Environmental and Social Risk Specialist
DB/ Vacancy- 0179/23
Job Summary
The Environmental and Social Risk Specialist is responsible for ensuring the Bank’s compliance with environmental and social regulations, policies, and best practices. In addition, the role holder is responsible for assessing and managing the environmental and social risks associated with the Bank’s operations and investments. Furthermore, the specialist collaborates with various internal departments and external stakeholders to promote sustainable and responsible business practices.
Academic & Professional Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline, preferably environmental engineering, environmental or social studies; development studies / development finance; or a similar area.
- Master’s Degree in environmental engineering, environmental or social studies; development studies / development finance; or a similar area is an added advantage.
Experience
- At least six (6) years’ relevant experience.
Behavioral Competency
- Strong communication skills, including report writing (use of PowerPoint and diagrams to present information in a concise format) and oral communication.
- Effective negotiation skills, including the ability to be persuasive as well as to listen and pragmatically identify when compromise is required.
- Highly motivated and results driven.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent logical reasoning and structure in thought and communications.
- Proven ability to mentor and grow the skills of team members.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage and prioritize a busy and diverse workload with a range of deliverables for a variety of stakeholders.
- Enjoy working as part of a team, collaborating and coordinating where appropriate.
- Good judgement and attention to detail.
Required Technical Competency
- Strong knowledge of environmental and social regulations, standards, and frameworks, such as Equator Principles, IFC Performance Standards, and Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) guidelines.
- Experience in conducting environmental and social risk assessments and due diligence processes.
- Familiarity with environmental and social impact assessment methodologies and tools.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data and information related to environmental and social performance.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to influence and drive change towards sustainable practices.
- Knowledge of financial services and banking operations.
- Understanding of emerging environmental and social trends, regulations, and industry practices.
Academic & Professional Qualification
Bachelor Degree in a business related field e.g. Accounting, Management, Economics, Business Administration
Job Requirements
Experience
· A minimum of Five (5) years of relevant experience
Behavioral Competency
Interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to diversity/inclusion.
Creativity and innovation skills.
Action-oriented.
Quality focus and attention to detail.
Professionalism and integrity are in line with Dashen Bank’s values.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Critical and analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Personal motivation and drive exhibited through a commitment to hard work, continuous improvement and achievement of goals.
Good customer relationship management skills (internal and external customers).
Risk awareness and focus – demonstrates an understanding of risk management practices, standards and regulatory requirements.
“Required Technical Competency
Understands the basic mechanisms of general financial products and services.
Good knowledge of Bank’s accounting and procedures.
Ability to respond to basic client inquiries and instructions and the capability of advising and resolving most issues and requests.
Excellent command of Microsoft Office application and good command of the core banking system
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Academic & Professional Qualification
Bachelor Degree in a business related field e.g. Accounting, Management, Economics, Business Administration
Job Requirements
Experience
· A minimum of Five (5) years relevant experience
Behavioral Competency
Interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, including ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to diversity/inclusion.
Creativity and innovation skills.
Action oriented.
Quality focus and attention to detail.
Professionalism and integrity in line with Dashen Bank values.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Critical and analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
Personal motivation and drive exhibited through commitment to hard work, continuous improvement and achievement of goals.
Good customer relationship management skills (internal and external customers).
Risk awareness and focus – demonstrates understanding of risk management practices, standards and regulatory requirements.
“Required Technical Competency
Understands the basic mechanisms of general financial products and services.
Good knowledge of Bank’s accounting and procedures.
Ability to respond to basic client inquiries and instructions and the capability of advising and resolving most issues and requests.
Excellent command of Microsoft Office application and good command of the core banking system
1. Interested and qualified applicants should apply through
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2. Applicants should fill in all the details on the vacancy application form and make sure they submit it after completing all the questions.
3. Finally, please scan all relevant credentials (Uploading relevant credentials that verify educational qualification, work experience licenses, certifications …. etc. which are stated on the application form /CV).
4. Login to This vacancy application website and attach the scanned documents in PDF format (*mandatory).
NB. *Applicants who do not have This account need to register using a personal email account,
*CVs shall not be more than 3 pages and saved in PDF format (mandatory
NB: – Dashen Bank does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Hence, if you are asked for any please refuse.
Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply
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Interested applicants can apply before the closing date of the application. For more information please read the full article
Deadline: Sep 15, 2023
