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ESG Manager
2026-07-21T08:41:12+00:00
Wonderful Group
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Professional Services
Management, Business Operations, Science & Engineering
ZMW
MONTH
2026-07-31T17:00:00+00:00
8

Overview

Wonderful Group of Companies Limited is a leading manufacturing conglomerate with diverse operations in fertilizer production, porcelain tile manufacturing, and industrial packaging materials.

The company is committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth across all aspects of its operations. Through continuous improvement, operational excellence, and responsible business practices, Wonderful Group aims to deliver value to customers, communities, and stakeholders while strengthening its position as a trusted industry leader.

The company is inviting applications for the position of ESG Manager.

Job Purpose

The ESG Manager will be responsible for leading the implementation and continuous improvement of the organization’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements, drive sustainability performance, and integrate ESG principles across business operations. The role will work closely with internal departments, external stakeholders, and senior leadership to advance corporate responsibility objectives and create tangible business value.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy Development & Execution

  • Develop and implement comprehensive ESG strategies aligned with international standards such as ISSB, CSRD, GRI, and TCFD.
  • Define long-term sustainability goals and short-term action plans, including greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and net-zero roadmaps.
  • Integrate ESG considerations into core business functions, including operations, supply chain, finance, and product development.

Reporting & Disclosure

  • Oversee annual ESG reporting, ensuring compliance with mandatory and voluntary disclosure frameworks such as CSRD, SECR, EcoVadis, CDP, and the UN Global Compact.
  • Prepare ESG-related information for annual reports, regulatory filings, and investor communications.

Environmental Management

  • Lead carbon accounting and emissions data collection while ensuring environmental compliance with ISO 14001 and other relevant certifications.
  • Manage environmental risk assessments, supply chain sustainability engagement, and waste reduction initiatives.

Social Value & Governance

  • Develop and implement social value strategies, including community engagement, volunteering programs, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
  • Conduct environmental and social due diligence for new investments, projects, or acquisitions.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

  • Design and deliver internal training programs to raise ESG awareness across the organization.
  • Build and maintain relationships with investors, regulators, NGOs, and sustainability partners.
  • Coordinate cross-functional working groups and committees to drive ESG initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Finance, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in ESG management, corporate sustainability, environmental risk, or related roles.
  • Proven experience managing ESG reporting, carbon accounting, and sustainability strategy implementation.
  • Familiarity with sustainability standards such as ISO 14001, IFC Performance Standards, or EU Taxonomy.
  • Strong analytical skills in carbon accounting, data analysis, and KPI tracking.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions without direct authority.
  • Strategic thinking with commercial acumen to connect ESG initiatives to business value.
  • High ethical standards, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
  • English proficiency as a working language.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive ESG strategies aligned with international standards such as ISSB, CSRD, GRI, and TCFD.
  • Define long-term sustainability goals and short-term action plans, including greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and net-zero roadmaps.
  • Integrate ESG considerations into core business functions, including operations, supply chain, finance, and product development.
  • Oversee annual ESG reporting, ensuring compliance with mandatory and voluntary disclosure frameworks such as CSRD, SECR, EcoVadis, CDP, and the UN Global Compact.
  • Prepare ESG-related information for annual reports, regulatory filings, and investor communications.
  • Lead carbon accounting and emissions data collection while ensuring environmental compliance with ISO 14001 and other relevant certifications.
  • Manage environmental risk assessments, supply chain sustainability engagement, and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Develop and implement social value strategies, including community engagement, volunteering programs, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
  • Conduct environmental and social due diligence for new investments, projects, or acquisitions.
  • Design and deliver internal training programs to raise ESG awareness across the organization.
  • Build and maintain relationships with investors, regulators, NGOs, and sustainability partners.
  • Coordinate cross-functional working groups and committees to drive ESG initiatives.
  • Strong analytical skills in carbon accounting, data analysis, and KPI tracking.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions without direct authority.
  • Strategic thinking with commercial acumen to connect ESG initiatives to business value.
  • High ethical standards, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Finance, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in ESG management, corporate sustainability, environmental risk, or related roles.
  • Proven experience managing ESG reporting, carbon accounting, and sustainability strategy implementation.
  • Familiarity with sustainability standards such as ISO 14001, IFC Performance Standards, or EU Taxonomy.
  • English proficiency as a working language.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
ESG Manager

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management, Business Operations, Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Wonderful Group

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, July 31 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, July 21 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Overview

Wonderful Group of Companies Limited is a leading manufacturing conglomerate with diverse operations in fertilizer production, porcelain tile manufacturing, and industrial packaging materials.

The company is committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth across all aspects of its operations. Through continuous improvement, operational excellence, and responsible business practices, Wonderful Group aims to deliver value to customers, communities, and stakeholders while strengthening its position as a trusted industry leader.

The company is inviting applications for the position of ESG Manager.

Job Purpose

The ESG Manager will be responsible for leading the implementation and continuous improvement of the organization’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements, drive sustainability performance, and integrate ESG principles across business operations. The role will work closely with internal departments, external stakeholders, and senior leadership to advance corporate responsibility objectives and create tangible business value.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy Development & Execution

  • Develop and implement comprehensive ESG strategies aligned with international standards such as ISSB, CSRD, GRI, and TCFD.
  • Define long-term sustainability goals and short-term action plans, including greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and net-zero roadmaps.
  • Integrate ESG considerations into core business functions, including operations, supply chain, finance, and product development.

Reporting & Disclosure

  • Oversee annual ESG reporting, ensuring compliance with mandatory and voluntary disclosure frameworks such as CSRD, SECR, EcoVadis, CDP, and the UN Global Compact.
  • Prepare ESG-related information for annual reports, regulatory filings, and investor communications.

Environmental Management

  • Lead carbon accounting and emissions data collection while ensuring environmental compliance with ISO 14001 and other relevant certifications.
  • Manage environmental risk assessments, supply chain sustainability engagement, and waste reduction initiatives.

Social Value & Governance

  • Develop and implement social value strategies, including community engagement, volunteering programs, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
  • Conduct environmental and social due diligence for new investments, projects, or acquisitions.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

  • Design and deliver internal training programs to raise ESG awareness across the organization.
  • Build and maintain relationships with investors, regulators, NGOs, and sustainability partners.
  • Coordinate cross-functional working groups and committees to drive ESG initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Business Administration, Finance, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in ESG management, corporate sustainability, environmental risk, or related roles.
  • Proven experience managing ESG reporting, carbon accounting, and sustainability strategy implementation.
  • Familiarity with sustainability standards such as ISO 14001, IFC Performance Standards, or EU Taxonomy.
  • Strong analytical skills in carbon accounting, data analysis, and KPI tracking.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions without direct authority.
  • Strategic thinking with commercial acumen to connect ESG initiatives to business value.
  • High ethical standards, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
  • English proficiency as a working language.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send:

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Friday, July 31 2026
Duty Station: Lusaka | Lusaka
Posted: 21-07-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 21-07-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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