ESG and Impact Manager

FairMoney is a pioneering mobile banking institution specializing in extending credit to emerging markets. Established in 2017, the company currently operates primarily within Nigeria, and it has secured nearly €50 million in funding from renowned global investors, including Tiger Global, DST, and Flourish Ventures.

In alignment with its vision, FairMoney is actively constructing the foremost mobile banking platform and point-of-sale (POS) solution tailored for emerging markets. The journey began with the introduction of a digital microcredit application exclusively available on Android and iOS devices. Today, FairMoney has significantly expanded its range of services, encompassing a comprehensive suite of financial products, such as current accounts, savings accounts, debit cards, and state-of-the-art POS solutions designed to meet the needs of both merchants and agents. **FairMoney thrives on its diverse workforce, bringing together talent from over 27 nationalities. This multicultural team drives the company’s mission of reshaping financial services for underserved communities.**To gain deeper insights into FairMoney’s pivotal role in reshaping Africa’s financial landscape, we invite you to watch informative video.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinating the environment and social initiatives and the compliance to law and regulatory requirements
• Provide guidance to internal teams on sustainability programmes, risks, opportunities including ESG due diligence
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring a corporate-level Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS), which will be implemented in all business areas, across all operational levels
• Coordinating with teams in all business areas to ensure adherence with the ESMS frameworks
• Coordinating and working with the HR teams and business leaders across all regions we operate in
• Monitor performance towards ESG goals and publish periodic reports on ESG and impact created by FairMoney
• Prepare FairMoney’s annual sustainability report

Framework Adherence Role

• Support in driving the sustainability and ESG agenda, objectives, goals, and programmes by coordinating with different business units
• Monitor the effectiveness of implementation the appropriate Policies, Process, Procedures and Guides and provide for their updating in line with changes in laws, regulations and corporate directives
• Review corporate activities and ensure compliance with E&S Policies, Management Plans and Procedures
• Provide guidance and advice to the Country HR teams on the requirements of identifying and implementing local E&S related laws and regulations and monitor the compliance
• Support the Management in driving the education, communication, training, and implementation of the ESG Policies across the company in all operational areas, including its associated business activities, sub-contractors and supply chains, where relevant.

Risk Management Role

• Work with various business regions to identify E&S related compliance & risks
• Develop the appropriate strategies make sure the company is compliant with the ESG regulations
• Address the E&S risks and their potential impacts
• Carry out E&S risk assessments through the support from local Country HR teams
• Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records and investigates complaints and suspected violations
• Monitor follow-up actions in cases where violations were found, and review compliance monitoring reports

Requirements

• Bachelors / Masters in a relevant field (e.g. Economics, Public Policy, International Politics, Business)
• Experience working in (or demonstrated passion for) ESG compliance, social responsibility or sustainability issues
• 8+ years of experience in ESG domain
• Experience working with development finance institutions
• Good networking & skills to liaise with shareholders & leadership
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to work successfully in an ambiguous and fast-moving environment, to meet tight deadlines.
• Fintech and / or experience working in emerging markets / developing economies would be favorable

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance.

• Pension Plan.

• Paid Time Off.

• Hybrid Work Model.

• Training & Development.

Recruitment Process

• A screening interview with one of the members of the Talent Acquisition team.
• Technical interview with Head, Investor Relations and Founder Office
• Final Interview with Chief Risk Officer/Executive Director