Senior Advisor, Environmental and Social Risk Management

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

. Lead the assessment of EDC’s most complex financing and insurance transactions .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSenior💰 CA$112,006 - CA$149,341 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and due diligence processes, with a strong ability to communicate complex issues and provide strategic advice to clients and senior executives. Proficient in applying international standards such as the Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards while managing relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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Environmental And Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)Equator PrinciplesIFC Performance StandardsBiodiversity Impact AssessmentFluency In Both Official Languages

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Hard Skills

Environmental And Social Due DiligenceRisk AssessmentPolicy InterpretationConsulting ServicesProject Performance MonitoringNegotiation SkillsField Visit CoordinationClient Relationship ManagementReport AnalysisMitigation Measures Recommendation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingPrioritizationMentoringAdvisory Skills

Industry Keywords

International DevelopmentCorporate ResponsibilityEnvironmental ManagementGeosciencesDevelopment Finance InstitutionsExport Credit AgenciesIndo-Pacific RegionLatin AmericaGovernment Security RequirementsEnvironmental And Social Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the assessment of EDC’s most complex financing and insurance transactions
Identify significant environmental and social risks and recommend key mitigation measures
Apply the Equator Principles, the IFC Performance Standards, the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, and other international standards
Analyze ESIA reports, due diligence reports, monitoring reports, thematic reports, ESAPs, audit reports, consultant terms of reference, requests for proposals, and environmental and social policies
Manage relationships with internal and external clients, consultants, international financial institutions, development finance institutions, and export credit agencies
Conduct field visits in Canada or abroad, generally lasting 1 to 6 days and occurring 1 to 5 times per year
Negotiate the inclusion of environmental and social commitments in financing and insurance agreements and determine their appropriateness
Provide expert advice to senior executives, clients, and EDC business lines
Monitor transaction and project performance and resolve issues related to non-compliance with commitments
Guide and mentor other Environmental and Social Risk Advisors
Recommend changes to environmental and social due diligence processes and practices
Provide specialized advice on the interpretation and application of environmental and social policies, procedures, job aids, and products
Contribute to the evolution of EDC’s environmental and social risk management approach

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in social or environmental sciences (e.g., international development, sociology, anthropology, geography, corporate responsibility, ecology, environmental management, or geosciences)
At least 7 to 10 years of experience providing ESIA and environmental and social impact due diligence consulting services, or equivalent experience in sectors relevant to EDC
In-depth knowledge of ESIA and due diligence principles, frameworks, and standards, including the Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards
Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in an environment with competing priorities
Ability to identify, simplify, and concisely communicate the key issues in complex commercial transactions and provide advice based on client needs
Expertise in assessing social or environmental impacts, particularly biodiversity impacts
Experience as an independent consultant on environmental and social issues for lenders or private-sector companies working on major projects, or within international financial institutions
Experience working with companies in developing countries, preferably in the Indo-Pacific region and Latin America
Fluency in both official languages
Ability to communicate in other languages relevant to EDC
Candidates must meet government security requirements
Preference will be given to candidates legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application (Canadian citizens or permanent residents)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Various hybrid work options
Three to four weeks of vacation
Year-end office closure
Shorter summer Fridays
Meeting-free Fridays
Relocation assistance available to eligible candidates
Ongoing learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops, and language training
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Wellness initiatives
Mental health support
Fitness programs
Volunteer activities and corporate social responsibility programs
Performance-based compensation