Environment Specialist

• Supports AMER Head of CR, AMER Environment Director, and AMER Senior Environment Manager in delivering the environmental strategy for the region
• Spearheads the analysis of regional hotel environmental data and uses this data to develop programmatic insights and strategic recommendations
• Conducts research and writes analytical reports to help advance regional delivery against the environmental pillars of IHG's Journey to Tomorrow plan
• Supports the delivery of internal responsible business targets as part of IHG's Journey to Tomorrow plan.
• Supports key internal environmental initiatives e.g. energy metric reporting, single use items, water, food waste mitigation programs, etc.
• Provides guidance and advice to internal stakeholders on IHG's efforts/commitments around environmental sustainability issues such as energy, water, and waste
• Supports regional and above-property engagement on all aspects of environmental sustainability e.g. internal training uptake, delivery of webinars and workshops, etc.
• Responds to requests and environmental sustainability inquiries from regional teams, including environmental data collection and interpretation, researching data sources, and providing general performance analysis as needed
• Supports regional adoption of global corporate responsibility goals in the region as a key member of the regional CR team
• Interfaces with global counterparts in EMEAA and Greater China
• Supports integration of Waste, Water, and Biodiversity commitments into regional plans.
• Assist with CR Communications support as needed
• Supports AMER CR Environment team on coordinating meetings, planning events, and general scheduling assistance

Education -

• Bachelor or Master's degree level in a data analytics, environmental sustainability, or relevant field of work.

Critical Expertise & Experience -

• At least 1 year of work experience, either in a field related to environment/sustainability, or in a more generalist role but with demonstrated interest in private sector sustainability
• Preparing and delivering data analysis with effective interpretation and objective insight
• Ability to manage multiple projects/initiatives and effectively prioritize tasks
• Strong communications skills and demonstrated ability to communicate complex topics in a clear and concise manner
• Strong project management skills to ensure effective and efficient delivery of deliverables
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and cross-functional/cross-cultural stakeholders
• Knowledge of environmental sustainability, CSR, and wider social, environmental and governance issues within the built environment
• Understanding and practical experience of environmental sustainability in the hotel sector and/or the built environment would be ideal.

Technical Skills & Knowledge-

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently, and to perform concurrent tasks that require technical and functional competence.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and report environmental data including energy, waste, water
• Demonstrated strong computer skills to include Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated clear, concise and succinct communicational skills, including adapting both verbal and written communications to the needs and level of the user.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a consistent, high-quality customer-focused orientation, including providing clear, accurate information; explaining procedures or materials or providing supplemental information; anticipating problems or questions.

No travel required

Hybrid schedule - 3 days per week in office

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