Obtain visible commitments of corporate support for a market standard; participation in the SASB process; and use of the SASB standards from critical leadership roles CFO, CEO and other directors with major corporations.
This can include:
Statements of support or acknowledgement of the materiality of the issues
Working with companies to do briefings for multi-disciplinary internal teams and to answer FAQs about use of the SASB standards
Working with partners to “field test” the SASB standards to obtain data regarding costs-and benefits of implementation
Understanding and working to remove barriers to implementation. Specifically, helping companies to understand the process of assessing materiality for sustainability information, evaluating channels of corporate communication on sustainability factors, and understanding performance on materiality factors, all necessary components of developing a strong MD&A that addresses material sustainability factors
Work with companies to answer questions related to legal compliance and internal controls, working with our Director of Legal Policy and Outreach and our accounting partners.
Presenting the value of SASB standards at conferences and events where C level executives are gathered in the context of disclosure effectiveness.
Lead a research project with a partner to understand the nature and extent of questionnaire fatigue
Developing an outreach plan and content for getting SASB information regularly featured in CFO forums.
Regularly offer webinars to the public (quarterly) regarding matters of SASB implementation featuring issuers and/or guest speakers.
Communicating the difference of SASB vs. other frameworks to corporate decision-makers
Launching an Issuer Advisory Council of 10-12 early corporate adopters with the goal of advising on implementation questions and demonstrating how standards support disclosure effectiveness
Other duties assigned.
A goal will be to work with issuers to reduce questionnaire fatigue and shareholder proposals with respect to ESG issues by integrating the SASB data into the normal system for reporting and obtaining financial data, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of disclosures on material ESG factors to the financial community.
The Director of Corporate Policy and Outreach will represent SASB to the corporate world and drive adoption of SASB standards and use within the corporate community.
A key initiative in 2016 will be developing and launching a corporate “field test” program with partners, as appropriate, so that companies that express an interest in using the SASB standards have a place to discuss issues with peers and obtain technical advice as necessary.
The Director of Corporate Policy and Outreach will focus on matters of implementation and the business case for integrating standards, liaising with the Head of the Standards Setting Organization and the sector analysts for issuer questions or concerns related to the standards themselves (specific feedback on topics or metrics), so that these comments can be addressed in the standards setting process.
The Director of Corporate Policy and Outreach will maintain relations with key corporate member organizations including IMA, FEI, NACD, CERES, Corporate Eco-Forum, and other CFO and CEO forums.
QUALIFICATIONS
Commitment to effective corporate disclosure, sustainability, and the mission of SASB
BA (required), MA (a plus)
High energy, positive, “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail; high degree of initiative
Experience working with senior level executives in the finance, operation, and legal areas, and comfort interacting with the Board of Directors
Excellent interpersonal, managerial and organizational skills and a collaborative work style
Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing major projects or initiatives
A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace
Collaborative work style and commitment to getting the job done
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel etc.)
Solid experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM programs
At least ten years’ experience in corporate finance, business reporting, internal controls, and/or corporate strategy, working as a corporate advisor or management consultant.
Experience with the COSO framework a plus
Excellent research skills, including use of Bloomberg terminal
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Strong presentation skills, summarizing research and findings in simple, easy to use spreadsheets and corporate dossiers on early adopters
Solid project and time management skills – ability to develop measurable goals related to corporate adoption and execute to a workplan by quarter
Ability to leverage LinkedIn, Twitter and other social media tools as necessary to develop profiles on candidates for adoption
Deep established corporate network
SPECIAL ADA REQUIREMENTS
SASB is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.
For the purposes of ADA, the “Essential Duties and Responsibilities” and “Qualifications” are essential job functions.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment, with typical office noise, equipment, and with staff tending to other business transactions.
Both standing and sitting are required for extended periods of time, with majority of work of the job done sitting. Approximately three-quarters of the time performing job duties is spent using a computer keyboard and/or telephone.
Various types of office equipment/supplies are used to accomplish the job requirements and include, but are not limited to phones, computers, pens, pencils,
May be required to drive personal auto to other work sites for meetings, conferences, etc
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