ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
JOB PURPOSE:
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you have exceptionalproject management skills and you can bring this discipline along with creativity and innovation to sustainability and you have a passion for measurement, monitoring and reportingthen this role is just for you!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The role as SustainabilityImpact & Assurance- Project & Operations Manager - presents an opportunity to be part of the team that will deliver Unilever’s Sustainability goals and be responsible fordeveloping and implementing metrics, tools, policies, systems and processes to measure, monitor, report and verify sustainability programs. You will ensure that we have robust processes, systems and governance for reporting and assuring the goals. You will oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing management of sustainable sourcing compliance programs.
Project Development & Project Management:
Manage the development & implementation of statements of work with verification, benchmarking, compliance and assurance partners.
Develop the statement of work / terms of reference, manage contracts through internal legal, financial and administrative processes.
Project manage the on-time delivery of work and ensure high-quality outputs in format(s) that provide insights for the BOS Team.
Governance: establish, maintain and improve governance documentation and processes
Manage governance processes to ensure Unilever’s Compass sustainability metrics follow requirements set out in Basis of Preparation documentation and report on progress to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with internal audit and assurance teams to coordinate responses to periodic audits.
Coordinate with project teams to integrate sustainability compliance considerations into new initiatives, project development, and procurement processes.
Stay up-to-date with emerging trends, practices, and technologies in sustainability standards and sustainability compliance and recommend improvements to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
Reviews processes and documentation to assess compliance with sustainability standards and emerging regulations.
Manage benchmarking of 3rd party standards to assess compliance with Unilever requirements.
Manage Operational Compliance
Develop and execute the overall strategy and implementation roadmap for ensuring Unilever’s operations comply with agricultural sustainability standards such as, but not limited to Rainforest Alliance and RSPO.
Work cross-functionally in the development, implementation, and maintenance of sustainability compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including sustainability, legal, finance, operations, and human resources, to ensure awareness and understanding of compliance requirements and foster a culture of sustainability and responsibility. Conduct regular assessments to identify sustainability compliance risks and gaps, and develop mitigation strategies and action plans.
Monitor changes in standards to ensure ongoing program effectiveness and compliance.
Establish and maintain effective communication channels with external stakeholders, such as standards organizations (such as Rainforest Alliance and RSPO), regulatory bodies, industry associations, and certification bodies, to stay informed about evolving requirements and build collaborative relationships.
Develop and deliver training programs and resources to educate employees on sustainability compliance policies, procedures, and best practices.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Experience & Qualification
Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental management, business administration, or a related field.
5-8 years’ experience in sustainability, agriculture/forestry, environment protection/conservation.
Proven experience in project management, with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor complex initiatives within established timelines and budgets.
Knowledge of sustainability standards and agricultural certification standards.
Experience in an FMCG a plus, or, in a large complex organisation.
Demonstrated experience in assessing, developing, and implementing compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures, preferably in a corporate setting.
Self-starting, proactive, accountable and driven personality, independent problem solver.
Microsoft office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneDrive, Sharepoint, PowerBI).
SKILLS :
- Business acumen
- Strategic influencing
- Data driven decision making
- Expertise and interest in Sustainable Sourcing, Social Sustainability and Human Rights
LEADERSHIP:
You are an inclusive motivator of people. Your team deliver with real passion, growing and learning from each other whilst delivering quick wins.
You are still responsible for your own results and as a manager, you also need to motivate others to deliver with passion, creating an inclusive and engaging climate around you. You can balance challenge with support and coaching. You understand the wider business context and you are emotionally intelligent enough to motivate people to deliver what is needed.
SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviours
PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed.
PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.
CONSUMER & CUSTOMER LOVE: Brings the voice of the consumer into everything we do, always.
PURPOSEFUL IMPACT: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.
TALENT CATALYST: Inspire people to grow, with support and honesty.
Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
WHAT WE OFFER
Hybrid work and flexibility.
Opportunities for the development and improvement of qualifications.
Sharing the cost of professional training & courses.
Benefits: life insurance, private medical care, pension fund, sharing the cost of sports activities, Benefits System – Cafeteria and many others.
Extra days off to take care of yourself and others.
Unilever store - Our products at attractive prices.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
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