Specialist, Sustainability (Social Compliance)

Job DescriptionThis role oversees WSI’s factory social responsibility program in Cambodia with ownership in managing remediation and capacity building at factories to impact long term improvements. Visit factories on site and shadow audits. Promote awareness of our program expectations to local country team as well as our factories through regular trainings and communications. Build effective relationships with external and internal business partners/audit firms. Supports social impact manager with implementation of worker wellbeing programs in the market.Responsibilities Execute WSI’s social responsibility program across key factories in the region Monitor and manage factory remediation plans and provide the expertise and support needed to enable sustained improvements Ensure Cambodia meets social compliance and worker wellbeing goals Delivery of key training to factories and local country teams to increase education and awareness on WSI social responsibility protocols and expectations Build effective relationships with in-country office teams to solicit their commitment and support to impact improvements at partner factories Act as a local law expert for factories and in-country teams to provide guidance and direction on adhering to the local law requirements Research and recommend CSR best practices within the industry/region to share with factories as well as internally to continuously improve WSI social responsibility program. Escalate potential crisis situations to management, as appropriate Shadow social compliance audits to maintain highest level of quality & integrity Manage regular reporting requirements as directed by management Support environmental initiatives on the ground on ad hoc basis (e.g. climate module) Key Attributes Embodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics. A true passion for Corporate Social Responsibility Maintains a global perspective and is culturally sensitive and aware. Influences key members of an organization at all levels. Possesses a personalize engaging style with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Thrives in a collaborative team environment. Demonstrates a creative, energetic and motivated spirit. Competencies & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Social Studies or a related field 2 years or above experience in the field of social responsibility either at an audit firm or a retailer (auditing, developing or enforcing implementation) Strong communication and presentation skills Strong information-seeking skills and a drive to make things happen Ability to understand challenges or underlying concerns, share ideas and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group Ability to network, influence, and utilize internal and external resources Fluency in English & Khmer (Mandarin would be added advantage) Willingness to travel to factory sites across Cambodia Proficiency in Windows XP, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel , and Access