ESG Lead

• Permanent, full time role
• Flexible location + hybrid working
• Work for the world’s largest humanitarian organisation

About Red Cross

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role

The ESG Lead ensures the integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into the Australian Red Cross way of working. The major focus of the role will be to develop an ESG strategy, identify improvement opportunities and report on ESG performance across the organisation. You will work with a range of internal teams to ensure that Australian Red Cross is complying with applicable ESG regulations, reporting externally and taking a leadership position within the industry.

Day to day you will:

• Support development of a coordinated ESG strategy which considers regulatory requirements and industry trends
• Gather, assess, and report on ESG metrics from various sources, such as supplier reports, sustainability systems and third-party ESG systems
• Benchmark ESG performance against industry peers, global standards and key sustainability indices
• Evaluate current data and practices within Red Cross to identify opportunities for improved ESG performance
• Work with investment teams, corporate leaders, or clients to integrate ESG considerations into decision-making processes, investment strategies and operations
• Monitor developments in ESG related regulations and policies to ensure compliance and mitigate risk
• Engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including investors, ESG rating agencies and regulatory bodies to communicate ESG risks, opportunities, and performance

About you

• You hold experience in a similar role in integrating ESG data from a range of sources and producing meaningful reports for internal and external stakeholders
• You are proficient in analysing large data sets, both quantitative and qualitative, to assess ESG risks and opportunities using tools like Excel, PowerBI or industry databases
• You have experience in reviewing ESG regulatory requirements to determine compliance requirements as well as risk assessment frameworks in identifying, assessing and mitigating organisational risks
• You have proven ability to present with conviction and successfully influence stakeholders at difference levels of the organisation

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity

Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.

Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness, as well as access to guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.

Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options

Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses

Further information

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Housing and Disability Award – Level 4.

Applications close 9am Friday 18^th October

For any enquiries, please contact Warren Smith at wasmith@redcross.org.au – please note this is only for enquiries, all applications must be submitted through our website for consideration.

While we appreciate the interest in our roles, we will not be engaging with agencies or agency candidates on this occasion

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Job Ref # 11558