Specialist in sustainable development in KERNEL

Kernel is a leader of Ukrainian agribusiness, a key producer and exporter of grain crops and of sunflower oil to world markets. The company operates a large land bank, modern elevators, the largest fleet of grain wagons, oil extraction plants and port terminals. Our team is constantly increasing the pace and gaining momentum, confidently increasing performance indicators. 
We believe that a huge resource potential is concentrated in Ukraine and opportunities, and we are looking for those who will help us uncover it.

If you are striving to influence positive changes in the environmental and social sphere of agribusiness, then this vacancy is for you! 

We invite a Sustainable Development Specialist/Analyst to join the team. You will have the opportunity to participate in innovative projects, analyze indicators of sustainable development and cooperate with various teams to implement environmental initiatives.

Field of activity:

• Development of a system for accounting for greenhouse gas emissions from operational activities
• Investigation of business opportunities related to carbon markets, bioenergy and B2B partnerships
• Analysis of environmental impact indicators, ecosystem restoration and engagement local communities
• Analytical support of communications with investors regarding the attraction of sustainable financing
• Preparation of analytical data and corporate reporting according to sustainable development standards
• Analysis of market practices, legislative and regulatory changes in Ukraine and the EU related to the sustainable development of the agricultural sector

Our expectations:

• Experience in the private sector or business consulting (work experience in the agricultural sector will be an advantage, but not mandatory)
• High level of English language
• Understanding of methodologies for calculating greenhouse gas emissions
• Understanding of international standards non-financial reporting
• Analytical skills and attention to detail, commitment to high quality and accuracy
• In-depth knowledge of office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint

We offer:

• Opportunity to work on strategic projects affecting business development
• Participation in the implementation of innovative approaches in the field of sustainable development
• Professional growth and development in a stable company.