Environmental Sustainability Strategist

1 month ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Isilumko Staffing Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an Environmental Sustainability Strategist to join our team at Isilumko Staffing.

About the Role

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a seasoned professional with expertise in environmental sustainability and climate change. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to support our bank's transition to net-zero by 2050, aligned with local and international best practices.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of carbon accounting methodologies, climate risk, and climate opportunities, as well as experience working with climate mitigation mechanisms such as Carbon Tax, carbon credits, and CBAM.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and mature the bank's strategy and response to climate change and nature.
  • Mature the climate change and nature position statements and related policies.
  • Develop mechanisms to help increase climate and nature-related ambitions.
  • Meet Net-Zero commitments.
  • Stakeholder engagement.
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's degree in science, environmental management, climate science or any other related business or science field.
  • Preferred: Postgraduate qualification in relevant fields such as environmental management, sustainability, environmental economics, or climate science.
  • Registered with South African Council for Natural Scientific Professionals.
  • More than 10 years professional climate and nature operational or consulting experience.
  • Management of or involvement in a net-zero transition plan.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • An estimated annual salary of R1,200,000 - R1,500,000, depending on experience.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (with occasional travel)



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