Senior ESG Specialist, ESG and Sustainable Finance

Job Description

Title: Senior ESG Specialist, ESG and Sustainable Finance

Company Name: BRAC Bank PLC

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: --

Experience:

• 6 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks

• Masters
• Bachelor/Honors

• Post Graduation/Graduation from a UGC-approved university with a satisfactory academic track record

• 6 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks

• Minimum 6-12 years of working experience preferably in sustainable finance, ESG integration or development finance.

• Demonstrated knowledge of international ESG reporting standards and sustainable finance frameworks (TCFD, PCAF, GRI, ISSB, ICMA).

• Professional sustainability-related credentials will be an advantage.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Good negotiation skills with different stakeholders

• Expert in customer centricity, ownership & delivering results, integrity, collaboration and developing others.

BRAC Bank PLC is a full-service private commercial bank in Bangladesh, aiming to become the most trusted, innovative and inclusive bank, driven by purpose and powered by people. It plays a pivotal role in shaping the country`s financial future, with a clear focus on sustainability. With the highest market capitalisation, the highest international shareholding and the country’s best credit rating, the bank leads the Bangladesh banking industry in key financial metrics. BRAC Bank is considered the standard bearer of good governance, ethics and values-based banking. BRAC Bank today serves as a trusted partner for individuals and businesses across every segment of the economy - Small & Medium Enterprises (SME), Corporate & Institutional and Retail Banking.

BRAC Bank seeks an ambitious, intelligent, purpose-driven, and enthusiastic individual for the following position in its Risk Management Division:

• Grade: AVP - SAVP

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the application and approval process for green refinancing from Bangladesh Bank.

• Oversee Treasury operations related to claiming foreign DFI funds aligned with ESG requirements.

• Develop and monitor implementation of Environmental and Social Risk Management (ESRM) frameworks across the bank.

• Lead the preparation of Sustainability Reports in accordance with PCAF, GRI, and ISSB guidelines.

• Oversee the preparation of IFRS S1 and S2 reports, ensuring compliance with international standards.

• Conduct quarterly reporting to Bangladesh Bank on the bank’s green and sustainable finance portfolio.

• Manage and maintain relationships with clients, Bangladesh Bank, DFIs and other key stakeholders.

• Mentor and provide guidance to the Sustainable Finance team to enhance operational and strategic capabilities.

• Represent BRAC Bank in national and international sustainability forums and conferences.