Sustainability Analyst
About the role
The Sustainability Analyst at Development Connect will ensure that all CSR projects have credible, measurable, and verifiable results for corporate clients. The role involves designing project measurement frameworks, supporting data collection, quantifying environmental and social outcomes, and preparing impact reports and ESG disclosures. The analyst will work closely with the CEO and Operations Manager, engaging with clients and partners to deliver high-quality reporting and analysis. The position requires a relevant degree, hands-on experience in ESG or CSR reporting, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with GRI Standards and the SDG framework. The role is based in Colombo with hybrid working options and offers exposure to a range of CSR and ESG projects.
Must have
- A degree in sustainability, environmental science, economics, development studies, statistics or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with ESG or CSR reporting, impact measurement, or environmental KPIs.
- Working knowledge of GRI Standards and the SDG framework.
- Strong analytical skills and data analysis in Excel, with comfort using data visualisation tools.
- Fluent written English for client-facing reports.
- Clear written and spoken communication, including presenting data-driven insights to clients and partners.
- Sound judgement on data quality, assumptions and uncertainty, and a habit of avoiding overclaiming.
- The ability to manage several projects, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision.
- Ease of working with clients, NGOs and field partners across Sri Lanka and internationally.
Nice to have
- Postgraduate study in sustainability, environmental management or development.
- GRI certification, progress towards it, or a carbon accounting qualification.
- Experience with life cycle assessment tools such as SimaPro or openLCA.
- Experience in international development, social impact, or NGO and corporate partnership projects.
- Experience with community, volunteer or youth development programmes.
- Tamil or Sinhala, for working with field partners.
Technologies
- Data Visualization
- Excel
- Statistics
Highlights
Hybrid working is available from the Colombo base, with some flexibility for remote work. Applications should be sent to info@developmentconnect.com by 23 November 2026, including a CV and a short note on a relevant project. Compensation is competitive and will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
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