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Senior Sustainability Specialist
2 weeks ago
Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the Senior Sustainability Specialist role is to ensure the efficient and effective management and delivery of multiple sustainability projects, from inception to completion, that provide demonstrable value in line with Shoprite's sustainability strategy and framework. The role is responsible for providing project leadership through the successful identification, management, and delivery of in scope projects and initiatives providing expertise on sustainability programmes and projects which include a focus on environmental, and socioeconomic development drivers. The Group has identified the following sustainability issues as being material to our business in the year under review: climate change, water scarcity, deepening poverty and social tension, responsible sourcing, food waste, and growing consumer and investor awareness of environmental issues. Therefore, this role is primarily responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of sustainability programmes, projects, and initiatives in alignment with the business strategy.
Two portfolios have been identified in line with the Group's strategic objectives and priorities, and across the entire value chain.
Portfolio 1: food waste reduction and sustainable packaging
Portfolio 2: energy, climate change, water, and refrigeration
Degree in Business Sciences, Development Studies, Project Management or equivalent – (essential).
Experience+3 years' experience in a Corporate Social Investment or equivalent role with demonstrable experience implementing and leading sizeable sustainability projects and owning a portfolio as derived from a Group sustainability strategy and framework - (essential).
Relevant knowledge and practical experience of environmental issues and initiatives across the value-chain: biodiversity, waste and recycling, renewable energy, social enterprise, community engagement etc. - (essential).
Knowledge of health, safety and environment combined with environmental regulation and current environmental regulations impacting the industry including but not limited to a strong understanding of sustainability issues relevant to the food retail - (essential).
Experience with providing sustainability expertise, leading, guiding and advising multiple and diverse internal and external stakeholders - (essential).
Knowledge and SkillsPersonal energy and driven with strong integrity - Takes accountability for actions and mistakes.
Analytical, critical thinker with an independent, proactive problem-solving approach - Understands, analyses, and navigates the risks of complex processes with a strong basis on project methodologies and principles. Applies sound judgement, particularly in balancing competing demands and priorities.
Project management - Applies project management process and tools to deliver quality project deliverables on time. Define roles and responsibilities within a project. Defines and establishes stakeholder involvement, risks and resources on a project.
Collaborative partnering - Builds sound relationships both internally and externally. Able to comfortably engage with senior level stakeholders to achieve project goals. Open, honest, and direct and comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback. Thinks and acts both independently as well as collaboratively.
Communication - Clearly conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the listener, helps them understand and retain the message, and invites response and feedback. Keeps others informed as appropriate.
Reporting, verbal, and written communication skills - Applies accurate and succinct messaging, presents complex concepts simply and communicate actionable findings in a way that inspires and facilitates change.
Business and commercial acumen - Enables change by defining needs and recommending solutions that deliver value to the business. Understanding of how business /industry operates. Knows own market well and is commercially aware.
Planning and organising - The ability to determine goals and priorities and to assess the actions, time and resources needed to achieve those goals.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple demands while organising, prioritizing, and reordering workload in a rapidly changing and fast-moving environment.
Results-oriented and quality focused setting stretch goals for self and others, while remaining focused and working tenaciously toward meeting and exceeding expectations.
Governance, compliance, and ethical behaviour - Applies the Governance Policy, Code of Conduct, and ethical behaviour. Addresses non-compliance and implements suitable corrections.
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