Integrated Social Sustainability Manager – Africa

What we are looking for;
Experience of working with business and appreciation of the role that responsible business can play in creating positive social impact.
Good understanding of human rights issues including labour rights, land rights and health and safety (including safety for women) in the Africa region, particularly but not limited to the specific industries in which Unilever operates such as agricultural commodities.
Knowledge of international principles such as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
Good knowledge of and relationships with key external stakeholders including Governments, civil society and trade unions. Strong human rights network.
Good understanding of both traditional audit processes and innovative practices in social assurance and accountability.
A self-starter with a proven proficiency in hands-on project management including being able to manage different projects concurrently
Able to identify and navigate complex social issues and to deliver practical, implementable solutions either directly in the field or by providing guidance to in-field operations.
Ability to conduct and analyse both desk-top and comprehensive field research including applied rights in the various industries and countries where Unilever operates.
Extensive on the ground experience of working with local communities, including farmers
Experience and understanding of gender issues and the women’s rights agenda in Africa would be highly desirable, specifically around land rights, safety and economic empowerment.
The Impact you will have;
Working across the business, identify and analyse issues through investigating conditions and recommending remediation. Consulting with all parties address/facilitate implementation of any needed remediation. 
Address potential systemic human rights issues, working with internal and external partners – including suppliers –  as we continue to make progress on our responsible sourcing programme.
Create replicable models of good practice and operationalise these in the field.
Monitor and evaluate results.