Climate Change Sustainability Specialist

4 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Isilumko Staffing Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a Climate Change Sustainability Specialist to join our team at Isilumko Staffing. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable banking, working closely with our clients to develop and implement strategies that drive positive impact.

Job Overview

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of professional experience in climate and nature operational or consulting, with a strong background in science, environmental management, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategy Development: Develop and mature our client's strategy and response to climate change and nature, addressing risks and opportunities related to these areas.
  • Risk Management: Mature position statements and policies regarding climate change and nature, developing mechanisms to increase our client's climate and nature-related ambitions.
  • Net-Zero Transition: Own and drive our client's Net-Zero Transition plan with science-based targets, establishing baseline measures to monitor progress against KPIs and targets.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Present clear and concise information to internal and external stakeholders on climate change and nature impacts, developing strategic partnerships and alliances representing our client effectively.
  • Research and Reporting: Conduct research on global and domestic climate change and nature developments, contributing to TCFD and TNFD reporting, and inputting into our client's stakeholder reports.
  • Training and Development: Build and deliver climate change- and nature-related training programs, promoting sustainable development knowledge among leadership and staff, and implementing cross-cutting projects for the Company Group Executive Committee.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in science, environmental management, or a related field.
  • Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (advantageous).
  • Registered with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professionals.
  • Over 10 years of professional climate and nature operational or consulting experience.
  • Management of or involvement in a net-zero transition plan.
  • 3-5 years of stakeholder engagement experience.
  • Experience in financial services, sustainable finance, or strategy consulting.
  • Understanding of carbon accounting methodologies and footprints.
  • Familiarity with South Africa's climate and nature-related legislation.

Estimated Salary Range: R1,200,000 - R1,800,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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