ESG Manager

Role & responsibilities:

ESG Manager :

Role Purpose:
The ESG Manager shall be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of CLRs Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS). This includes ensuring full compliance with national labor laws, IFC Performance Standards, ILO Core Conventions, and BII's Policy on Responsible Investing, including its Gender-Based Violence and Harassment (GBVH) guidelines. The role is integral to driving responsible business conduct across all CLR operations.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables:

1. Legal Compliance & Labor Law Management:

• Maintain and update the organizations Legal Register in line with applicable central and state labor regulations.
• Track and ensure timely renewal of all relevant licenses and permits across CLR sites.
• Integrate upcoming Labor Codes into internal compliance systems immediately upon enactment.
• Provide regular compliance status reports to management.

2. E&S Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

• Conduct comprehensive Environmental and Social (E&S) Risk Assessments across current and prospective sectors.
• Categorize CLRs operational sectors as High, Medium, or Low Risk and define specific mitigation protocols.
• Monitor and document the implementation of mitigation measures across all client and project sites.
• Periodically review and revise risk frameworks in response to operational realities and stakeholder feedback.

3. ESG Framework Alignment:

• Ensure CLRs ESG practices are aligned with the following:
• IFC Performance Standards
• ILO Core Labor Standards
• BII Policy on Responsible Investing
• Stay abreast of emerging ESG regulations and update internal practices accordingly.
• Benchmark CLR’s ESG framework against industry best practices and recommend improvements.

4. ESG Policy Development & Implementation:

• Drive the execution of CLR’s ESG policies and ensure effective rollout of the following:
• Environmental Sustainability Policy
• Occupational Health & Safety Policy
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policy
• Business Integrity & Ethical Conduct Guidelines
• Embed ESG principles across CLR departments, sites, and project portfolios.

5. ESG Program Management:

• Lead and coordinate ESG programs across all organizational units.
• Oversee implementation of sustainability initiatives including but not limited to:
• Energy efficiency
• Waste reduction
• Responsible procurement practices
• Conduct periodic ESG risk reviews and develop action plans based on findings.

6. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all ESG-related communications with:
• Clients
• Investors
• Auditors
• Regulatory bodies
• Manage responses to due diligence queries and external ESG assessments.

7. ESG Performance Data & Reporting:

• Develop and maintain robust systems for ESG data collection, validation, and reporting.
• Prepare periodic ESG performance dashboards and disclosures for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all ESG data is audit-ready,consistent, and compliant with investor and regulatory expectations.

8. Capacity Building and Culture Development:

• Design and conduct awareness and training programs on ESG-related topics for employees at all levels.
• Foster a culture of ethical conduct, safety, inclusion, and sustainability within the organization.
• Develop ESG training content tailored to roles and risk levels across business units.

9. Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Drive the adoption of global ESG best practices and innovative approaches.
• Identify and close performance gaps through data analysis, field insights, and stakeholder inputs.
• Recommend strategic ESG priorities for future business alignment.

Deliverables:

The ESG Manager shall be accountable for the following deliverables:

• Updated and compliant Legal Register
• Documented E&S Risk Assessment Reports and mitigation plans
• Quarterly ESG Performance Reports
• Annual ESG Impact Assessment Report
• Training materials and attendance logs
• Policy review summaries and implementation checklists
• Records of stakeholder engagement and issue resolution responsibilities