Remote Sustainability Project Lead - Community Impact

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a proactive Sustainability Coordinator to lead initiatives promoting environmental responsibility and resource efficiency. This contractor role focuses on cross‑sector collaboration across waste, energy, water and biodiversity.

You will manage projects, monitor impact, and report findings while supporting budgeting and funding opportunities with occasional fieldwork in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Proven sustainability management or coordination experience.
• Strong knowledge of environmental principles and climate mitigation.
• Excellent project management and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainability strategies and action plans.
• Coordinate projects on energy, waste, water, and biodiversity.
• Engage with businesses, groups, and agencies to promote sustainable practices.
• Research best practices and technologies for sustainability.
• Organize workshops and awareness campaigns.
• Monitor progress and report impact of initiatives.
• Assist budgeting and resource management.
• Collaborate with teams to embed sustainability company-wide.
• Stay updated on regulations and trends.
• Identify potential funding sources for projects.

Skills

project coordination

stakeholder engagement

data reporting

communication

mitigation strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Sustainability/Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a proactive Sustainability Coordinator to lead initiatives promoting environmental responsibility and resource efficiency. This contractor role focuses on cross‑sector collaboration across waste, energy, water and biodiversity.

You will manage projects, monitor impact, and report findings while supporting budgeting and funding opportunities with occasional fieldwork in the region.