 |
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. |
The Head of Sustainability will lead our sustainability efforts, focusing on data collection, strategic initiative execution, and regulatory compliance to drive our commitment towards environmental and social responsibility. This role is integral to advancing our goals in alignment with global sustainability frameworks, such as the Paris Agreement, and ensuring that our operations and investments support a sustainable future.
What you will do:
Collect and analyze sustainability data, including all relevant ESG metrics and Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions
Timeliness and accuracy of data collection reports.
Completeness of ESG metrics captured (e.g., percentage of total relevant metrics collected).
Accuracy of Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions baselines
Adherence to PM methodology (Agile/ Waterfall/ Hybrid)
Flagging / escalating risks and issues proactively / on time (no unforeseen delays caused by poor management)
Define and execute strategic initiatives to achieve NetZero by 2050, in alignment with the Paris Agreement.
Progress towards NetZero targets (e.g., percentage reduction in carbon emissions year-over-year).
Milestones achieved in the NetZero roadmap.
Number and impact of strategic initiatives implemented.
Engage with Principals on future sustainability pathways and joint opportunities.
Number of successful engagements and collaborations.
Quantifiable outcomes from joint sustainability initiatives (e.g., projects launched, emissions reductions).
Feedback from Principals on collaboration effectiveness
Identify and pursue green business development and financing opportunities.
Number of green business opportunities identified and pursued.
Value and impact of green financing secured.
ROI from green business initiatives.
Conduct due diligence for new business ventures and mergers/acquisitions to assess sustainability compliance and risk.
Number of due diligence assessments completed.
Percentage of identified risks mitigated or addressed.
Compliance level of new ventures with sustainability criteria., templates and guidelines
Required Skills to be successful:
Master’s degree (preferably in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field).
At least 5 years of experience in sustainability, specifically within a matrix organization.
Experience in automotive (dealers, OEMs) or consulting sectors.
What you will do:
Collect and analyze sustainability data, including all relevant ESG metrics and Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions
Timeliness and accuracy of data collection reports.
Completeness of ESG metrics captured (e.g., percentage of total relevant metrics collected).
Accuracy of Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions baselines
Adherence to PM methodology (Agile/ Waterfall/ Hybrid)
Flagging / escalating risks and issues proactively / on time (no unforeseen delays caused by poor management)
Define and execute strategic initiatives to achieve NetZero by 2050, in alignment with the Paris Agreement.
Progress towards NetZero targets (e.g., percentage reduction in carbon emissions year-over-year).
Milestones achieved in the NetZero roadmap.
Number and impact of strategic initiatives implemented.
Engage with Principals on future sustainability pathways and joint opportunities.
Number of successful engagements and collaborations.
Quantifiable outcomes from joint sustainability initiatives (e.g., projects launched, emissions reductions).
Feedback from Principals on collaboration effectiveness
Identify and pursue green business development and financing opportunities.
Number of green business opportunities identified and pursued.
Value and impact of green financing secured.
ROI from green business initiatives.
Conduct due diligence for new business ventures and mergers/acquisitions to assess sustainability compliance and risk.
Number of due diligence assessments completed.
Percentage of identified risks mitigated or addressed.
Compliance level of new ventures with sustainability criteria., templates and guidelines
Required Skills to be successful:
Master’s degree (preferably in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field).
At least 5 years of experience in sustainability, specifically within a matrix organization.
Experience in automotive (dealers, OEMs) or consulting sectors.
