HEAD: IMPACT, ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE – POTENTIA

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 

The Organisation
Namibia is blessed with abundant wind and solar renewable energy resources and the Government is looking to harness these resources to establish a new synthetic fuels Industry. The Green Hydrogen Namibia Program (GH2 Namibia) aims to harness the incredible potential of Green Hydrogen as a cornerstone of our nation’s sustainable energy mix. GH2 Namibia has been appointed to carry out the Government’s meticulously crafted Green Hydrogen Strategy. Over the coming 3 years, they aim to drive industrialization across the country striving for successful execution of the designated pilot projects. The Program envisions placing Green Industrialisation, catalyzed through green hydrogen development, at the heart of their construction endeavor, ensuring economic growth and prosperity Is achieved for all Namibians. To make this goal a reality. GH2 Namibia Is seeking to attract top-tier talent that will have the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact within the emerging field of Green Hydrogen, a novel concept In Namibia, a burgeoning industry worldwide, and a field at the pinnacle of advancements in renewable energy technology.

HEAD: IMPACT, ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE

The Position

The Head: IESG will be responsible for the development and implementation of IESG policies, procedures, and standards across the program’s portfolio of Green Hydrogen projects. You will provide specialist IESG advisory services on the program ensuring overall program compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations in line with international best practice. You will play a critical role in the evaluation of development proposals by assessing environmental and social (ESS) standards/safeguards and environmental impact (El). As the lead on all IESG-related matters, you will engage effectively with various program stakeholders including government authorities, community groups and Investors. This position appeals to you if you are an experienced ESG practitioner and environmental enthusiast, committed to making a positive and meaningful impact towards the attainment of Namibia’s sustainability goals.

Minimum requirements

• A Master’s Degree In Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM), Environmental Management (MEM). Natural Resources Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Sciences. Urban and Environmental Planning, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 10 years’ relevant experience of which 6 years should have been in a similar role.
• Proficiency in English.