Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Analyst

Job Detail

Job ID 19439
Career Level Officer
Experience 2 Years
Gender Both
Industry Finance
Qualifications Degree Bachelor
Job Type Full time

Job Description

Job Title: Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Analyst

Job Ref: ERM/04/2026/01
Reports To: ESG Manager
Department/Division: Enterprise Risk Management
No. of Vacancies: 1

Job Purpose

The holder of the position is responsible for overseeing ESG governance and compliance by integrating environmental and social risk assessments into the credit process, identifying and managing ESG risks in financed businesses, developing mitigation plans within facility agreements, monitoring client compliance, and ensuring effective implementation of ESG policies through ongoing review and assurance activities.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Managing ESG governance and compliance requirements
Conducting Environmental and Social Risk appraisals (both desk-top and site-based) as part of the credit application process, including E&S risk categorization of proposed transactions
Identifying potential environmental, social, and governance risks in businesses financed by the Bank
Developing practical Environmental and Social risk management plans to be included in facility agreements
Managing ESG review and monitoring procedures with clients
Running assurance programmes and following up to ensure effective implementation of E&S Management Policy and Procedures
Building environmental and social awareness among the Bank’s clients
Preparing and conducting ESG training across the organization at all levels
Championing and building ESG capacity across relevant business departments
Supporting business units and the Foundation on ESG opportunities and impact-related products and services
Delivering internal ESG and sustainability reporting requirements
Performing other related duties as assigned

Person Specifications

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in ESG-related disciplines such as Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Finance, Business, or an equivalent course

Skills

Knowledge of local Environmental, Social, Governance, Health, and Safety legislation and regulations
Practical experience in Environmental and Social Management and Assessment across diverse sectors
Ability to propose realistic, value-adding, and practical risk management plans
Strong analytical and communication skills
Excellent organizational and report writing skills
Strong working knowledge of ESG frameworks, policies, and procedures, including International Finance Corporation (IFC) Environmental and Social Sustainability Performance Standards, Uganda Bankers Association (UBA) ESG Frameworks, and national E&S legal frameworks

Experience

Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ working experience in an ESG-related role
Previous experience in banking or a similar setting is highly desirable

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials in a single PDF file, quoting the Job Title or Reference Number in the subject line, to:

Email: recruitment@equitybank.co.ug

Deadline: Friday, 24th April 2026

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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