Roles and missions of the impact manager
An impact manager has very varied and important roles and missions. They must work to promote and improve the social and environmental impact of companies and organizations.
Here are some of the main roles and missions of an impact manager:
- Identify social and environmental issues affecting the organization and identify innovative solutions to address them.
- Design and implement social and environmental initiatives and measure their impact.
- Solicit funds to support social and environmental impact activities and ensure their proper use.
- Develop and implement training plans to cultivate social and environmental impact skills.
- Participate in cross-sectoral working groups and meetings to promote and improve social and environmental impact.
- Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, donors, and external stakeholders.
- Organize and manage events to raise awareness or support social and environmental impact programs.
- Analyze data and produce relevant reports on social and environmental impact programs.
- Promote the organization's social and environmental impact programs via social media, traditional media and public presentations.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure alignment of social and environmental impact strategies and programs.
Finally, the primary role of an impact manager is to ensure that the organization and businesses are fulfilling their social and environmental responsibilities. He or she is the guarantor of the company's long-term positive impact on society and the environment.
Salary and career development of impact managers
Impact managers are a growing profession that designs, leads and implements strategies to help companies achieve social and environmental sustainability goals. Impact managers' salaries vary according to their level of experience and qualifications. In France, the gross annual salary of an impact manager can be summarized as follows
- 0 to 2 years: between 40,000 and 55,000 euros
- 2 to 5 years: between 55,000 and 70,000 euros
- 5 to 10 years: between 70 000 and 85 000 euros
- 10 to 15 years: between 85 000 and 110 000 euros
- More than 15 years: between 110 000 and 150 000 euros
In addition to attractive salary prospects, impact managers can also advance in their careers. Here are five possible careers:
- Sustainable development project manager
- Director of strategy and social innovation
- Sustainability program director
- Director of Social Affairs and Sustainable Development
- Director of public relations and responsible marketing.
