Head of Sustainability Transformation

Job Details

JOB PURPOSE:

The role will lead the bank on its journey towards embedding its sustainability vision into its practices and operations, and facilitate a transformative integration process that positions the bank as a regional leader.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement a forward-thinking transformation strategy aligned with the organization’s sustainability mission and business objectives.

• Drive the process of stakeholder engagement, materiality analysis, policy development, initiative planning and performance tracking .

• Keep abreast of global sustainability trends, ensuring the bank’s initiatives are forward-looking and globally relevant.

• Integrate ESG risks assessment and management across the bank portfolio and update risk appetite metrics with new risk tolerance thresholds . • Support and advise sustainability functions including data and reporting, partnerships and engagement and sustainable finance; ensuring their integration in overall sustainability transformation policy .

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including executives, department heads, and cross-functional teams, to ensure alignment and commitment to sustainability and innovation goals.

• Collaborate with external partners, industry experts, and research institutions to leverage external knowledge and resources.

EDUCATION :

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration).

WORK EXPERIENCE :

Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a leadership role focused on sustainable finance, innovation, or a related field. Demonstrated success in driving sustainable innovations and positive environmental impact.