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One increasingly popular way in which you can make a difference through your job is through sustainability. In fact, our recent Sustainability Insights survey shows that 66% of people believe a company’s commitments in this area are important when applying for a job.
Job applicants judge an employer on vision, behavior and implementation of sustainability. In fact, a sustainable policy in the broadest sense is a necessity today; from climate targets to a diverse workforce.
- Joost Fortuin, Senior Managing Director PageGroup The Netherlands
This shift in mindset is why sustainability jobs have grown in popularity. A lot of these are ESG roles (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance). The goals here are to help companies reduce their environmental impact, promote sustainability and create positive social change.
If this is something you’re passionate about, you might be interested in knowing about the different types of ESG jobs that are out there. We’ve listed some below, with a specific link to some of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals outlined by the United Nations.
A quick bit of background before we start though. The 17 SDGs are a series of objectives that the UN regards as the blueprint for a better and more sustainable world. They range from eliminating hunger, to promoting gender equality, to producing cleaner energy.
Interestingly, when we asked our survey respondents which goals they cared about most, there were a wide range of answers. However the top three were:
But to achieve any of the goals, people working in ESG roles will need to play a big part. These are also known as “Goalkeepers” — people who are taking action to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Being a Goalkeeper gives you purpose and has a genuinely positive impact on the world.
So, are you keen to find out about how you can contribute towards some of the 17 SDG goals? Below, we’ve listed some of the goals, along with examples of ESG roles that can have an impact on them. Have a read and see if any of these spark an interest!
