MANGER/SENIOR MANAGER, SUSTAINABILITY

• Support the development, implementation and review of the Institute’s sustainability strategies, policies and action plans.
• Develop and drive cross-functional initiatives to identify and manage sustainability-related risks and opportunities, improve sustainability performance and embed sustainability considerations across the Institute’s operations.
• Identify capacity-building needs and opportunities, and develop continuing professional development programmes, training initiatives and other learning activities on sustainability reporting, assurance and related topics for members and the wider profession.
• Coordinate the work of the Sustainability Committee, including preparing meeting materials, following up on agreed actions and implementation of work plans.
• Engage regulators, professional bodies, academics and other stakeholders to advance the sustainability agenda and strengthen collaboration across Hong Kong and internationally.
• Manage the Institute’s sustainability and climate-related reporting process, including data collection, analysis and the preparation of disclosures in accordance with recognized standards, including HKFRS S1 and HKFRS S2.
• Conduct research and analysis on emerging sustainability developments and leading practices, particularly in sustainability reporting and assurance, and contribute to the development of thought leadership materials and stakeholder communications.
• Support the Institute’s participation in local and international sustainability-related forums, working groups, consultations and collaborative initiatives.
• Undertake other duties and ad hoc assignments as required

Qualifications and Required Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree or above in sustainability, accounting, business or a related discipline.
• At least five years of relevant experience in sustainability advisory, assurance or an in-house sustainability function, preferably gained in a sizable organization.
• Sound knowledge of sustainability disclosure and assurance standards, as well as leading sustainability practices, including climate risk assessment and carbon management.
• Member of HKICPA or another recognized professional accounting body, or a relevant sustainability-related professional qualification, would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Chinese.
• Excellent project management, communication and presentation skills.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as Chinese word processing.
• Familiarity with AI tools and their practical application in research, content development, data analysis, multimedia production would be an advantage.