Senior Manager - ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) - Dubai Holding Real Estate

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Dubai Holding's real estate business has developed strategic destinations and communities that offer unique and attractive lifestyle opportunities to meet the evolving needs of Dubai's residents and visitors alike. As a master developer, we invest in sustainable infrastructure, accessibility, community amenities and family-focused facilities including community centres, mosques, schools, supermarkets and landscaping.

Our integrated real estate offering also includes a robust land sales portfolio, project management for large scale projects, as well as top notch facilities management services.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manager - ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) to join Dubai Holding Real Estate. The job holder will be responsible to support the section head in managing Company's ESG strategy and plan in alignment with DH sustainability strategy, improving environmental and sustainability performance of the company, creating long term value for all stakeholders.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Support the section head in managing Company's ESG implementation plan to achieve its environmental and sustainability objectives, including opportunities to reduce carbon footprint and achieve circularity.
• Lead ESG data collection and relevant coordination within Company offices and project sites in direct liaison with data owners, in line with the set sustainability data governance and processes to ensure accurate, consistent, reliable and complete data collection on ESG metrics.
• Drive the implementation of planned ESG initiatives as well as integrating ESG into initiatives of other functions with relevant department representatives.
• Support Section Head in ensuring ESG risks and opportunities are integrated into business strategy, plan and operations, driving sustainable growth and mitigating potential risks.
• Act as the lead ESG champion fostering a culture of sustainability within the Company by engaging stakeholders and promoting responsible practices and enhancing brand reputation.
• Ideate and support planning ESG initiatives within the Company by actively contributing to planning and execution, and measuring progress towards achieving sustainability goals, optimizing resource allocation and maximizing positive impact.
• Support execution of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Gender Equality and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives within the Company, in coordination with all relevant departments, such as Human Capital, Administration, Operations, Corporate Communications and Culture.
• Support Section Head in establishing processes and procedures to ensure Company's preparedness to collect and report supply chain emissions focusing on project development and delivery.
• Keep comprehensive and accurate data logs of reporting, communications and research to allow for efficient business planning and execution.
• Prepare presentation material to show progress and outcomes of research as well as marketing material to support Commercial team.
• Lead all research and latest updates on global, regional and local trends and news that relate to sustainability, ESG and real estate. This involves research on latest technologies, innovation, market updates, resources and stakeholders.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Any relevant ESG certification such as Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), or Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) certification - preferred
• Knowledge on latest global sustainability trends and innovation with a specific focus on real estate.
• Understanding of Environmental legal framework, Climate change adaptation and mitigation at organizational and real estate development level and experience in delivering sustainability strategies and implementation plans at masterplan, design, construction and corporate level.
• Minimum 6-8 years of relevant experience preferably in planning, architecture and engineering or management consultancy.
• Relative experience in Environmental impact assessments, strategic environmental planning, Social Value, CSR (corporate social responsibility), Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Gender Equality frameworks, strategies and initiatives and ability to lead initiatives.
• Experienced in social value creation in development projects and organizational diversity, gender equity and inclusion.

About the Benefits:

At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.

Mid Senior level

Full time