ESS (Environmental and Social Sustainability) is an implementation-focused advisory firm that delivers sustainable development projects across Africa and other emerging economies. The firm operates in sectors including energy, mining, agriculture, transport, and finance, providing technical and strategic support tailored to local contexts and regulatory environments. Its teams are based in the regions where they work, including a presence in Dakar, Senegal.
The company brings together experienced, multilingual specialists with on-the-ground knowledge of the regions it serves. ESS positions itself as contributing to capacity building in Africa, with a stated aim of developing the next generation of ESG and sustainability specialists in the region.
ESS describes itself as a remote-friendly company with flexible work options. The firm states it is committed to providing employees with benefits comparable to Western standards and supporting a balance between office and personal life. Its working model is structured around empowering staff to undertake what it characterises as meaningful work in emerging markets.
