorcycles, three-wheelers, and vehicles) and phones to ambitious individuals who believe that, when provided with the right tools, they can fulfill their dreams as entrepreneurs and prosper in life while supporting the needs of their families and community. We, therefore, have a commitment to Empower Entrepreneurs by providing the means needed to move and improve in their lives.

An ESG Coordination Officer plays a vital role within the ESG team in supporting the ESG Lead in coordinating and implementing Watu’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy. ESG Coordination Officer collaborates with diverse stakeholders across the organization to ensure responsible and sustainable business practices.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Data & Reporting: Gather, analyze, and report on ESG performance metrics across environmental, social, and governance pillars. Help track progress against ESG objectives and targets. Assist with the development and implementation of ESG reporting frameworks and disclosures. Maintain documentation related to ESG initiatives, including policies, procedures, and performance metrics.
• Policy & Standards: Contribute to the development and revision of Watu’s ESG policies, standards, and guidelines. Conduct research and analysis on best practices and emerging trends in the ESG landscape.
• Project Management: Implement and manage ESG initiatives and projects in collaboration with relevant teams. Track progress, monitor performance, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders on ESG matters, including employees, investors, regulators, and communities. Educate and raise awareness about Watu’s ESG commitments and initiatives.
• ESG Risk Assessment: Identify all major potential ESG impacts and risks, and ensure their magnitude and significance are well comprehended and implemented as a way to mitigate the risks.
• Communication: Prepare presentations, reports, and other communication materials. Assist in addressing stakeholder inquiries and feedback regarding Watu’s ESG performance.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative support for ESG-related activities. Manage scheduling, logistics, and coordination for ESG meetings and events. Coordinate ESG-related training programs for staff.

• Accuracy and completeness of ESG data collected.
• Timeliness of ESG reporting.
• Number of comprehensive ESG reports successfully published.
• Completion rate of ESG projects on time and within budget, and stakeholder satisfaction with project outcomes.
• Efficiency in scheduling and logistics management.

Education level:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, social science, business, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience working in the ESG or sustainability field, ideally within the financial services or mobility sector.
• Proven experience in a coordination or project management role, preferably in an ESG-related field.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ESG-related software tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
• Sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB).
• Database management, research, and analysis skills.
• Knowledge of relevant ESG regulations and frameworks.
• Policy drafting and writing skills.
• Knowledge of various communication channels (e.g., newsletters, social media, internal forums).
• Organization, time management, scheduling, and logistics skills.

Behavioral skills:

• Proven track record of integrity while managing business transactions.
• Ability to quickly strike a rapport with strangers and build meaningful and lasting business relationships.
• Embraces, leads and embeds change.
• Must actively demonstrate the values of Watu; Strong Ethics and Standards.
• Motivates, coaches and develops the team.
• Strong organizational skills with problem solving attitude.
• Ability to measure and analyze key performance indicators.
• Excellent multitasking skills.
• Project management skills.
• Problem solving, Creative and Critical thinking skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.