As a Senior Sustainability Specialist, you will play a vital role in assisting organizations in implementing sustainable practices and strategies. Your main objective will be to help companies reduce their environmental impact and promote social responsibility. You will work closely with various departments within the organization to develop and implement sustainable initiatives, monitor progress, and report on the effectiveness of sustainability programs. This position requires a deep understanding of environmental issues, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement sustainability strategies and initiatives, aligning them with the organization's goals and objectives.
2. Conduct thorough environmental assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
3. Provide guidance and support to departments within the organization to integrate sustainability practices into their daily operations.
4. Monitor and analyze energy, water, waste, and carbon emissions data to track the organization's environmental performance.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement sustainable solutions in areas such as energy efficiency, waste management, and supply chain optimization.
6. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies related to sustainability.
7. Conduct sustainability training and awareness programs for employees to promote a culture of sustainability within the organization.
8. Prepare and present reports on sustainability initiatives, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders and management.
9. Engage with external stakeholders, such as suppliers, regulators, and community organizations, to promote sustainability initiatives and partnerships.
10. Act as an advocate for sustainability, raising awareness and promoting sustainable practices both internally and externally.

Required Skills

1. Strong knowledge of sustainability principles, practices, and methodologies.
2. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to assess environmental impact and identify areas for improvement.
3. Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation using sustainability metrics and tools.
4. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders at various organizational levels.
5. Strong project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor sustainability initiatives.
6. Familiarity with relevant environmental regulations, certifications, and reporting frameworks.
7. Excellent presentation skills to effectively communicate sustainability initiatives and progress to stakeholders.
8. Proficiency in using sustainability software and tools for data management and analysis.
9. Ability to work independently and take initiative in driving sustainability programs forward.
10. Passion for sustainability and a commitment to promoting environmentally responsible practices.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
2. Proven work experience in sustainability, environmental management, or a related field.
3. Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks such as Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB).
4. Knowledge of environmental assessment and auditing methodologies.

JOB PURPOSE

The jobholder is responsible to support the implementation of the Sustainability Strategy and Roadmap by working with the Corporate Sustainability and other Borouge functions in the development, improvement and implementation of sustainability (including CSR and Advocacy) at Borouge to meet industry sustainability standards in liaison and cooperation with various functions throughout the organisation.

This role includes; providing the technical support to the organisation to achieve its sustainability goals, implementation of sustainability and CSR initiatives, and ensures the tracking, monitoring and reporting of progress to help the Company meet its sustainability objectives. Along with leading some specific sustainability projects. In addition, the role should advocate the benefits of plastics internally and externally and promote a circular economy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Sustainability Strategy and Reporting

• Assisting in the development and implementation of a company-wide integrated Sustainability Management System (SMS) aligned with the overall sustainability framework, policy, and strategy.
• Supporting the Sustainability Manager in leading the development of a comprehensive Sustainability strategy and roadmap that contributes to the company's sustainability goals.
• Coordinate and deliver defined medium and long-term sustainability targets and KPIs, monitoring performance, identifying gaps, and establishing improvement plans and projects to achieve goals.
• Follow-up with company and functional strategies, business plans, and balanced scorecards to ensure alignment with key sustainability indicators.
• Execute benchmarking information for current Sustainability practices and policy positions against industry leaders and international standards.

• Review all aspects of sustainability report and coordinate the publication of the Annual Company Sustainability Report ensuring adherence to ADNOC and any others appropriate reporting requirements and provide input to ADNOC. This is also valid for performance reports, sustainability questionnaires from external parties as well as other sustainability publications.
• Work collaboratively with relevant functions, sustainability focal points and key personnel to support the development, verification, sustainable performance, reporting and delivery of sustainable strategies and initiatives.
• Update and make available to different internal stakeholders the periodical and adhoc dashboards representing sustainability indicators and achievements, progress to completion of sustainability roadmaps by monitoring and tracking impact of sustainability initiatives and projects.
• Coordinate and implement major sustainability initiatives identified in the company's strategies.
• Collaborating with other departments across the company to integrate sustainability considerations into all aspects of the business.

Sustainability Standards and ratings

• Coordinate and deliver the development and publication of Borouge's ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ratings and standards.
• Inform the organization on the advancement of international sustainability standards and ratings, and advise on the applicability of said standards and ratings to Borouge long-term strategy, with all of their elements, e.g. specific requirements, credibility, contribution to business, resources required to maintain them, etc.
• Maintain and update sustainability' policies, procedures, communications, forms and related materials which enable communicating and adhering to the function directions.
• Contribute to developing systems, procedures and guidelines with defined accountabilities and responsibilities
• Assess overall company Sustainability performance according to international standards, taking a lead role in the development of suitable rectification plans that deliver effective solutions to support sustainability across the company

Sustainability Benchmarking

• Staying abreast of the latest trends and best practices in sustainability, both within the petrochemical industry and in general
• Identifying opportunities to improve industry positioning on sustainability issues
• Work collaboratively with relevant functions to review sustainability practices are workable and aligned against the related standards and guidelines; i.e. ISO9001, RC14001, ISO26000, SA8000 and ISO 14040 and ISO 14067
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to drive sustainable practices including identification of stakeholders and materiality.
• Develop data records related with sustainbility; i.e. environmental performance, community outreach etc. as part of the analysis inputs, while enriching the historical and predictive analysis.
• Design, communicate and demonstrate sustainability analysis and levels, and calculation methodology to ensure proper understanding and tracking along the entire stakeholders.
• Participate in the design and development of web-based tools and reports to enhance the interface and reporting among the concerned team.
• Work co-operatively with ADNOC Group of Companies to ensure that company sustainability goals and objectives are effectively managed and delivered.

Sustainability Practices

• Monitor the implementation of Sustainability Procedures and Practices to ensure the desired level of compliance by the related parties.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of empirical data with particular focus on environmental data; i.e. emissions, flaring, carbon, water and waste including life-cycle analysis (LCA).
• Educate, train, discuss and communicate the related employees and stakeholders to ensure understanding and of the company sustainability policy, framework, goals, initiatives.
• Facilitate the identification of opportunities and initiatives to improve sustainability performance within company and drive in prioritizing implementation strategies to achieve targets.
• Assess the functions strategies, business plans, and performance indicators in line with the sustainability indicators, framework or criteria.
• Participate and facilitate in sustainability networks, committees and meetings, and engage in sustainability tasks and activities to support sustainability across the Company Value Chain

CSR and Advocacy

• Assisting in the development and implementation of a company-wide Advocacy Strategy & Roadmap, aligned with the circular economy and Borouge's sustainability framework.
• Maintain relationships with regulators, industry associations, and NGOs related to sustainability and plastics advocacy.
• Monitor development of potential rules and laws that could adversely affect the plastics industry and Borouge
• Demonstrate and address the relationship between plastics and climate change, elaborating studies and others to explain the positive contribution of Borouge and its products to a net zero society.
• Identify opportunities to improve industry positioning with public, including events, NGO partnerships etc.
• Monitor potential threats to industry positioning (including activists' campaigns, changes in public sentiment etc.)
• Develop, publish and constantly review position papers for key advocacy topics, securing aligned speech to all the Borouge spokespersons.
• Develop communication and training programs to educate employees on sustainability best practices.
• Represent Borouge at sustainability conferences, forums, and events.
• Develop and deliver presentations on Borouge's sustainability and CSR initiatives to various stakeholders.
• Educate employees on Borouge's sustainability policy, framework, goals, and initiatives to foster understanding and engagement.
• Advocate for the positive role of the plastics industry and promote Borouge's commitment to a circular economy.
• Conduct research and studies to demonstrate the benefits of plastics.
• Ensuring the company's activities comply with international CSR guidelines and social responsibility standards.
• Maintain and update CSR procedures, communications, forms and related materials which enable communicating and adhering to the function directions.
• Contribute to developing systems, procedures and guidelines with defined accountabilities and responsibilities
• Benchmark CSR performance in line with industry counterparts and international standards such as ISO 26000 for CSR
• Assess overall company social impact and value, taking a lead role in the development of suitable rectification plans that deliver effective solutions to support CSR across the company
• Work co-operatively with ADNOC to ensure that company CSR goals and objectives are effectively managed and delivered.

Communication and Networking

• Represent the company in sustainability management events and sessions at ADNOC, local authorities and others as required.
• Network with Borealis, ADNOC and value chain sustainability representatives and partners to assess best practices in Sustainability, suitable for sustainable implementation and improvement in Borouge where necessary.
• Communicate and train personnel on aspects of sustainability as and when necessary to support the organization's capability and engagement

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum Qualification

• University degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, preferably Chemical Engineering
• Fluency in English Language is a must; oral and written. Arabic Language is desired.
• Well-established computer skills; i.e. Microsoft Office

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum 8 years' experience of total experience, preferably within Petrochemical, Oil & Gas Industry, or Refinery.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as Sustainability Specialist, or equivalent designations within the Business Excellence, Strategy, or Management Consultation.
• Working experience in project management set-ups within matrix organizations.
• Working knowledge of international Sustainability standards, codes and work practices and procedures.
• Understanding of sustainability strategies and management systems
• Knowledge of international sustainability standards, ratings, codes and work practices.
• Hands-on Sustainability' Reporting, Performance Assessments, and Analysis
• Awareness of LCA, Product Stewardship and responsible sourcing.
• Strong influencing capabilities especially in a multi-stakeholder environment

Professional Certifications

• Preferred to be certified in; PMP, CSR, GRI G4, IPSM, ISO, ASQ, NIOSH, OSHA.