Chief Sustainability Architect

EnableSA; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Gqeberha is seeking a Chief Sustainability Officer to provide executive leadership on sustainability initiatives. The role requires developing and maintaining sustainability policies, overseeing project management, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Ideal candidates should have a post-graduate degree in Environmental Science and extensive experience in senior management. This position will play a crucial role in achieving the organization's sustainability goals while innovatively addressing environmental challenges.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of senior management experience with environmental and sustainability sciences.
• Experience in project management, including leading expert teams.
• Strong knowledge of Local and International Environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain Sustainability policies and practices.
• Supervise employees working on sustainability projects.
• Develop and publish an annual Sustainability report.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Creative problem-solving and analytical skills

Thorough knowledge of sustainability practices

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Post-graduate degree in Environmental Science

Qualification in resource/sustainability economics

Job description

A non-profit organization in Gqeberha is seeking a Chief Sustainability Officer to provide executive leadership on sustainability initiatives. The role requires developing and maintaining sustainability policies, overseeing project management, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Ideal candidates should have a post-graduate degree in Environmental Science and extensive experience in senior management. This position will play a crucial role in achieving the organization's sustainability goals while innovatively addressing environmental challenges.