Remote Environmental Sanitation Strategist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Remote Environmental Sanitation Strategist to lead sanitation strategy development for national public health initiatives. This fully remote role requires expert research, data analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration to shape scalable hygiene protocols.

Applicants should hold an advanced degree in Public Health or Environmental Science and at least 5 years in sanitation or environmental health, with strong written and verbal communication skills for

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in sanitation, hygiene management, or environmental health with a strategy focus.
• Proven ability to work independently in remote settings.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with data analysis software and digital collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and propose innovative sanitation strategies for diverse environments.
• Analyze current practices to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability.
• Ensure strategies comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with operations, health experts, and site managers via digital tools.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and white papers on best practices.
• Monitor industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Develop training materials for sanitation personnel.
• Evaluate impact of strategies through data analysis and feedback.
• Contribute to proposals and grant applications for public health projects.
• Advise on selection and implementation of sanitation technologies and products.

Skills

Data analysis

Research

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Public Health / Environmental Science

Tools

MS Office Suite

Google Workspace

Analytics software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking organization focused on public health and environmental services, is seeking an innovative Remote Environmental Sanitation Strategist. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing, researching, and strategizing advanced sanitation and hygiene protocols that align with current public health guidelines and environmental sustainability goals. This role requires a deep understanding of sanitation science, data analysis, and the ability to craft effective, scalable strategies. The ideal candidate is a proactive thinker, adept at utilizing digital tools for collaboration and analysis, and passionate about improving sanitation standards. Join our dynamic team and help shape the future of clean and safe environments, with a focus on strategic planning and remote operational excellence, contributing to initiatives impacting areas like Soweto and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and propose innovative sanitation strategies and protocols for diverse environments.
• Analyze current sanitation practices and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability.
• Ensure all developed strategies comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, health experts, and site managers, via digital communication tools.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and white papers on sanitation best practices and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting sanitation and hygiene.
• Develop training materials and guidelines for sanitation personnel based on strategic plans.
• Evaluate the impact and effectiveness of implemented sanitation strategies through data analysis and feedback mechanisms.
• Contribute to the development of proposals and grant applications related to public health and sanitation projects.
• Advise on the selection and implementation of appropriate sanitation technologies and products.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in Public Health, Environmental Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sanitation, hygiene management, or environmental health, with a focus on strategy development.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage complex projects in a remote setting.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and digital collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, specialized analytics software).
• Demonstrated understanding of public health policies and environmental regulations.
• Ability to think strategically and develop practical, actionable plans.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have a reliable home office setup with high-speed internet access.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering significant work-life flexibility.
• Highly competitive annual salary of R.
• Opportunity to lead impactful public health and environmental sanitation initiatives.
• Work with a dedicated team committed to making a difference.
• Professional development and opportunities to attend virtual conferences and training.
• Contribute to shaping best practices in sanitation on a national scale.
• Be at the forefront of innovation in environmental health and hygiene.