Location | Essex |
Job-type | Contract |
Salary | £90,000 - 110,000 + £7,000 car allowance |
Reference | 20586 |
Acre is delighted to once again partner with Harwich Haven Authority on recruiting an Interim ESG Director for a 12-month FTC. They are responsible for safeguarding the 150 square miles of the Haven and are dedicated to their role in the community and amongst their stakeholders. Harwich has attracted trade from all across the world and currently manages 40% of the country's container traffic through these shores and rivers.
Within this 12-month fixed term maternity cover, you will be a member of the executive team and be responsible for leading the delivery of the recently launched ESG strategy, with a particular focus on the success of the net zero roadmap. You will also be leading a diverse team and being a spokesperson for the whole authority in front of its multitude of stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Ensuring business delivers on commitments made to stakeholders under the ESG strategy
Working with the executive team to ensure environmental aspects are included in future decision making
Influencing authority's environmental remit and weaving into business initiatives
Providing environment and sustainability expertise to the authority and ensuring policies align with national programmes
Seeking opportunities to partner in environmental and community projects where appropriate
Ensuring the Haven port's brand is recognised throughout the government, industry and local community
Maintain up-to-date stakeholder registers, and all key stakeholders are kept aware of any relevant information
Assisting CEO in maximising ESG opportunities that influence the wider ports and maritime industry
Ensuring delivery against social performance KPIs and presenting them to the board and the wider community
Implement and maintain Environment and Social accreditations and certifications such as ISO 14001
Specification:
Previous experience delivering ESG strategies across all three pillars
Large stakeholder engagement experience
Experience in planning and delivering major projects
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior ESG specialist who is interested in working with an ambitious firm dedicated to its ESG and Net Zero journey. Interested? Please apply now, and if you would like to hear more about this vacancy, please contact Tiana Thomas at tiana.thomas@acre.com.