Environmental, Social, & Governance Officer 

Organization Summary: One Earth Future is an international NGO whose mission is to provide growth capital and support services to small- and medium-sized enterprises in fragile and conflict-affected settings. We currently manage the Nordic Horn of Africa Opportunities Fund, a $28 million Sharia-compliant debt fund in Somalia, and are preparing to expand in the Horn of Africa and francophone west Africa. OEF believes that, with the right support, small and medium-sized enterprises can be a driving force for peace and prosperity in their countries.

Primary Role: The Shuraako Environmental, Social, & Governance Officer (E&S Officer) will support core work relating to the Nordic Horn of Africa Opportunities Fund (NHAOF) for Environmental, Social, & Governance matters in investment and business development workstreams. The E&S Officer is responsible for completing assignments with thorough responsibilities and demanding deadlines to monitor and implement E&S-related activities. This position works closely with the Integrity Risk Officer, reports to the US-based Associate Director of Compliance, and has a dotted reporting line to the Director of Shuraako.

Job Type: Hourly, Full-Time.  Typically, the E&S Officer will work 45 hours per week.

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $6.50 - $7.00 per hour.  

Location: The position will be based in Mogadishu.

Reports to: Associate Director of Compliance with dotted reporting line to the Director of Shuraako. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analyze new investment deals to ensure compliance with NHAOF’s E&S Provisions and client suitability with Shuraako’s E&S obligations.
• Carry out E&S diligence research on new and existing clientele for use in client KYC documentation and for reporting purposes.
• Carry-out client sites visits to conduct E&S assessments using IFC Performance Standards, the International Bill on Human Rights, ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, local environmental laws, local labor laws, and other E&S-related standards that Shuraako, NHAO, and OEF follow.
• Guide and assist investee businesses on the implementation of E&S-related mitigation activities.
• Regularly interact with different OEF teams and with clients to identify potential opportunities to improve E&S performance.
• Assist the Integrity Risk Officer, Associate Director of Compliance, Vice President of Finance & Compliance, and/or Director of Shuraako with E&S-related investigations and efforts, as assigned.
• Prepare and present E&S mitigation reports to OEF’s ESG Committee.
• Monitor E&S-related activities, incident reporting from investee business, and coordinate related data collection and reporting.
• Provide overall E&S-related support to OEF, Shuraako, and NHAOF.
• Review and help align/update systems and procedures to ensure E&S practices are carried-out effectively and in-line with industry standards.
• Develop relevant E&S policies and procedures as part of the organization’s Environmental and Social Management System.
• Prepare yearly E&S annual performance reports.
• Other E&S and Compliance-related tasks as required.
• Other duties as needed.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills and Competences:

• Completed university degree in environmental studies, business administration, or relevant degree in an applicable field.
• 2+ years of proven professional experience working for or in supporting companies in the field of ESG and/or Social Impact.
• Good understanding of standards and guidelines including but not limited to IFC Performance Standards, International Bill on Human Rights, and ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
• Good understanding of environmental and social legislation.
• Good understanding of health and safety and sustainability principles.
• Strong quality control, compliance, analytical, and risk assessment skills.
• Good ability to communicate with staff, the private sector, industry, and other stakeholders.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English and Somali.
• Proficiency in MS Office / 365.
• Hands-on-mentality and persistence to carry out projects and tasks.
• Commitment to OEF’s mission and vision (oneearthfuture.org)

Physical Work Demands:

• Able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Able to bend at the waist and reach daily.
• Able to lift and move up to 25 lbs. regularly.
• Able to travel locally in different regions.

At One Earth Future (OEF), we celebrate diversity and welcome its benefits and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.  If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.