Olam Global Agri (OGA) supplies food, feed and fibre to meet rising demand and a shift to protein-based diets, particularly in Asian and African countries. Headquartered in Singapore and present on all continents, our value chains include farming, processing and distribution operations, as well as a sourcing network of an estimated 2.5 million farmers. Our teams have built leadership positions in many OGA businesses, which include rice, flour, animal feed, sesame, cotton, wood, and more. As a purpose-driven company, we aim to contribute positively to the prosperity and well-being of people along our supply chains, the protection and regeneration of our natural resource base, and the fight against climate change.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The global climate crisis requires us to reduce global GHG to net-zero emissions by 2050 in line with the Paris 1.5 agreement; to do so whilst feeding 10 Billion people sustainably and ensuring inclusive growth, is the greatest challenge of our lifetime. With some 2.5 million farmers and 10 million hectares in our supply chains, and our on-the-ground ground presence -- through outgrower programmes, our farms and processing units, and our supply and distribution networks -- OGA businesses can make a tangible, positive impact for people, nature and the climate. As part of the Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability team, you will play an improtant role in developing sustainability projects and investments to decarbonise agri-commodity supply chains and improve farmer livelihoods, while strengthening food and feed systems and ensuring business viability.
The responsibilities of the Sustainability Business Developer / Investment Analyst include:
1. (50%) Develop business models, financial projections and investment valuations to assist decision-making for sustainability investments, such as carbon project development.
Types of projects could include regenerative agriculture, reforestation, biochar, etc., which aim to reduce the carbon footprint of farming and supply chains, while providing co-benefits to agricultural yields, farmer livelihoods, and ecosystems.
- (30%) Supporting the development of financial partnerships for the CR&S department and its programmes. This can include:
- Writing budgets for grant proposals to development donors, development finance institutions, foundations, customers or other parties.
- Analysing market potential for certified, low-carbon, or sustainable products; and voluntary carbon credit markets.
- Identifying and acquiring financing partners and off-takers for certified, low-carbon products or carbon credits.
- Supporting relationship with banks and investors, such as for sustainability-linked loans, or due diligence inquiries
3. (20%) Any other data analysis, reporting, survey design etc. as required (20%). For example,
· Develop metrics, methodologies and tools for measuring outputs and impacts, especially financial impacts to the company and to the target i.e. farmers and communities.
· Gather and analyze information related to farmers’ financial viability to support the development of livelihoods programmes.
· Identify opportunities to automate data collection and management
· Generating insights from large amounts of data and developing practical systems for relevant business users to access and visualise data insights
The Sustainable Business Developer / Investment Analyst will coordinate closely with relevant functions and business units for these responsibilities, notably:
- Within the CR&S team: Carbon Project Lead, Partnership & Engagement Lead
- Among functions: SIBD, Treasury, Corporate Finance, MATS (Manufacturing & Technical team)
- Among businesses: Cotton, Rice, Soy, Rubber
QUALIFICATIONS
§ A personal passion for sustainable agriculture and food systems
§ Financial analysis / investment valuation / management accounting skills
§ Relationship management skills, especially with commercial and financial partners
§ Excellent data sourcing and analysis capabilities
§ Strong & clear communication and presentation skills
§ University degree in finance, management accounting, economics, data analytics or another relevant domain
§ 5+ years of relevant experience
