Sustainability Officer
Summary
We are looking for a Sustainability Professional to join FMO's Sustainability Standards & Integration team. Positioned between FMO’s investment teams and internal and external stakeholders, you link ESG strategy and ESG execution and help strengthen ESG integration across our investment and processes. If you are interested, please apply today!
Your Role
As Sustainability Officer, you will translate sustainability standards and regulations into practical solutions, support ESG risk management, strategic steering, and advise on complex sustainability challenges. Working closely with investment teams and external partners, you will help ensure that ESG considerations are embedded in investment decisions and contribute to FMO's development impact.
Key Activities Will Be
Strengthen ESG impact risk management by:
Next to FMO’s regular secondary benefits, this position provides applicants with a great opportunity for personal development and growth.
Your Team
The ESG+ department consists of five teams:
You will join a team of six professionals and work closely with investment teams, ESG specialists, sustainability and impact colleagues across the organization.
Your Background
To be considered for an interview, you must currently reside in the Netherlands.
At FMO, we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our organization. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and encourage everyone who is excited about the role to apply. #PioneerDevelopScale.
Please note that if you are a current FMO external/contractor, use your personal email address to apply.
About FMO
FMO delivers economic, social, and environmental development to entrepreneurial initiatives on a global scale, believing in our contribution to a better world, starting from our values as an organization and respect within our teams.
To learn more about who we are, our Vision, Purpose, Mission, Company Culture, and Leadership, please visit our page via the Profile - FMO button below. At FMO, we are guided by our four core values: Diversity, Integrity, Making the Difference and Quality. These values are the foundation of our strong company culture, fostering an environment where we work together to make a positive impact on the world.
Do you fit the criteria and are excited about this role? We invite you to express your interest and apply for this position. We look forward to learning more about you and your contribution to our team.
#PioneerDevelopScale.
We are looking for a Sustainability Professional to join FMO's Sustainability Standards & Integration team. Positioned between FMO’s investment teams and internal and external stakeholders, you link ESG strategy and ESG execution and help strengthen ESG integration across our investment and processes. If you are interested, please apply today!
Your Role
As Sustainability Officer, you will translate sustainability standards and regulations into practical solutions, support ESG risk management, strategic steering, and advise on complex sustainability challenges. Working closely with investment teams and external partners, you will help ensure that ESG considerations are embedded in investment decisions and contribute to FMO's development impact.
Key Activities Will Be
Strengthen ESG impact risk management by:
- Translating sustainability standards and regulatory requirements into ESG policies, frameworks and investment criteria.
- Strengthening ESG impact risk identification, assessment, mitigation and monitoring throughout the investment process.
- Supporting ESG reporting and internal and external sustainability narratives.
- Contributing to sound ESG risk management practices.
- Analysing portfolio data to identify ESG trends, priorities and improvement opportunities.
- Linking ESG priorities to value creation initiatives and evaluation findings.
- Identifying and facilitating innovative ESG solutions.
- Building and strengthening partnerships with DFIs, MDBs and other stakeholders.
- Developing and implementing pragmatic, risk-based ESG policies, tools and processes.
- Strengthening governance and accountability for ESG and regulatory due diligence.
- Delivering training and awareness initiatives that support ESG integration across FMO.
- Advising investment and sector teams on complex transactions and ESG challenges.
- Supporting ESG+ sector teams with due diligence and portfolio monitoring on an ad hoc basis.
Next to FMO’s regular secondary benefits, this position provides applicants with a great opportunity for personal development and growth.
- Gross yearly salary ranging from EUR 75-85K (based on 40 hours per week, including 8% holiday allowance and 13th month) depending on your seniority, years of relevant experience, and background).
- Working hours: 40 hours per week.
- Pension scheme, partly paid by FMO.
- 31 holidays.
- Hybrid way of working (at least 3 days in the office).
- Working remotely abroad for maximum 60 days in a rolling period of 12 months.
Your Team
The ESG+ department consists of five teams:
- Agribusiness, Food & Forestry
- Energy
- Financial Institutions and Private Equity
- Corporate Governance
- Sustainability Standards & Integration
You will join a team of six professionals and work closely with investment teams, ESG specialists, sustainability and impact colleagues across the organization.
Your Background
- Master's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences, Human Rights or a related field.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in sustainable finance, development finance, impact investing or a related field.
- Experience conducting ESG due diligence and monitoring, preferably in client-facing environments.
- Strong knowledge of ESG standards and frameworks, including IFC Performance Standards, UNGPs and OECD Guidelines.
- Experience developing ESG tools, guidelines and processes.
- Ability to translate complex topics into practical solutions.
- Strong analytical skills combined with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
- Ability to balance attention to detail with strategic thinking.
- Risk-based thinking and sound judgement.
- Curiosity, initiative and a drive to improve and innovate.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Team player who thrives in a dynamic and multidisciplinary environment.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Affinity with FMO's mission and values.
To be considered for an interview, you must currently reside in the Netherlands.
At FMO, we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our organization. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and encourage everyone who is excited about the role to apply. #PioneerDevelopScale.
Please note that if you are a current FMO external/contractor, use your personal email address to apply.
About FMO
FMO delivers economic, social, and environmental development to entrepreneurial initiatives on a global scale, believing in our contribution to a better world, starting from our values as an organization and respect within our teams.
To learn more about who we are, our Vision, Purpose, Mission, Company Culture, and Leadership, please visit our page via the Profile - FMO button below. At FMO, we are guided by our four core values: Diversity, Integrity, Making the Difference and Quality. These values are the foundation of our strong company culture, fostering an environment where we work together to make a positive impact on the world.
Do you fit the criteria and are excited about this role? We invite you to express your interest and apply for this position. We look forward to learning more about you and your contribution to our team.
#PioneerDevelopScale.