ESG Director
Salary: AED 600,000 per annum + performance bonus + full benefits
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Location: Dubai, UAE - On-site

Job Description and Role Overview

EnableGreen is partnering with a high-growth multinational organisation in the clean energy sector in Dubai to appoint a strategic and experienced ESG Director to lead the design and implementation of its group-wide ESG agenda. Reporting directly to the C-suite, the ESG Director will act as a strategic advisor and internal change agent, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving transparency, and positioning the organisation as a regional leader in responsible business.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in ESG, sustainability, or corporate responsibility, who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to advancing the clean energy transition in the MENA region.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement a long-term ESG strategy aligned with the organisation’s values, business objectives, and regional regulatory frameworks..
Review and lead internal ESG governance structures, including executive steering committees and board-level reporting processes.
Oversee ESG disclosures and regulatory reporting, including alignment with frameworks like GRI, ISSB, CSRD, and TCFD.
Manage the annual measurement, verification, and reporting of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Lead the roadmap towards net-zero targets and energy transition goals.
Partner with departments such as operations, supply chain, legal, HR, and marketing to embed ESG criteria into decision-making, procurement, risk management, and employee engagement initiatives.
Develop ESG data infrastructure to ensure transparency, auditability, and integrity. Coordinate with internal audit teams and external assurance providers.
Monitor developments in regional and global ESG regulations, and prepare the organisation for compliance with UAE, EU, and international sustainability reporting obligations.
Serve as the key point of contact for ESG-related stakeholders, including investors, regulators, community leaders, and sustainability rating agencies.
Lead the publication of the company’s annual ESG report and support investor relations, PR, and marketing teams on sustainability-related communications.
Drive ESG awareness across the organisation through employee training, leadership workshops, and change management programmes.

Qualifications

Essential:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Economics, or a related discipline
Minimum 8 years of ESG, sustainability, or corporate responsibility experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or strategic role
Proven experience managing ESG reporting aligned to GRI, TCFD, or ISSB
Strong understanding of carbon accounting principles, climate risk disclosure, and regulatory frameworks in the MENA or EU region
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and project delivery skills

Preferred:

Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Policy, or a related field
Experience in the clean energy, infrastructure, real estate, or financial services sector
Professional certifications such as ISSP, GARP SCR®, or CFA ESG

What the Organisation Offers

A strategic leadership role with direct access to senior decision-makers
Opportunities to shape ESG policy across multiple regions and sectors
Access to professional development programmes and global sustainability networks
A collaborative and inclusive culture committed to innovation and impact
Relocation support (if applicable) and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare, pension contributions, and annual leave allowance

Base Salary & Benefits

Annual Salary: AED 600,000 depending on experience and qualifications
Performance-related bonus
Health insurance and wellness benefits
Annual flight allowance and relocation support (if required)
End-of-service benefits as per UAE Labour Law

If you are a purpose-driven leader passionate about advancing ESG and sustainability in the Middle East, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of responsible business. To learn more about our mission and projects, visit EnableGreen.

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