Executive Head of ESG & Sustainable Business

About the role

Vodacom Congo is looking for an Executive Head of ESG & Sustainable Business to define, lead and embed its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and sustainable business agenda. The role gives strategic enterprise-level leadership, integrating ESG into strategy, investment, operations, risk management and stakeholder engagement, and acts as a trusted advisor to the Deputy CEO, ExCo and the Board.

Key responsibilities

• Define and drive the ESG and sustainable business strategy, embedding it in commercial strategy, capital allocation, network expansion, supply chain and operating models, and turn commitments into clear targets and roadmaps.
• Lead climate strategy, including carbon reduction, energy efficiency, renewable energy and environmental footprint, and climate risk and resilience planning.
• Set direction for social impact, inclusion and digital society initiatives, and oversee programmes in digital inclusion, education, youth empowerment, financial inclusion and gender equality.
• Build partnerships with government, NGOs, development partners and the private sector, and champion the company's purpose internally.
• Lead ESG governance, ethics, human rights, responsible supply chains and anti-corruption, working with Legal, Risk, HR, Procurement and Regulatory teams.
• Manage ESG-related risks and own the ESG reporting and disclosure agenda (GRI, TCFD, SDGs, SASB), including engagement with auditors and rating agencies.
• Represent Vodacom Congo to regulators, government, industry bodies, media and international platforms, and shape national and sectoral ESG discussions.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Sustainability, Business Administration, Public Policy, Environmental Sciences, International Development or a related field.
• 8-12+ years of progressive experience in ESG, sustainability, corporate affairs, development, regulatory or related leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in complex, highly regulated or multinational environments, and a proven track record of leading enterprise-wide ESG or impact agendas.
• Experience in telecommunications, infrastructure or emerging markets is a strong advantage.

Required skills

• Enterprise-level strategic thinking and strong commercial and sustainability acumen.
• Ability to influence at ExCo, Board and senior stakeholder level.
• Deep understanding of ESG frameworks, regulatory trends and sustainability best practices.