Start Here – ESG Careers Explained
Find Your Place in the Future of Sustainability
The demand for skilled ESG professionals is growing fast—across finance, energy, government, education, agriculture, and beyond. But ESG isn’t one job. It’s a mindset, a mission, and a career field with diverse paths and roles.
Whether you’re new to sustainability or an experienced professional looking to upskill, IASE provides internationally recognised ESG certifications and training to help you build a purposeful and future-ready career.
What is an ESG Career Path?
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) careers focus on helping organisations align their strategies with sustainability, social impact, and ethical governance standards.
These roles exist across:
Corporates and SMEs
NGOs and government
Financial services and investment
Academia and consulting
You don’t need to be a sustainability officer to work in ESG. There are ESG-linked roles in:
Operations
Risk and compliance
Finance and investment
Human resources
Procurement
Legal and policy
“ESG is not a job title. It’s a way of thinking—embedded across modern organisations.”
How IASE Helps You Build Your ESG Career
IASE is the global professional body for ESG. Through its two certification tracks—ISB (business) and ISF (finance)—IASE offers a structured, standards-based path to becoming an ESG professional.
You can enter at three levels, based on your experience:
ADVISOR® – For entry-level or aspiring professionals
SPECIALIST® – For mid-career professionals
EXPERT® – For senior professionals or ESG strategists
IASE Africa provides access to:
Online ESG training aligned with each certification
Scholarships and financial support options
Employer sponsorship tools
Professional community, guidance and recognition
Not Sure Where to Begin? Let’s Help You Decide.
Start with Our ESG Career Quiz
Take a 2-minute quiz to discover which IASE certification level fits your experience and goals.
Compare ESG Training vs Certification
Learn the difference between IASE’s board-certified qualifications and our endorsed training programs.
Read ESG Career Stories
Explore testimonials and real-world journeys from certified ESG professionals.
What’s Your First Step?
Whether you’re here to get certified, explore ESG career options, or access funding support, you’re in the right place.
Related Resources
ESG Bursary & Financial Support – “Need help covering your course or exam fees? See if you qualify for an ESG bursary.”
Employer Sponsorship Toolkit – “Want your company to sponsor your ESG certification? Download our free toolkit.”
Training vs Certification – “Unsure which path is right for you? Learn how training and certification work together.”
