ESG Measurement

About Trinity: Trinity is Irelands leading university and is ranked 87th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction Post Summary As part of Trinity College Dublins drive to address the urgent requirements associated with climate change, biodiversity and sustainability, a new procurement-centred role, ESG Measurement & Reporting Manager, has been developed. As c.80% of Trinitys emissions are supply-chain related, this strategic new role will directly support the University in meeting the ambitious targets set out in its Sustainability Strategy. With a spend of over €246m across 3000+ suppliers in the last financial year, and covering a range of spend categories from Laboratory & Research to ICT, Facilities, Travel etc., Trinity runs over 110 tenders and generates purchase orders per annum. The new role of ESG Measurement & Reporting Manager will influence this spend and enable a new data-driven approach to Procurements work across sourcing, purchase-to-pay and contract management. Post status: Specific Purpose Contract This is a specific purpose contract. The specific purpose of this employment is to fulfill a significant 'Green Procurement' reporting function for FSDs audit remit, linking with ESRS requirements, with a key focus on delivering data on 'Scope 3' emissions. You will lead out on the analysis and updating of Procurement policies and procedures, tender documents and contract templates, amongst other duties. This role has been created to address emerging reporting requirements, which will require further assessment and evaluation before the long-term resourcing needs can be finalised. As such, the role is not being offered on a permanent basis, and its function and associated activities will be subject to an operational review. This review will assess the long-term capacity of the post, and the continuation of this role will be contingent upon the outcome of the review. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-3), Salary Scale (€68,181 - €88,201 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. ( How to apply:In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application. Applicants should clearly address their experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their application. Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems. Applications must be made by the date and time specified. Application will only be accepted by applying online through the. Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 24th January 2025 - Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be automatically cancelled by the system. Please click apply to view the job description for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Ben Hartnett, Procurement Manager at E: Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E: and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those who have been displaced due to war. Trinity College Dublin is Irelands premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.