Sustainability Consultant

Science & Research
Jordan 🇯🇴
October 2, 2023

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Job Description

Job summary: 

  • Establishing a robust sustainability function in APC.

  • Developing and implementing strategies to improve sustainability performance, focusing on areas such as net-zero emissions, green transformation, and resource efficiency.

  • Enhancing the company’s capacity and knowledge in sustainable practices.

  • Ensuring compliance with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards and managing sustainability reporting requirements.

  • Penetrate the Carbon Markets, and the Sustainability financing and grants.

  • Establishing Functional Activities and Operational model for the function.

  • Set SOPs for the sustainability Directors.

  • Work closely with Related APC Directors (Energy, Environment, Trucking, etc.) to set & implement.

Executive and Technical duties: 

The selected sustainability consultant will be responsible “not only but including” the following tasks:

  • Conducting a comprehensive assessment of the company’s current sustainability practices, identifying strengths and weaknesses.

  • Collaborating with key stakeholders Internal and External to develop a sustainability roadmap, including specific goals, targets, and action plans.

  • Designing and implementing a net-zero plan, outlining strategies and measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Formulating a green transformation plan to integrate sustainable practices across various aspects of the mining operations.

  • Providing guidance and support in building internal capacity through training programs, workshops, and knowledge sharing.

  • Managing ESG ratings and certifications, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and frameworks.

  • Overseeing the development of sustainability reports, including data collection, analysis, and communication of results.

  • Monitoring and evaluating the progress of sustainability initiatives, recommending adjustments as necessary.

  • Assess the impact of APC’s projects from sustainability perspective.

  • Assess APC opportunity in Carbon Markets and establish a position in it.

  • Overseeing the opportunities for Green Grants, Green loans and investing in Green Bonds.

  • Participate in Energy Audit activities.

  • Assess and follow up with the current solar projects and studies and carry out new studies if needed.

  • Assess and follow up with the current water projects and studies and carry out new studies if needed.

  • Review and update the Procurement policies and procedures to be compatible with the recent sustainable practices.

Skills

  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering, sustainability, business management or any related field.

  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in sustainability management, preferably in the mining industries.

  • Master’s degree is Preferable.

  • In-depth knowledge of sustainablity practices, environmental regulations, sustainability frameworks, and industry best practices.

  • Proven experience in developing and implementing sustainability strategies, including net-zero plans and green transformation initiatives.

  • Expertise in conducting ESG assessments and managing sustainability reporting requirements.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify innovative solutions for sustainability challenges.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.

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