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CSR Experts - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Alpin Limited, Masdar City
Description
The candidate shall be assigned to an integrated sustainability team for projects within the Middle East and Europe.Company:
Alpin Limited is a multidisciplinary sustainable cleantech consultancy based in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi.
The local team is composed of a diverse range of experts who lead their respective fields, including LEED APs, PQPs, official Estidama trainers, commissioning authorities (CxA), construction managers, MBAs, and building physics PhDs.
Our current projects include The Abu Dhabi midfield Terminal Building, The Msheireb urban redevelopment project, Johnson Controls Research Center, SKMC Dialysis Center, Sowwah Square Abu Dhabi, and several other high profile projects in the EU and GCC.
Reports Directly to:
Head of Sustainability and/or Sustainability Consultant
Roles and Responsibilities:
Developing policies relating to a
company's ethical, sustainable and environmental responsibilities
Ensuring a company has a positive
impact on local communities and the environment
Raising public awareness of a
company's social responsibility commitments through marketing
Conducting research into best
practice
Writing and actioning a company's
social responsibility strategy
Creating partnerships with clients,
employees, suppliers, charities, and other groups
Ensuring that a company's
policies meet legal and commercial needs
Organizing events for employees
and their teams
Encouraging links between the
company and educational or charitable groups
Spreading the word in schools and
local organizations about the company and construction in general
Conduct CSR, ESG Audits
Write coherent audit reports and communicate related recommendations with clients.
Reporting on social responsibility activity to senior managers.
Assisting the company in
developing, managing, and altering social responsibility policies
Using internal communication to
reinforce the company's social responsibility policies
Reaching out to the public via PR
and marketing to deliver the message of the company's commitment to social
responsibility
Working on company branding
strategies with the marketing department
Collaborate across the business
to align with sustainability goals, objectives, and initiatives inclusive
of our streaming services, networks, and facilities
Organize internal volunteer programs and events that drive employee engagement.
Create communications assets and
presentation material to share CSR-related news across internal and
external communications channels
Provide administrative support on
special projects, employee events, programs, and other internal
communications needs
HSERoles, Responsibilities, and Accountability:
§ In addition to your responsibility towards following ALPIN's Integrated Management System, familiarize yourself with ALPIN's Environmental Impact Assessment and contribute towards minimizing their individual environmental impact in the course of their work.
§ Act within the legal responsibilities imposed upon your work and the Company's Quality, Environment, and Health & Safety policies. Familiarize yourself with the Company's Integrated Management System's policies and procedures
Skills:
§ Knowledge of Internal sustainability practices
§ Knowledge of ESG Reporting and tracking Methodologies
§ Knowledge of ARC Skoru Platform
§ Knowledge and understanding of UN SDG's
§ Knowledge of ISO standards, GRI Standards, or other relevant reporting standards
§ Knowledge of Internal sustainability practices disclosure & reporting
§ Ability to manage the process of collecting employee, environmental, and other operational data from respective departments
§ Strong interpersonal skills
§ Knowledge of current sustainability standards: LEED, QSAS, or Estidama;
§ Working towards at least one of the accreditations: LEED GA or AP, Estidama, Green Star or BREEAM;
§ Fluent written & spoken English;
§ Bachelor's Degree (or close to completion of one) in a related discipline (Environmental, Construction Management, Engineering or Architecture);
§ Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment;
§ Ability to self-manage;
§ Strong communication skills (Written, electronic & spoken) & interpersonal skills
Excellent research and analytical skills, Excel skills preferred
Creativity and a can-do attitude
Ability to work in a flexible, fun, and strongly team-oriented environment
Basic Qualifications:
Professional experience with
demonstrated success in corporate social responsibility,
environmental/sustainability work, or related roles
Invested interest in social
causes, sustainability
Experience in analyzing,
reporting, and summarizing data as it pertains to the existing landscape
Excellent verbal and written
communication skills; including editing and copywriting
A self-starter – ability to take
initiative, anticipate issues, and proactively problem solve
Quick learner, boundless
curiosity, and passion for delivering excellence
Project management and time
management with attention to detail
Superior can-do,
no-job-is-beneath-you attitude
Demonstrated motivation and
discipline to work effectively in a collaborative, high-paced environment
Competencies in Microsoft Office
and Google Suite, including presentation software
Additional Experience/Certifications:
§ Prior experience in technology
§ Knowledge of internal communications channels including digital tools (intranets, social media, etc.)
§ Arabic language would is a plus (not required);
§ UAE Driver's license & personal mode of transportation;
Learning Outcomes The successful applicant will gain the following learning outcomes from this position:
§ Deepening of awareness in local, regional, and global environmental issues, and the role that the construction sector plays in contributing to these issues;
§ Hands-on experience of both design and construction projects;
§ Development of analytical and research skills;
§ Experience of the dynamics of a fast-paced consultancy environment;#J-18808-Ljbffr