Position: ESG Manager

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Company: Spiro

Key Responsibilities

• ESIA & Due Diligence:
• Lead local and IFC Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), and related due diligence for Spiro’s projects across Rwanda and beyond.
• Provide technical expertise on ESIA/ESMP, sustainability risk management, and global best practices (e.g., IFC Performance Standards).
• Reporting & Monitoring:
• Prepare weekly and monthly ESIA status reports.
• Implement and oversee the Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS), aligned with corporate policies.
• Manage E&S performance data via the EHS dashboard for all operational countries.
• Training & Capacity Building:
• Train ESG team members on E&S performance management.
• Coordinate implementation of site and office E&S plans.
• Support ESG/CSR teams in writing GRI-compliant annual reports and Spiro Foundation communications.
• M&A & Advisory Support:
• Coordinate environmental and social due diligence (ESDD) during M&A activities via third-party consultants.
• Contribute to negotiating Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAP).
• Policy & Governance:
• Assist the Group Chief ESG Officer in developing ESG policies, KPIs, procedures, and audit mechanisms.
• Collaborate with audit and compliance heads on labour and E&S KPIs.
• Spiro Foundation & Project Management:
• Support the Spiro Foundation in fundraising and program implementation.
• Manage multi-site E&S projects, tracking timelines, budgets, and stakeholder approvals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Technical Competency:
• Strong understanding of IFC Performance Standards, ESIA/ESMP processes, and E&S regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience in managing ESG and sustainability programs in fast-paced environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of local and international permit application processes.
• Analytical & Reporting Skills:
• Proficiency in data analysis and management (Excel, EHS dashboards).
• Experienced in preparing GRI-aligned sustainability reports.
• Communication & Leadership:
• Outstanding English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proven ability to train, lead and influence cross-functional teams.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong leadership, with a “can-do” attitude and cultural sensitivity.
• Highly organized, resilient, and able to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Technical Tools:
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Why Join Spiro?

• Opportunity to shape and lead ESG functions in a growing organisation.
• Work across diverse sectors and geographies within Africa.
• Drive environmental and social impact through high-stakes projects.