Deputy General Manager - Esg Job in Adani Group

Deputy General Manager - ESG

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Responsibilities

ESG Compliance and Strategy Development

• Develop long-term ESG strategies that align with corporate objectives, ensuring effective communication and implementation across the organization to foster a culture of environmental and social responsibility.
• Ensure all operations exceed regulatory requirements by developing comprehensive compliance strategies and leading the implementation of these strategies across all departments.
• Set high-level goals, monitor progress, and address any compliance gaps identified during regular audits.

Environmental Stewardship Initiatives

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced environmental stewardship initiatives within the Hydro PSP plant, focusing on reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability through innovative practices and technologies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of environmental initiatives, making data-driven adjustments to improve outcomes, ensuring all activities are documented and reported to both internal and external stakeholders.

Developing Reporting Frameworks

• Develop and oversee ESG reporting frameworks, ensuring they are robust, transparent, and aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Create standardized reporting procedures for accurate and timely collection of ESG data across all departments.
• Ensure all ESG reports are comprehensive, providing insights into the plant s environmental, social, and governance performance, and use these reports to guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.

Social Responsibility Programs

• Oversee the planning and execution of social responsibility programs aimed at improving the welfare of local communities and enhancing the plant s social impact.
• Identify key areas where the plant can make a positive difference, such as education, health, and infrastructure, and develop programs to address these needs.
• Ensure that social responsibility initiatives align with the overall ESG strategy and monitor impact through regular assessments and stakeholder feedback.

Governance Structures and Processes

• Lead efforts to enhance governance structures and processes, ensuring they are robust, transparent, and aligned with best practices in corporate governance.
• Ensure all governance processes are well-documented, consistently applied, and communicated effectively to all relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the plant s overall operational integrity and ethical standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead stakeholder relations efforts by developing and executing comprehensive engagement strategies for open, transparent, and proactive communication with all external stakeholders.
• Oversee the management of relationships with regulatory bodies, local communities, environmental organizations, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure all stakeholder communications align with ESG objectives and that feedback is used to inform ongoing ESG initiatives and decision-making.

Key Stakeholders

Internal:

• Direct Supervisors & other Department Leaders
• Project Manager
• Engineering Head
• Finance Department
• HR Department
• Procurement Department
• Safety Officer
• IT Department
• Legal Department

External:

• Government Regulatory Bodies
• Grid Authority
• Hydro Equipment Suppliers
• Land Owners
• Local Communities
• Environmental Consultants
• Financial Institutions
• Research Institutions

Qualifications

Educational Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) or the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) in environmental management or sustainability.

Work Experience:

• 12+ years of experience in environmental management or sustainability roles, preferably in the renewable energy or infrastructure sector.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing ESG strategies, conducting environmental impact assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, social responsibility standards, and governance frameworks.