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Full Time Sr. Environmental - Social Risk Advisor, Singapore Jobs, Salary up to SGD 16,666 in EXPORT DEVELOPMENT CANADA (Singapore Branch) Central Region (Singapore) - Maukerja
Sr. Environmental - Social Risk Advisor, Singapore
EXPORT DEVELOPMENT CANADA (Singapore Branch)
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As an Export Credit Agency, Export Development Canada (EDC) helps Canadian companies of all sizes succeed on the world stage. With this goal in mind, EDC aims to increase trade opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region through growing our local presence in Singapore with a variety of locally-offered services.
The EDC branch office in Singapore serves as a hub for the Asia-Pacific region. The branch allows us to support our Asia-Pacific and Canadian customers more effectively as they go, grow and succeed internationally.
At EDC, we view Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) as a competitive advantage for ourselves and our customers. Through our deep subject matter expertise, we support organizations of all sizes to evolve their responsible business practices as a means of improving their competitive position. Most of our Environmental and Social Risk Management (ESRM) team resides in Canada, but we have a Singapore team that is expanding to accelerate the impact we can have in the Asia-Pacific region through local expertise and timely support.
Job Overview
The EDC Singapore branch office is seeking a motivated and resourceful person to join our ESRM team as an Senior Environmental and Social (E&S) Risk Advisor for the Asia-Pacific region. The ESRM team is responsible for helping fulfill EDC's commitments to conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner and integrate our ESG values into the business we do. The Senior E&S Risk Advisor will be responsible for conducting due diligence on the business we support for our customers doing business or looking to expand into the Asia-Pacific region. Our vision for this role is to be an integral part of the business team to help manage relationships with our customers and partners and guide them on their ESG journey and ensure this journey is reflective of the E&S risks in their business. The role will be supported through close collaboration with the head office in Ottawa.
This is an opportunity for an individual who is a resourceful E&S risk analyst, who can form strong relationships with EDC clients in the Asia-Pacific region, EDC business teams and ESRM colleagues, whether based in Singapore, the Asia-Pacific region or Canada and who thrives in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Leads the assessment of EDC transactions, identifying material E&S risks and recommending key mitigants for EDC's financing transactions. Applies the Equator Principles, the IFC Performance Standards, the UNGPs and other international standards as relevant.
Analyzes and determines the adequacy of ESIAs, ESDD reports, monitoring reports, thematic reports (e.g., biodiversity, archeology, human rights), environmental and social action plans (ESAPs), audit reports, consultant terms of reference, request for proposals, E&S-related policies with the aim of managing E&S risks and promoting alignment with good practice and international standards
In collaboration with EDC business teams, negotiates with EDC clients the incorporation of E&S commitments in financing documentation to prevent, mitigate, or address the E&S risks on EDC's commercial transactions
Manages relationships with diverse stakeholders, including internal and external clients, co-lending IFIs, DFIs, and ECAs and consultants, building high levels of professional credibility and mutual trust
Undertakes site visits, assessing E&S capacity and performance in the field within the Asia-Pacific Region (typical 1-6 days, 1-5 times per year)
Monitors transaction / project performance over time, identifying and resolving issues of non-compliance with E&S commitments.
As a subject matter expert, advises management and senior management on a range of E&S issues, including those prevalent in the Asia-Pacific Region, making authoritative technical and professional recommendations to improve the improve the E&S performance of EDC's transactions.
Produces and/or edit documents in line with organizational-style guidelines and prepares information for consumption by EDC risk management committees, business teams, senior management and/or external clients
Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of ESRM policies, procedures, programs and/or products to EDC underwriting teams, business teams and others, to resolve complex or contentious queries and issues and enable others to take appropriate actions
Maintain and renew a deep knowledge and understanding of the organization's ESRM policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, and ensure transactions adhere to required standards.
Develop an understanding of EDC's mandate, Asia-Pacific strategic focus and financing products, and identify opportunities to advance the sustainability agenda with clients in the region.
Occasionally support EDC on non-transactional E&S-related interactions with relevant external stakeholders
What We Are Looking For
Completion of a degree in environmental or social sciences or in a sub-discipline such as ecology, environmental management, environmental and social risk management, climate change, biodiversity, water resources, international development, sustainable development, human rights, gender studies, occupational health and safety, community relations & resettlement, law (environmental or human rights) or engineering.
Advanced knowledge in ESIA and/or due diligence principles, frameworks and standards, including the Equator Principles and the IFC Performance Standards
Excellent communication and demonstrated ability to manage relationships with customers and stakeholders
Minimum of 7-10 years' experience in ESIA or ESDD in the consulting space or equivalent industry experience within EDC-relevant business sectors (e.g. Extractive Industries, Agrifoods, Advance Manufacturing, Clean Tech and Renewable Energy, Apparel, utilities and Infrastructure)
Evidence of success in prioritizing and meeting deadlines in an environment that requires managing multiple competing tasks and responsibilities.
Evidence of ability to discern, distill, and concisely and clearly communicate (written and verbally) key issues in complex business transactions and provide advice based on client needs
Fluent in English for oral communication as well as reading and writing
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of working hours
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across geographies and time zones.
What Will Make You Stand Out
Expertise in social impact assessment or biodiversity impact assessment.
Experience working as an independent E&S consultant on behalf of lenders or in the financial services industry, on behalf of private sector companies in major project development or working at or with international finance institutions (Financial Institutions abiding to Equator Principles, Export Credit Agencies, Development Finance Institutions, Multilateral Development Banks)
In addition to English, can communicate in one or more local Asia-Pacific language
Degree, diploma or training in Business, Finance, or related disciplines
Export Development Canada (EDC) is a Crown corporation dedicated to helping Canadian companies of all sizes succeed on the world stage. We equip them with the tools they need – the trade knowledge, financial solutions, equity, insurance, and connections – to grow their business with confidence. This in turn, creates jobs and increases prosperity at home.
As international risk experts, we help Canadian companies to navigate, manage and take on risk to support their growth beyond Canada’s borders. Since 1944, businesses of all sizes and sectors have counted on us for the export knowledge and financial solutions they need to succeed in global markets. Beyond our solutions, we believe that sustainable, responsible and inclusive trade is a powerful force for good in Canada and around the world, and that’s what drives us.
Our solutions include:
Capital – access to working capital and financing
Risk mitigation – insurance that lowers the risk of doing business abroad
Trade knowledge – expertise to help companies make informed decisions
Global connections – relationships that connect Canadian and international companies and help both parties grow
International Footprint
With offices across Canada and around the world, we are close to the Canadian businesses we support and to the buyers in global markets that can connect Canadian exporters to international supply chains.
The EDC branch office in Singapore serves as a hub for the Asia-Pacific region. The branch allows us to support our Asia-Pacific and Canadian customers more effectively as they go, grow and succeed internationally.
At EDC, we view Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) as a competitive advantage for ourselves and our customers. Through our deep subject matter expertise, we support organizations of all sizes to evolve their responsible business practices as a means of improving their competitive position. Most of our Environmental and Social Risk Management (ESRM) team resides in Canada, but we have a Singapore team that is expanding to accelerate the impact we can have in the Asia-Pacific region through local expertise and timely support.
Job Overview
The EDC Singapore branch office is seeking a motivated and resourceful person to join our ESRM team as an Senior Environmental and Social (E&S) Risk Advisor for the Asia-Pacific region. The ESRM team is responsible for helping fulfill EDC's commitments to conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner and integrate our ESG values into the business we do. The Senior E&S Risk Advisor will be responsible for conducting due diligence on the business we support for our customers doing business or looking to expand into the Asia-Pacific region. Our vision for this role is to be an integral part of the business team to help manage relationships with our customers and partners and guide them on their ESG journey and ensure this journey is reflective of the E&S risks in their business. The role will be supported through close collaboration with the head office in Ottawa.
This is an opportunity for an individual who is a resourceful E&S risk analyst, who can form strong relationships with EDC clients in the Asia-Pacific region, EDC business teams and ESRM colleagues, whether based in Singapore, the Asia-Pacific region or Canada and who thrives in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Leads the assessment of EDC transactions, identifying material E&S risks and recommending key mitigants for EDC's financing transactions. Applies the Equator Principles, the IFC Performance Standards, the UNGPs and other international standards as relevant.
Analyzes and determines the adequacy of ESIAs, ESDD reports, monitoring reports, thematic reports (e.g., biodiversity, archeology, human rights), environmental and social action plans (ESAPs), audit reports, consultant terms of reference, request for proposals, E&S-related policies with the aim of managing E&S risks and promoting alignment with good practice and international standards
In collaboration with EDC business teams, negotiates with EDC clients the incorporation of E&S commitments in financing documentation to prevent, mitigate, or address the E&S risks on EDC's commercial transactions
Manages relationships with diverse stakeholders, including internal and external clients, co-lending IFIs, DFIs, and ECAs and consultants, building high levels of professional credibility and mutual trust
Undertakes site visits, assessing E&S capacity and performance in the field within the Asia-Pacific Region (typical 1-6 days, 1-5 times per year)
Monitors transaction / project performance over time, identifying and resolving issues of non-compliance with E&S commitments.
As a subject matter expert, advises management and senior management on a range of E&S issues, including those prevalent in the Asia-Pacific Region, making authoritative technical and professional recommendations to improve the improve the E&S performance of EDC's transactions.
Produces and/or edit documents in line with organizational-style guidelines and prepares information for consumption by EDC risk management committees, business teams, senior management and/or external clients
Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of ESRM policies, procedures, programs and/or products to EDC underwriting teams, business teams and others, to resolve complex or contentious queries and issues and enable others to take appropriate actions
Maintain and renew a deep knowledge and understanding of the organization's ESRM policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, and ensure transactions adhere to required standards.
Develop an understanding of EDC's mandate, Asia-Pacific strategic focus and financing products, and identify opportunities to advance the sustainability agenda with clients in the region.
Occasionally support EDC on non-transactional E&S-related interactions with relevant external stakeholders
What We Are Looking For
Completion of a degree in environmental or social sciences or in a sub-discipline such as ecology, environmental management, environmental and social risk management, climate change, biodiversity, water resources, international development, sustainable development, human rights, gender studies, occupational health and safety, community relations & resettlement, law (environmental or human rights) or engineering.
Advanced knowledge in ESIA and/or due diligence principles, frameworks and standards, including the Equator Principles and the IFC Performance Standards
Excellent communication and demonstrated ability to manage relationships with customers and stakeholders
Minimum of 7-10 years' experience in ESIA or ESDD in the consulting space or equivalent industry experience within EDC-relevant business sectors (e.g. Extractive Industries, Agrifoods, Advance Manufacturing, Clean Tech and Renewable Energy, Apparel, utilities and Infrastructure)
Evidence of success in prioritizing and meeting deadlines in an environment that requires managing multiple competing tasks and responsibilities.
Evidence of ability to discern, distill, and concisely and clearly communicate (written and verbally) key issues in complex business transactions and provide advice based on client needs
Fluent in English for oral communication as well as reading and writing
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of working hours
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across geographies and time zones.
What Will Make You Stand Out
Expertise in social impact assessment or biodiversity impact assessment.
Experience working as an independent E&S consultant on behalf of lenders or in the financial services industry, on behalf of private sector companies in major project development or working at or with international finance institutions (Financial Institutions abiding to Equator Principles, Export Credit Agencies, Development Finance Institutions, Multilateral Development Banks)
In addition to English, can communicate in one or more local Asia-Pacific language
Degree, diploma or training in Business, Finance, or related disciplines
Export Development Canada (EDC) is a Crown corporation dedicated to helping Canadian companies of all sizes succeed on the world stage. We equip them with the tools they need – the trade knowledge, financial solutions, equity, insurance, and connections – to grow their business with confidence. This in turn, creates jobs and increases prosperity at home.
As international risk experts, we help Canadian companies to navigate, manage and take on risk to support their growth beyond Canada’s borders. Since 1944, businesses of all sizes and sectors have counted on us for the export knowledge and financial solutions they need to succeed in global markets. Beyond our solutions, we believe that sustainable, responsible and inclusive trade is a powerful force for good in Canada and around the world, and that’s what drives us.
Our solutions include:
Capital – access to working capital and financing
Risk mitigation – insurance that lowers the risk of doing business abroad
Trade knowledge – expertise to help companies make informed decisions
Global connections – relationships that connect Canadian and international companies and help both parties grow
International Footprint
With offices across Canada and around the world, we are close to the Canadian businesses we support and to the buyers in global markets that can connect Canadian exporters to international supply chains.
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