Environmental & Social Analyst (ESG | IFC | ESMS)

Office location: Makati

Work setup: Full onsite

Schedule: Dayshift, Monday to Friday

Role Overview

The E&S Analyst will support the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations across investment processes. This role combines policy development, portfolio-level engagement, and internal training to drive practical sustainability outcomes. The analyst will help ensure investments meet high standards of environmental and social responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree holder.
• With at least 2 years of experience in developing and implementing Environmental and Social initiatives. 
• Knowledge of IFC Performance Standards and practical experience with Environmental & Social Management Systems (ESMS).
• Familiarity with social safeguards, labor standards, and occupational health & safety practices; knowledge of Philippine regulations is a plus
• Hands-on experience implementing ESG or E&S programs, ideally in operational or investment context.
• Preferably with relevant certifications or training (e.g., SA8000, OHS, IFC PS courses)

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Sustainable Investing Development

• Support the development, implementation, and improvement of sustainability policies, incorporating environmental, social, climate, and gender considerations
• Collaborate with investment teams to set meaningful ESG goals and targets for portfolio companies

2. Sustainability Integration & Risk Management

• Partner with investment teams to implement E&S risk management strategies, develop KPIs, and track sustainability performance
• Engage with portfolio company ESG officers and leadership to operationalize sustainability objectives, including monitoring and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with IFC Performance Standards and support implementation of ESMS at the portfolio level
• Participate in ESG due diligence to assess environmental, social, and governance risks and opportunities

3. Operational E&S & Social Safeguards Expertise

• Apply E&S principles in a practical manner, including monitoring, evaluation, and documentation
• Address social risk areas, including labor practices, occupational health and safety, and community well-being
• Leverage relevant training and certifications to strengthen portfolio-level social safeguards

4. Internal Culture & Training

• Foster a culture of sustainable investing through guidance, training, and resources
• Promote accountability for ESG objectives, ensuring all teams understand their role in achieving sustainability goals