This retail giant is looking to appoint a CSR specialist to manage their external relations and CSR plan.
Responsibilities: To be overall accountable for securing the implementation of the three change drivers in the business plan and day-to-day operations, while also securing market relevance and fostering new ideas through forward-thinking.
To be the sustainability ambassador and spokesperson, internally and externally.
To build the trust of co-workers, suppliers and customers by demonstrating our commitment to having a positive impact on people and the planet.
Inspire and enable people to live a more sustainable life at home through integral involvement in related projects and activities, such as the co-worker and customer engagement projects, mega events, marketing projects, in- store communication and range solutions, and support the sales steering of the range.
Ensure that the sustainability basics are in place by contributing to all aspects of retail operations while driving the sustainability agenda (preferably as part of the management group).
Use key performance indicator (KPI) measurements, analysis and feedback to ensure improved business performance while securing the reporting of accurate data in accordance with reporting instructions and periods.
Facilitate store improvement through the Sustainability Functional Review and other relevant tools.
Contribute to the monitoring, evaluation and actions of external, market-relevant demands; trends and legislation; Group code of conduct; policies and standards, and working methods. Be the country competence centre. (support with training and know-how). Manage sustainability risk assessments when relevant.
Work with Property and Facilities on renovations, rebuilds and new store builds from a sustainability standpoint by providing information and support relating to best practices, new technologies, etc.
Be involved in and provide support on community involvement initiatives, both nationally and in each primary market area, as well as support the implementation of the Good Cause Campaigns.
Engage managers and co-workers by providing timely and relevant sustainability knowledge and information. Provide support in delivering co-worker sustainability training and secure the understanding of roles and contributions to the sustainability agenda in each function. Provide support in identifying talent and succession planning.
Support management and spokespeople with relevant sustainability facts and messages (especially in media crisis situations). Keep relevant external stakeholders informed about our work towards becoming People & Planet Positive, and partner with relevant organisations to help fulfill sustainability goals. UAE National
Managed CSR for a multi-national multi-site retail operation
Communications, Political or Sustainability University degree (e.g. sustainability/CSR, environmental engineering, business, economics).
Advanced sustainability knowledge and an understanding of how it can support the business agenda.
Country/market-specific knowledge and experience. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of recruitment expertise in various industry sectors. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.
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