Job Description :

Job Title: Corporate Relations Manager - Sustainability

Level: Mid-Level Management

Reports To: Corporate Relations Director

About the Function:

With names such as Baileys, Guinness, Smirnoff, and Johnnie Walker, at Diageo, we boast a wealth of admired brands that few can rival. It’s our goal to be the most trusted and respected consumer goods company in the world. And our Corporate Relations team plays a central role – protecting and promoting our much-prized reputation.

Thinking digitally and globally, our Corporate Relations teamwork as business owners and strategic partners to transform the competitive environment within which we operate, unlocking value in a variety of different ways.

Acting as the link with governments, businesses and consumers, our highly experienced specialists create and manage a dynamic and consistent narrative worldwide with a particular focus on the next decade. They also influence our public policy, tax, trade and market access work, as well as lead partner management around the responsible use of alcohol. Their work within the business is equally important, providing advice and guidance as well as analytics and insight to senior Diageo leaders, and anticipating, mitigating and communicating risk.

Join our Corporate Relations team and, if you’re driven, resilient and share our pride in our heritage, you can build an exceptional career with us.

About the team:

Uganda Breweries Ltd is Uganda’s leading adult beverage business. We thrive on the development of great people and great brands. We have created a talented, diverse and passionate team of professionals running a superb and robust business operating in Uganda and the Great Lakes Region, delivering the highest quality brands to consumers and long-term value to its investors.

This role is based in Kampala and is a core member of the Corporate Relations team. The role holder reports to the UBL Corporate Relations Director and partners closely with the Commercial, Marketing, Supply and Finance Leadership Teams.

About the role:

A member of the UBL CR Team, & the Extended Leadership TeamRegularly contributes to successful issue resolutionDevelops clear, concise plans that are handled through to completionBuild great relationships both internally and externallyShow pride in Diageo/UBL; act as a positive representative of the company and our reputation.Identify clear priorities for strategic implementation

Purpose of Role

Sustainability & EABL Foundation

Developing and implementing select sustainability initiatives under the Spirit of progress action plan. Developing and implementing other ESG initiatives in line with the business overall strategy and plans

Role Responsibilities

Serve as a CR approver for DMC compliance:

Offering responsible marketing advice to marketing teams to ensure that our brands are marketed responsibly to enhance our reputation and mitigate marketing freedom risks

Team Leadership, Operational Support and Capacity Building:

Lead and coordinate a team of agencies and implementation partners, providing guidance and support to achieve program objectives. Coach and promote continuous learning and capacity building for the team to enhance programmes delivery.Coordinate quarterly Board reporting and other CR team reportsEnsures strategic alignment with the regional, Africa and global group sustainability strategySupport CR director in annual strategy and budget-making processEnsure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to project management and funding.

Deliver CR-owned Spirit of Progress Initiatives:

Water Replenishment

Design, implement, and oversee water and sanitation projects in targeted communities, ensuring they meet the Spirit of Progress and overall business goalsWork with local partners, government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders to identify needs and coordinate interventionsMonitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs, including delivering Diageo Ongoing project checks and make data-driven adjustments as necessary.Scope out relevant partnerships to raise awareness on issues related to water scarcity, sanitation, and hygiene in target communities through campaigns and educational programsOversee the planning and execution of public events to launch and commission completed water and sanitation projects.Engage media, influencers, and community leaders during project launches and beyond to raise awareness.

Collective Action on Water

Identify or design collective action on water initiative in the market, consistent with the Diageo Collective Action on water programme goals. Oversee project implementation and ensure initiatives align with environmental, social, and company sustainability goals.Build and manage partnerships with NGOs, government agencies, and stakeholders for water catchment protection projects.Monitor project progress, manage resources, and report on impact and outcomes.Advocate for sustainable water management and find opportunities to enhance visibility of the initiative.

Circular economy

Serve as an internal expert on circular economy and climate change (including related legislation) and provide ongoing guidance to relevant teams in the business.In close collaboration with supply chain and facilities colleagues, find new and better ways to reduce, reuse, recycle waste from our factories and offices.Lead the extended producer responsibility agenda for UBL’s post-consumer packaging waste, i.e. plastics, cans and glass.Drive the external sustainable waste management initiatives in partnership with commercial and supply chain teams.Drive thought leadership in Circular Economy as a driver of reputation.

Inclusion and Diversity

I&D in core business: promote inclusive business models within UBL that empower marginalized groups where we source, work, sell and in our communities.CR-owned I&D programmes: manage the Learning for Life programme consistent with programme requirements in liaison with the global Spirit of Progress teamPartner with HR, procurement, and other functions to drive inclusion and empowerment of underrepresented groups e.g., persons living with disabilities, not only among UBL employees but also in the rest of the business’ value chain.In collaboration with other functions, find opportunities to advance the empowerment of women in the workplace, marketplace, and communities.Promote the adoption and implementation of policies on inclusion and diversity in the business.Drive thought leadership on inclusion & diversity as a source of positive reputation.

Local Raw Materials (LRM)

Sustainable agriculture – collaborate closely with the agribusiness team in designing, developing and embedding sustainable agriculture practices in the agriculture value chain.Embed Inclusion and Diversity in the LRM value chain by ensuring that persons with disabilities, women, youth and other underrepresented groups become represented in the agriculture value chain.Reputation management – gather information through extensive networking and visits to LRM regions and uncover any potential reputation risks and proactively enhance our reputation.LRM branding – produce communication materials for LRM programmes and events in order to enhance our reputation.Supporting Foundation initiatives such as water for life and learning for life in LRM Regions.

Doing Business the Right Way from Grain to Glass

Serve as a sustainability approver for marketing code compliance, offering responsible marketing advice to marketing teams to ensure that our brands are marketed responsibly in order to enhance our reputation and mitigate marketing freedom risksEnsure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to project management and funding.

Advocacy for responsible drinking and self-regulation campaigns:

Drink-Drive Campaign (WSOTR)Consumer Education on responsible alcohol consumption (Drink iQ)Anti-underage drinking campaigns (SMASHED)

Experience / skills required:

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Sustainability Studies, Public Relations, Communications, or a related discipline is required.Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), communications, stakeholder engagement, or related areas will be consideredStrong knowledge and understanding of sustainability principles, frameworks (such as GRI Standards or SASB), and best practices are essential. Candidates should be familiar with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues relevant to the beverage industry and have a passion for driving sustainability initiatives.Proven experience in engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community groups, customers, and employees, is crucial. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively manage stakeholder relationships and drive collaboration.Understanding of relevant environmental regulations, industry standards, and reporting requirements is necessary. Candidates should be familiar with sustainability reporting frameworks and be able to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.The ability to work in cross-functional teams, inspire change, and foster a culture of sustainability within the organization is important. Candidates should demonstrate leadership qualities, including the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive consensus on sustainability goals and strategies.

Flexible Working Statement:

Flexibility is key to our success. From part-time and compressed hours to different locations, our people work flexibly in ways to suit them. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported from day one

Diversity statement:

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.

Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you. 

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Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Portbell Brewery

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2025-05-08