
Sustainability Manager
- Jeddah, Makkah
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement comprehensive sustainability strategies aligned with organizational goals and local Saudi Arabian environmental initiatives
- Lead and coordinate sustainability projects across various departments, fostering a collaborative approach to environmental stewardship
- Conduct regular sustainability assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
- Create and maintain sustainability metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and report on achievements
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote sustainable practices and build partnerships for environmental initiatives
- Develop and deliver sustainability training programs to educate employees and raise awareness about environmental issues
- Stay up-to-date with emerging sustainability trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve our environmental performance
- Prepare and present regular reports on sustainability performance to senior management and external stakeholders
- Manage sustainability-related budgets and resources effectively
- Ensure compliance with local environmental regulations and international sustainability standards
- Represent the organization at sustainability-focused events and forums
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
- Advanced certification in sustainability or environmental management (e.g., LEED AP, ISSP Sustainability Professional)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in sustainability management or a related field
- Proven track record in developing and implementing successful sustainability initiatives
- Strong knowledge of sustainability best practices, environmental regulations, and industry standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Proficiency in sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, CDP, SASB) and environmental management systems
- Experience with sustainability software and tools for data analysis and reporting
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners
- Familiarity with Saudi Arabian environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives is highly desirable
- Fluency in English required; Arabic language skills are a plus
- Being a Raffles employee means embodying and conveying the brand and the company mindset through our Heartiest service culture.