CSR Experts - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Alpin Limited, Masdar City

    Alpin Limited, Masdar City
    Alpin Limited, Masdar City Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    2 weeks ago

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    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.

    We also have commissioning authorities and consultants based in Munich, London, New York City, and other prominent global locations.


    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