Risk & Analytics Executive
Available for exploratory interviews.
Ref: EP19967174
Risk & Analytics Executive ( Oil, Gas & Mining ), seeks a position as Chief Sustainability and Risk Officer (The role would combine the responsibilities of sustainability management with risk assessment and mitigation to integrate sustainability into the core business strategies while managing associated risks.
1. Sustainability Strategy Development
Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy that aligns with the organization's goals while setting measurable targets for reducing carbon footprints, improving resource efficiency, and sourcing sustainable materials.
Integration and collaboration with various departments to embed sustainability into all aspects of the business.
2. Risk Management
Identifying Sustainability Risks: risks related to sustainability, including environmental, reputational, financial, and operational risks. This involves evaluating potential impacts from climate change, regulatory changes, and resource scarcity, with mitigation measures which are implementable on a cost effective basis.
Compliance Oversight: for relevant environmental regulations and standards, mitigating risks associated with non-compliance.
3. Monitoring and Reporting
ESG Metrics Tracking: Monitoring and reporting on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance metrics which includes collecting data to assess progress towards sustainability goals and preparing reports for stakeholders based on an unqualified audit.
5. Innovation and Technology Adoption
Scouting New Solutions: emerging technologies that can enhance sustainability efforts, such as renewable energy sources or waste reduction processes.
Fostering a Culture of Change: culture change management is one of my specific areas of competence.
Continuous Improvement: Use feedback from performance evaluations to refine strategies and ensure that sustainability remains a priority within the organization’s operational framework.)
Company classification: Produce Commodities (mined, natural resources or grown, e.g. chemicals, gold, agriculture, energy (i.e. Eskom Generation)) Industry in: Mining Highest formal qualification and other: Masters Degree Years of experience range: g. 20 to 30 years (e. More than 10 years management) Annual package range: South African Rand - ZAR Annual package range: 3.1 mil - 3.5 mil, per annum Nationality: British Home and other languages: Afrikaans, English, French Gender: Female Ethnicity: Caucasian/White Candidate location: South Africa Location preference: I am open to positions both nationally and internationally.
A dynamic results-driven admitted attorney with a proven track record of performance delivery in over 20 years of experience. From project managing regulatory projects to strategy development, her expertise also covers strategic thought leadership and governance, risk and compliance (GRC) management with a particular focus on sustainability. She holds a Sustainability Management Certificate from Cambridge University and completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Management, Business Studies at the Berlin ESMT. She was awarded an Africa Sustainability Leadership Award in 2016 in recognition of her contribution to sustainability thought leadership. She is a Global Compliance Institute Accredited Trainer, a Certified Director (SAIoD), a Certified Risk Management Professional and was the 2023 Risk Manager of the year (IRMSA).
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Online Interview Questionnaire
Primary purpose of current/most recent position:
As the CRO, I am in a fortunate (and at times precarious position): I have been given the leeway to hold the mirror up to my employer and to act as its conscience in guiding our senior leadership team in the implementation of new sustainability measures despite (or maybe that should read because of) the oil price game changer and the pressures which climate change are bringing to bear.
Risk analysis in light of appetite and tolerance thresholds; BCM, Crisis Management; detailed climate change and adaptation risk analysis
Core elements or functions that must operate effectively in order to achieve primary purpose:
To effectively achieve my primary purpose as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) , several core elements and functions must operate seamlessly. These are essential for managing risks while aligning with the company’s strategic objectives.
1. Risk Management Framework
Comprehensive Risk Assessment: Implemented a robust framework that identifies, assesses, and prioritizes risks across all operations. This includes financial, operational, environmental, and reputational risks.
Risk Mitigation Strategies: Developed and enforced strategies to mitigate identified risks, ensuring that they align with Company's overall business objectives and sustainability goals.
2. Stakeholder Engagement
Effective Communication: I keep open lines of communication with stakeholders, including employees, investors, and community members. This fosters trust and ensures that stakeholder concerns are integrated into risk management processes.
Building Relationships: to enhance collaboration on risk-related issues, particularly in areas impacting social value and environmental sustainability.
3. Compliance and Governance
Regulatory Adherence: Ensuring compliance with local and international regulations governing environmental practices, safety standards, and corporate governance.
Governance Structure: I have ensured a formalized governance structure that aligns risk management with strategic decision-making processes at the board level.
4. Sustainability Integration
I have been able to incorporate sustainability into risk assessments, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing environmental impacts.
5. Performance Monitoring
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): I set up a powerBi dashboard for realtime visibility
6. Human Capital Development
Talent Management: I nurture my team as the lifeblood of the company.
Description of self, along with greater purpose and passions:
My track record shows that I drive for results and have now been in the legal (LLB, LLM), commercial and management arena for 18 years. As such, I am able to assess regulatory compliance challenges and opportunities. I am a leader who mentors team members as the lifeblood of the company. I have been a cultural ambassador on our aspirational culture drive and run two mentorship circles. My strategic skills allow me to analyse and assess situations with a view to providing practical, cost effective results which deliver on business objectives on time. I have expertise in project managing regulatory projects, while building strong working relationships both within the company and also across to external stakeholders. I enjoy being truly present at work and going the extra mile.
Ideal business title:
Chief Sustainability and Risk Officer
Key responsibilities and accountabilities of ideal position:
The role would combine the responsibilities of sustainability management with risk assessment and mitigation to integrate sustainability into the core business strategies while managing associated risks.
1. Sustainability Strategy Development
Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy that aligns with the organization's goals while setting measurable targets for reducing carbon footprints, improving resource efficiency, and sourcing sustainable materials.
Integration and collaboration with various departments to embed sustainability into all aspects of the business.
2. Risk Management
Identifying Sustainability Risks: risks related to sustainability, including environmental, reputational, financial, and operational risks. This involves evaluating potential impacts from climate change, regulatory changes, and resource scarcity, with mitigation measures which are implementable on a cost effective basis.
Compliance Oversight: for relevant environmental regulations and standards, mitigating risks associated with non-compliance.
3. Monitoring and Reporting
ESG Metrics Tracking: Monitoring and reporting on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance metrics which includes collecting data to assess progress towards sustainability goals and preparing reports for stakeholders based on an unqualified audit.
5. Innovation and Technology Adoption
Scouting New Solutions: emerging technologies that can enhance sustainability efforts, such as renewable energy sources or waste reduction processes.
Fostering a Culture of Change: culture change management is one of my specific areas of competence.
Continuous Improvement: Use feedback from performance evaluations to refine strategies and ensure that sustainability remains a priority within the organization’s operational framework.
Skill area of competence:
I am also a trustee and have a responsibility to ensure that Enterprise, Supplier Development money and work is conducted appropriately and responsibly. I served on the Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) Advisory Council for Occupational Health and Safety where, guided by key principles of transparency and accountability, during COVID, I acted on behalf of broad business interests in South Africa and managed our Company's Crisis Management Response. I completed the GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) Standards drafting term for the Oil, Gas and Coal sector. This was a unique opportunity to understand how best to transparently engaging investors and other stakeholders on the challenges the globe is facing from a resource constraint and climate change perspective.
Career summary:
Legal: 17 years
Strategy and Sustainability: 6 years 5 months
CRO: 4 years
What do you absolutely love doing:
I really enjoy that I can make a positive impact through driving environmental stewardship and contributing towards social responsibility. I am fortunate to play a role in developing and implementing sustainability strategies that influence the corporate direction in the right way! I also get to interact with various stakeholders from families in Mozambique to the Chairman of our Board.
Ideal company (culture and values):
I am part of the Conscious Companies Network: these companies priortise a holistic approach to business which also places emphasis on ethics and avoids short-termism. Mission driven with a community focus - I need to make a difference through the work I am doing. Values driven leadership where employees are empowered to grow and innovate.
If you are looking for a Risk & Analytics Executive, then do get in touch.
Call the Head Office – Gauteng, SA. + 27 10 597 0862.
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