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    Environmental, Social Governance - Nairobi, Kenya - BURN Manufacturing

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    BURN designs, manufactures, and distributes aspirational fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.

    BURN has revolutionized the global cookstove sector by proving the business case for selling a high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized cookstoves.

    About the role

    BURN Manufacturing is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Environmental, Social Governance (ESG) & Impact Manager to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya.

    The selected individual will play a pivotal role in conducting Social & Environmental (S&E) due diligence, monitoring, and reporting in adherence to BURN's Sustainability Handbook and other organizational policies.

    The ESG & Impact Manager will actively contribute to the achievement of BURN's impact goals, ensuring alignment with industry reporting standards.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Understand ESG principles and tailor strategies to meet specific organizational needs.
    Integrate ESG into the overall business strategy as a value driver for BURN.
    Conduct ESG training, capacity building, and skills enhancement programs specific to the company.
    Advocate for shared value and demonstrate measurable impact.
    Perform ESG due diligence (ESDD) and audits, enhancing organizational capacity.
    Monitor and evaluate the implementation of BURN's ESG action plans (ESAP).
    Prepare comprehensive ESG/Sustainability reports.
    Establish effective corporate governance structures, procedures, and processes for sustainability, stakeholder value, and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
    Ensure investor readiness for BURN by addressing ESG considerations.
    Conduct research on emerging sustainability trends, assess their impact on BURN's strategy, and provide insights for informed decision-making.
    Measure and communicate progress on the impact strategy to stakeholders.

    Collaborate in S&E screening with investment principals, engage external consultants for SEDD, and contribute to term sheets and Facility Agreements, embedding SE conditionalities.

    Proactively lead S&E and portfolio company monitoring and reporting.
    Oversee ESG and impact data capturing, ensuring data integrity.
    Prepare the annual impact report for the Board and Shareholders at BURN.

    Skills and Experience

    Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, public policy, economics, sustainability, or a related field. A master's degree is an added advantage.
    Minimum of 5 years' experience in the sustainability space.
    Familiarity with industry standards, requirements, and best practices including the: Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), Principal Adverse Sustainability Impacts Statement (PIAS), IFC Sustainability Framework, and International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
    Strong research and analytical skills, with practical expertise in performing Social & Environmental due diligence.
    Proficiency in working with quantitative and qualitative data, data analysis, and reporting with keen attention to detail.
    Ability to engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external.
    Working knowledge of climate change and TCFD requirements.
    Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.


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