ESG Analyst - Midrand

Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for an ESG Analyst at our Head Office in Midrand. The successful candidate will Research and analyse ESG data to identify ESG risks and opportunities to inform that ESG tragedies.

Minimum Requirements: Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Degree in Environmental Science / Social Science Management / Project Management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in ESG or sustainable development related field
• Experience in developing and implementing ESG metrics and data analytics

Roles and Responsibilities

• Establish and implement ESG data management framework • Analyse data to inform and support ESG materiality assessment process including peer benchmarking • Identify key ESG risks and opportunities that can impact ESG performance, reputation and operations • Conduct monitoring and measurements of ESG performance indicators and reporting • Conduct due-diligent studies and ESG performance evaluation of suppliers within the value chain • Assess and maintain the ESG Materiality Matrix • Assess the ESG rating from rating agencies to determine the gaps and implement appropriate controls to support ESG strategy • Support the development of the ESG risk framework • Plan for and coordinate non-financial assurance process • Support in the preparation of ESG-related Board and Committee materials and reports, as well as support the communications narrative and content for the Group’s ESG activities • Support ESG disclosures and reporting Regulatory Compliance:

• Monitor ESG regulatory and standards developments and implement initiatives to ensure compliance • Conduct an in-depth research and data analysis to assess the ESG performance, peer and industry benchmarking Stakeholder Liaison:

• Collaborate with the internal and external stakeholders to inform the development and implementation of the ESG strategies and policies General:

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Competencies Essential:

• Strong knowledge of ESG data management. • Critical thinking, capacity to evaluate complex information, identify patterns and draw meaningful conclusions

• Communication Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex ESG • concepts and findings to diverse stakeholders • Interpersonal Skills • Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of ESG Analysis • Strong project management and organisational skills to meet reporting deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Computer skills – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project),ESG Frameworks and standards, Data visualisation tools Special conditions of employment:

• South African • MIE, clear criminal and credit • Driver license and own reliable transport • Occasional traveling Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

Package & Remuneration

Market Related About Us

The Dis-Chem Group is South Africa’s fastest-growing pharmaceutical retail group with operations in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. The group was founded in 1978 with one store in Mondeor, south of Johannesburg and has since grown to over 200 stores to date.

Our Head Office is based in Midrand, Johannesburg, and we employ over 18 500 full-time and part-time employees. We believe that in today’s dynamic and continuously changing world, our human capital is what differentiates us from our competitors. We give our employees training to ensure that they have the greatest possible support to do their work and develop themselves as individuals.

Our strategy is built around our pharmacy first approach, which means that we have a Dispensary in all of our stores to service our customers at any time when they enter a Dis-Chem Pharmacy store. As a leading specialist in beauty, healthy food, sport supplements, health and well-being, we offer the widest ranges in these categories and expert advice. The brand is synonymous with excellent customer service, and we pride ourselves in being a destination discount brand following an Everyday Low Price (“EDLP”) strategy.

In 2016, Dis-Chem was listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The Group is still managed by its founders, Ivan and Lynette Saltzman being the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director respectively.

We have been rated as the country's best pharmacy chain by Professional Management Review and voted as the Best Pharmacy, Best Medical Supply Store and Best Health Store in The Star Your Choice and Pretoria News Readers Survey.

In 2020, the Group was recognised as the winners of the Best Pharmacy, Best Health Shop and Best Toiletry Store in The Star’s Readers’ Choice Awards. Furthermore, we were voted as the coolest Health and Beauty Specialist in the 2016/2018 Sunday Times Generation Next Awards. In 2014, we were the recipient of the Leisure Options Readers Awards and voted the best pharmacy brand by Readers Digest SA.

Our social responsibility programme is managed through the Dis-Chem Foundation. The Foundation aims to provide care and support to improve the lives of individuals while relieving the burden on communities, family and friends.