Job Description

GenZero is an investment platform company focused on accelerating decarbonisation globally. Founded by Temasek, we seek to deliver positive climate impact alongside long-term sustainable financial returns by investing in opportunities with the potential to be nurtured into impactful and scalable solutions.




Driven by a common purpose to decarbonise for future generations, we recognise the need for a holistic and integrated approach to achieve a net zero world. At GenZero, we adopt a flexible investment approach across three focus areas to drive climate impact: (i) nature-based solutions that help protect and restore our natural ecosystems while benefiting local communities and biodiversity; (ii) technology-based solutions that deliver deep decarbonisation impact; and (iii) carbon ecosystem enablers which refer to companies and solutions that support the development of an effective, efficient, and credible carbon ecosystem.




For more information on GenZero, visit www.genzero.co.




We are seeking an experienced professional in the Strategy and Development Group to drive GenZero's ESG and impact integration across our investment portfolio. The individual will work closely with GenZero's investee companies, Temasek ecosystem as well as other industry players to drive the implementation of ESG and impact policies, and annual reporting.

Responsibilities

Implement and refine GenZero's ESG and Impact measurement frameworks Support GenZero's Investment Group in the pre-investment evaluation and due diligence of ESG risks and Impact indicators in line with internal frameworks and policies Engage GenZero's portfolio companies to measure and improve ESG and Impact performance at individual investments and portfolio level Lead GenZero's annual Sustainability Report development, including data collection and external assurance in line with leading sustainability disclosure standards Monitor international and regulatory developments on ESG, climate, impact and other sustainability disclosure policies, and provide timely advice on international initiatives and coalitions in relevant areas Engage in and support international thought leadership activities on sustainability-related measurements, reporting and data Lead the planning and execution of GenZero's Board meetings as Board Secretariat

Requirements

Degree in business, finance, sustainability, environmental science or related disciplines; Master's degree or higher is preferred 5-7 years of work experience with at least 3 years of experience in sustainability, impact or ESG investing, advisory or measurement roles; experience in carbon markets will be an advantage Experience in engaging directly with companies, investors, consultants and sustainability standard bodies, including coordinating corporate or portfolio sustainability reports and/ or reports to sustainability standards Technical understanding of ESG standards, impact measurement, corporate GHG measurement and target setting, including methodologies for setting net-zero or Science Based Targets. Knowledge of best practices, standards and initiatives relevant for investors, such as ISSB, SBTi, SASB, UN PRI, and UN SDGs Excellent oral and written skills in English * Strong project management and analytical skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment