The ESG Lead will coordinate and conduct SAVI activities in Kenya for the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM). This position combines general project management responsibilities with technical facilitation and implementation with companies. In this role, the candidate will support Kenyan companies (KAM members) in successfully achieving the capacity to report and improve their ESG performance, while facilitating sustainability dialogues across selected companies' value chains.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, localization, and integration of ESG and EUDR compliance services into KAM’s consulting portfolio under the SAVI programme.
- Coordinate sector prioritization, company scoping, and ESG/EUDR needs, readiness, and gap assessments across various manufacturing value chains.
- Oversee the development and quality assurance of ESG and EUDR services and compliance roadmaps aligned with international standards.
- Build institutional delivery capacity at KAM through internal ESG and EUDR trainings and service delivery support.
- Recruit, onboard, and deliver pilot cohorts for ESG reporting and EUDR compliance services.
- Lead baseline assessments, risk assessments, and compliance diagnostics for participating companies in collaboration with international consultants.
- Design, mobilize, and facilitate group trainings, workshops, and awareness sessions on ESG reporting and EUDR requirements.
- Coordinate one-on-one technical assistance, site visits, field validations, assessments, and value-chain mapping activities.
- Facilitate upstream supplier engagement and multi-stakeholder dialogue to support traceability, due diligence, and regulatory compliance.
Requirements and Qualifications
- University degree in environmental management, engineering, business sustainability, or a related field.
- A postgraduate degree or professional certification in climate change, ESG reporting, or project management is an advantage.
- 5–7 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability, environment, industrial development, or climate-related projects.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting companies in carbon accounting, developing ESG/EUDR strategies, or climate-action plans.
- Strong ability to facilitate interactive workshops and company sessions on sustainability and ESG integration.
- Proven ability to develop or review ESG reports and advise on sustainability indicators and disclosure standards (GRI, SASB, or equivalent).
How to Apply
Interested and qualifying candidates should:
- Complete the online application form here (accessible via the Apply Now button on the portal).
- Submit a CV and Cover Letter in PDF format. Files should be labeled with the applicant's First name and Last name followed by the document type (e.g., Peter John CV or Peter John Cover Letter).
- Send documents to hr@kam.co.ke indicating "ESG Lead at KAM" in the email subject line.
- Submit a portfolio along with the application.
- The deadline for applications is 27th February 2026.
