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Join Sistema.bio and drive the transition to renewable energy and farming innovation across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Kenya
Expires
Organisation summary (max 150 words)
Sistema.bio promotes a world where waste is a resource, and farmers are empowered and productive. We manufacture, sell, install and finance our patented biodigester systems for small and medium scale farmers to convert their waste into economic, health and environmental benefits.
Role Summary
- Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive E&S Management System across operational regions.
- Ensure robust E&S risk identification and impact mitigation.
- Monitor compliance with international standards and local regulations.
- Integrate environmental and safety considerations into product and manufacturing processes.
- Lead development of emergency response plans and training.
- Drive compliance and continuous improvement in safety performance.
Role Requirements
- Experience with Environmental & Social Management Systems.
- Knowledge of IFC, ISO standards, and World Bank EHS Guidelines.
- Strong focus on operational safety and compliance.
At Sistema.bio, we firmly believe that the transition to renewable energy, the reduction of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the adoption of regenerative farming are essential to ensuring a thriving world for current and future generations. We empower farms across Africa, Asia, and Latin America with innovative biodigester and biofertilizer technology, alongside training, customer service, and financing, enabling them to become more independent and productive. Our mission drives action at the intersection of food security, social justice, and climate change.
Your mission at Sistema.bio:
Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer and maintaining a strategic line of communication with the CEO, the Senior Environmental & Social Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive E&S Management System across all operational regions at Sistema.bio.
This role ensures robust E&S risk identification, impact mitigation, operational safety, and compliance with both international standards (IFC Performance Standards, World Bank EHS Guidelines) and local regulations. With a strong focus on manufacturing, product lifecycle, installations, field operations, and supply chains, this role plays a critical function in protecting people, the environment, and the company’s reputation.
You’ll be in charge of:
E&S Management System (ESMS): Lead the management and the continuous improvement of a global Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS) aligned with IFC and ISO standards across all operational regions. E&S Risk Assessment and Impact Management: Continuously manage and update E&S risk and impact assessments across sites and processes, ensuring effective mitigation measures, regular monitoring, and ongoing compliance with international standards. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: Ensure robust HSE systems and protocols are in place across field and manufacturing operations, driving compliance and continuous improvement in safety performance. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting: Oversee internal monitoring systems and reporting frameworks to track E&S performance, incident management, and operational improvements. Product and Manufacturing Integration: Collaborate with product and manufacturing teams to integrate environmental and safety considerations into design, production, and lifecycle processes. Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Response: Lead the development and implementation of emergency response plans and training to ensure readiness across all facilities and teams. Standards Compliance and Audit Readiness: Ensure full regulatory and compliance by leading audits, due diligence processes, and timely resolution of findings.
