Group Environment and Citizenship Officer

The candidate will be responsible to drive positive social impact and environmental sustainability in the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the development and implementation of 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 the planning and execution of 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 and monitor 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 understanding of corporate social responsibility principles, sustainable development goals, and relevant local and global regulations.
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Exceptional 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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