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Environmental Sustainability Specialist

2 months ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa EMPIRE RECRUITMENT Full time
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At Empire Recruitment, we are seeking an Environmental Sustainability Specialist to drive positive social impact and environmental sustainability in our company.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of corporate social responsibility principles, sustainable development goals, and relevant local and global regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction, energy conservation, and carbon footprint reduction efforts.
  • Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and permits, ensuring adherence to standards and reporting requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental considerations into product design, manufacturing processes, and supply chain operations.
  • Lead community engagement programmes, including partnerships with nonprofit organisations, volunteer activities, and employee giving campaigns.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders and external partners to ensure effective collaboration and maximum impact of corporate citizenship initiatives.
  • Monitor and report on the company's corporate citizenship performance, including metrics related to social, environmental, and economic impact.
  • Stay updated on emerging environmental trends, technologies, and best practices to inform strategic decision-making and innovation.
  • Drive employee awareness and engagement through environmental education and training initiatives, fostering a culture of sustainability throughout the organisation.
  • Coordinate the company's initiatives related to Enterprise Development and Social Economic Development under the BBBEE codes.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to integrate corporate citizenship considerations into various business processes, such as procurement, marketing, and HR.
  • Act as an advocate and spokesperson for the organisation's corporate citizenship initiatives, both internally and externally, to enhance brand reputation and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Key Requirements:

  • Strong analytical and project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and inspire stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to collect and interpret data to measure the impact of corporate citizenship and identify areas for improvement.
  • Detail oriented approach to ensure compliance with corporate citizenship standards and reporting requirements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience working with sustainability reporting tools is preferred.
  • Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and community engagement.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in corporate citizenship, sustainability, or related fields, with a focus on strategic planning, programme management, and stakeholder engagement.
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