Lead ESG Sustainability (Diversity Position)

As the Lead of ESG/Sustainability for ENGIE Energy India Private Limited in Pune, you will be responsible for developing the country's sustainability strategy aligning with ENGIE Group's purpose. Your key activities will include: Role Overview: You will be responsible for integrating ESG considerations into the company's business processes and approach, guiding strategic oversight, and direction to ENGIE teams. You will ensure the ongoing implementation of the company's Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS). Key Responsibilities: - Drive effective management of ESG risks and impacts at the country level, demonstrating leadership in responsible community investment and sustainable company performance. - Adopt and implement the Group's CSR/Sustainability objectives at the country level, coordinating action plans and policy implementation. - Support business lines and corporate in delivering the 2030 Net Zero and 2045 objectives related to climate and societal impacts. - Position ENGIE's strategy and sustainability leadership amongst key external stakeholders. - Set up, manage, or coordinate relevant governance structures to integrate and report Sustainability requirements within ENGIE's country position. - Guide and support the country's senior management teams to provide organizational ESG guidance and process excellence. - Consolidate sustainability-related topics/progress and country performance for dialogue with country management. - Coordinate with functional departments involved in Sustainability strategy, such as HR, Procurement, Ethics, H&S, Finance, Business Development, and Operations. - Identify CSR programs/initiatives that support country commitments and strengthen ENGIE's position in the Just Energy Transition. - Support the entire project value chain, providing ESG input into all aspects of ENGIE's projects. - Oversee ESG team's relationship with contractors to manage project risks and impacts effectively. - Develop and manage the country's ESG budget aligned with business stakeholders. - Ensure compliance with local/country laws related to ESG and ENGIE Group's European directive conformance. - Responsible for quarterly reporting through internal Sustainability/CSR channels. - Work with internal stakeholders to implement the company's communication and stakeholder strategy. - Interface and report with AMEA Hub Sustainability Function to align with Group's missions and requirements. - Create a sustainability culture within the country through training and awareness initiatives. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's/postgraduate degree in socio-economic, environmental science, sustainability, or development studies. - Suitable for female candidates with a minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience in ESG, including project management. - Minimum 7 years of experience in best practice ESG standards and performance. - Proven experience in advising on ESG at the senior management level. Note: This position is located in Pune within the GBU Renewables division of T&G AMEA - India under ENGIE Energy India Private Limited. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree with 3 to 15 years of experience.,