Location: Kampala, Uganda
Department: Enterprise Risk Management
Reports to: ESG Manager
Job Reference: ERM/04/2026/01
Vacancies: 1
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Analyst will oversee ESG governance and compliance by integrating environmental and social risk assessments into the credit process. The role focuses on identifying ESG risks in financed businesses, developing mitigation plans, monitoring client compliance, and ensuring effective implementation of ESG policies across the bank.

Key Responsibilities

ESG Governance & Compliance

• Manage ESG governance and compliance requirements.

• Ensure adherence to internal ESG policies and procedures.

• Support ESG assurance programs and follow-up actions.

Environmental & Social Risk Assessment

• Conduct environmental and social risk appraisals:

  • Desktop-based assessments

  • Site-based assessments

• Categorize environmental and social risks for proposed transactions.

• Identify ESG risks in businesses financed by the bank.

Risk Management & Monitoring

• Develop practical ESG risk management plans.

• Incorporate mitigation plans into facility agreements.

• Monitor client compliance with agreed ESG requirements.

• Review and improve ESG monitoring procedures.

Training & Capacity Building

• Build environmental and social awareness among clients.

• Conduct ESG training across all levels of the organization.

• Strengthen ESG capacity across business departments.

Sustainability Support

• Support business units and the foundation on:

  • ESG opportunities

  • Sustainability products

  • Impact-related services

• Deliver internal ESG and sustainability reports.

Additional Duties

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in:

  • Environmental Sciences

  • Natural Resources Management

  • Sustainable Development

  • Sustainable Finance

  • Business

  • Related field

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an ESG-related role

• Previous banking experience is highly desirable

Key Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of:

  • Environmental legislation

  • Social governance regulations

  • Health and safety laws

• Practical ESG assessment experience across multiple sectors

• Strong analytical skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Report writing skills

• Organizational skills

• Knowledge of:

  • IFC Performance Standards

  • Uganda Bankers Association ESG Framework

  • National environmental and social legal frameworks

How to Apply

Send your application cover letter, CV, and copies of relevant certificates in one PDF document to:

📧 recruitment@equitybank.co.ug

Use the Job Title or Reference Number as the email subject line.

Deadline: Friday, 24 April 2026

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.