ESG Specialist - Sustainability Reporting
Posted date [2026-09-30]
(ID: 52775)
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Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain, helping us to responsibly meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market.
Already in the top tier of the lowest carbon intensity oil and gas producers in the world, we are taking significant steps to make today’s energy cleaner while investing in the clean energies of tomorrow, strengthening our position as a reliable and responsible global energy provider. We are allocating an initial $23 billion to advance and accelerate lower-carbon solutions, investing in new energies and decarbonization technologies to enable our net zero by 2045 ambition and our commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. ... |
Job Description and Requirements
ESG Specialist - Sustainability ReportingJob Snapshot
Role: ESG Specialist - Sustainability Reporting
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Environmental Health and Safety
Experience: Minimum 8 years in ESG or sustainability
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
ADNOC Gas is hiring an ESG Specialist - Sustainability Reporting in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, within the Oil & Energy industry. This opportunity focuses on implementing environmental, social and governance initiatives, measuring sustainability performance and strengthening reporting against recognized disclosure frameworks. The specialist helps translate ADNOC Gas\'s ESG strategy into operational practices, reliable performance data and meaningful stakeholder engagement.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Environmental Health and Safety
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Role Purpose
Support the development, execution and monitoring of ADNOC Gas\'s ESG strategy in alignment with ADNOC Group
objectives and relevant international sustainability standards. The role connects sustainability governance with practical business decisions, compliance, risk management and transparent communication of environmental and social performance.
Key Responsibilities
ESG Strategy and Governance
- Help design and implement ESG frameworks, guidelines, policies, checklists and performance indicators across business units.
- Track delivery of agreed ESG initiatives and identify gaps between strategy, operational practice and reported results.
- Coordinate with operational and corporate functions to integrate ESG considerations into planning and decision-making.
- Monitor compliance obligations and support ESG-related internal audits, risk assessments and mitigation plans.
Sustainability Measurement and Disclosure
- Prepare and review sustainability disclosures and ESG reports using applicable GRI, SASB, ADNOC and other relevant reporting requirements.
- Monitor performance data covering greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, waste management and community engagement.
- Coordinate evidence and information required for external assurance of the annual sustainability report.
- Maintain clear records of ESG indicators and support consistent reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in ESG ratings assessments, interpret gap analysis findings and track improvement actions.
Materiality, Benchmarking and Risk
- Plan and coordinate materiality assessments, including engagement with relevant stakeholder groups.
- Benchmark sustainability performance and practices against industry peers.
- Research emerging ESG regulations, decarbonization standards, sustainability technologies and energy-sector developments.
- Translate research and assessment findings into practical recommendations for ADNOC Gas.
Stakeholder Engagement and Awareness
- Support engagement with investors, regulators, local communities and other stakeholders on ESG matters.
- Contribute to community outreach and social impact initiatives.
- Develop and deliver employee awareness and capacity-building activities that encourage responsible business practices.
- Prepare ESG-related presentations and coordinate input for conferences, roadshows, industry events and media engagements when required.
Ideal Profile
The role calls for a sustainability professional who can interpret complex disclosure requirements, assess material ESG issues and work effectively across technical and corporate teams. Strong analytical judgment, clear report writing, project coordination and the ability to influence stakeholders are important. Knowledge of UAE communities, environmental requirements and the operating context of a gas or energy business is valuable.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor\'s degree in Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Master\'s degree preferred.
- At least 8 years of experience in ESG or sustainability, preferably in a large organization within gas processing or the energy industry.
- Experience with sustainability reporting, performance measurement, stakeholder engagement and materiality assessments.
- Familiarity with environmental compliance and EHS reporting obligations.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
- Sustainability disclosure and climate frameworks: GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB and GHG Protocol.
- ESG rating methodologies, including MSCI and Sustainalytics.
- International sustainability and development-finance frameworks, including IFC, EBRD, ADB and IDB.
- Materiality analysis, peer benchmarking and social impact assessment.
- Greenhouse gas emissions, energy and waste performance monitoring.
- External assurance coordination and ESG improvement planning.
- Strategic analysis, stakeholder mapping, business communication and project management.
Preferred Professional Certifications
Relevant ESG or sustainability qualifications are highly desirable, including CFI ESG-related programs, GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR), CESGA, GRI training or CDP-related credentials.
Why Join ADNOC Gas
This role provides an opportunity to contribute to sustainability governance and performance reporting within a major gas business. It combines technical ESG analysis with cross-functional collaboration, regulatory awareness and stakeholder communication, offering scope to develop expertise as sustainability requirements evolve.
About the Company
ADNOC Gas operates within the ADNOC Group\'s energy business. Its ESG activities support responsible operations, sustainability reporting and engagement with stakeholders while aligning with the Group\'s corporate objectives.
Key Responsibilities
ESG Strategy and Governance
- Help design and implement ESG frameworks, guidelines, policies, checklists and performance indicators across business units.
- Track delivery of agreed ESG initiatives and identify gaps between strategy, operational practice and reported results.
- Coordinate with operational and corporate functions to integrate ESG considerations into planning and decision-making.
- Monitor compliance obligations and support ESG-related internal audits, risk assessments and mitigation plans.
Sustainability Measurement and Disclosure
- Prepare and review sustainability disclosures and ESG reports using applicable GRI, SASB, ADNOC and other relevant reporting requirements.
- Monitor performance data covering greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, waste management and community engagement.
- Coordinate evidence and information required for external assurance of the annual sustainability report.
- Maintain clear records of ESG indicators and support consistent reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in ESG ratings assessments, interpret gap analysis findings and track improvement actions.
Materiality, Benchmarking and Risk
- Plan and coordinate materiality assessments, including engagement with relevant stakeholder groups.
- Benchmark sustainability performance and practices against industry peers.
- Research emerging ESG regulations, decarbonization standards, sustainability technologies and energy-sector developments.
- Translate research and assessment findings into practical recommendations for ADNOC Gas.
Stakeholder Engagement and Awareness
- Support engagement with investors, regulators, local communities and other stakeholders on ESG matters.
- Contribute to community outreach and social impact initiatives.
- Develop and deliver employee awareness and capacity-building activities that encourage responsible business practices.
- Prepare ESG-related presentations and coordinate input for conferences, roadshows, industry events and media engagements when required.
Ideal Profile
The role calls for a sustainability professional who can interpret complex disclosure requirements, assess material ESG issues and work effectively across technical and corporate teams. Strong analytical judgment, clear report writing, project coordination and the ability to influence stakeholders are important. Knowledge of UAE communities, environmental requirements and the operating context of a gas or energy business is valuable.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor\'s degree in Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Master\'s degree preferred.
- At least 8 years of experience in ESG or sustainability, preferably in a large organization within gas processing or the energy industry.
- Experience with sustainability reporting, performance measurement, stakeholder engagement and materiality assessments.
- Familiarity with environmental compliance and EHS reporting obligations.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
- Sustainability disclosure and climate frameworks: GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB and GHG Protocol.
- ESG rating methodologies, including MSCI and Sustainalytics.
- International sustainability and development-finance frameworks, including IFC, EBRD, ADB and IDB.
- Materiality analysis, peer benchmarking and social impact assessment.
- Greenhouse gas emissions, energy and waste performance monitoring.
- External assurance coordination and ESG improvement planning.
- Strategic analysis, stakeholder mapping, business communication and project management.
Preferred Professional Certifications
Relevant ESG or sustainability qualifications are highly desirable, including CFI ESG-related programs, GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR), CESGA, GRI training or CDP-related credentials.
Why Join ADNOC Gas
This role provides an opportunity to contribute to sustainability governance and performance reporting within a major gas business. It combines technical ESG analysis with cross-functional collaboration, regulatory awareness and stakeholder communication, offering scope to develop expertise as sustainability requirements evolve.
About the Company
ADNOC Gas operates within the ADNOC Group\'s energy business. Its ESG activities support responsible operations, sustainability reporting and engagement with stakeholders while aligning with the Group\'s corporate objectives.
