Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe is a member of the Standard Bank Group, a major financial services organisation headquartered in South Africa. It offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Zimbabwe, bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

We are seeking a visionary and decisive individual to join our team in Harare, Zimbabwe. This person will drive  our sustainability strategy, ensuring that environmental and social responsibility are at the core of our operations. Key requirements of the role include:

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive sustainability strategy
• Collaborating with senior management to integrate sustainability principles into all aspects of the business
• Overseeing sustainability reporting and ensuring compliance with relevant environmental regulations
• Engaging with stakeholders, including employees, clients and local communities, to promote sustainability initiatives
• Identifying and implementing innovative sustainability solutions
• Developing and managing sustainability-related budgets and resources
• Staying abreast of global sustainability trends and best practices
• Representing the Bank at industry events and forums related to sustainability

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, or a related field
• Master's degree preferred
• Relevant certifications (e.g., LEED AP, CSR-P, ISSP-SA) are advantageous
• Expertise in sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, CDP) and environmental management systems
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sustainability or related fields
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, corporate social responsibility, and sustainable development goals (SDGs)

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Managing Tasks
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Conducting Research
• Data Compliance
• Data Management (Administration)
• Data Quality
• Environmental Management
• Internal Communication Channels
• Process Governance
• Risk Identification
• Risk Management
• Risk Reporting
• Risk/ Reward Thinking