Principal Consultant - Social Impact and Human Rights

ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (S) PTE LTD

Singapore, Singapore
Not specified (assumed hybrid/remote potential based on consulting nature).
12+ years development sector experience
Business development and client servicing
International social standards knowledge
ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant for its Social Impact and Human Rights (SIHR) Growth Initiative in Singapore. The role focuses on business development and technical leadership in social impact consulting, aiming to integrate human rights into business and sustainability strategies in Southeast Asia

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on incubating social impact and human rights services across the South-east Asia region for ERM.
  • Candidates will lead business development initiatives while delivering technical projects involving impact assessments and due diligence.
  • Success requires mentoring practitioners and integrating social risk strategies into client ESG and sustainability frameworks.

Matching Summary

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ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant for its Social Impact and Human Rights (SIHR) Growth Initiative in Singapore. The role focuses on business development and technical leadership in social impact consulting, aiming to integrate human rights into business and sustainability strategies in Southeast Asia.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years development sector experience
  • Business development and client servicing
  • International social standards knowledge
  • Quantitative analysis tools application
  • Multidisciplinary team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Bahasa, Malay, or Chinese language skills
  • Climate and energy transition intersection
  • ESG data innovation capabilities
  • Strong network in Southeast Asia
  • Fieldwork travel willingness

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or PhD in social sciences
  • 12+ years of relevant consulting experience
  • Fluency in written and spoken English

Work Rights

Not specified

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