Remote Sanitation Policy Advisor

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Competitive package

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Sanitation Policy Advisor to shape sanitation strategies across operations, including Mahikeng support. The role is fully remote, requiring deep expertise in hygiene, policy development, and regulatory alignment.

You will analyze practices, research best practices, and develop comprehensive policy recommendations for high hygiene and safety standards. Strong remote stakeholder engagement and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in sanitation management, policy development, or public health with a focus on hygiene.
• In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, infection control, and relevant health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills for policy documentation and virtual presentations.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update sanitation policies and procedures to align with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
• Conduct remote research on emerging trends, technologies, and solutions in sanitation and hygiene management.
• Analyze operational data to identify areas for policy improvement and risk mitigation.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations to management and operational teams on sanitation matters.
• Assist in the development and delivery of training materials related to sanitation policies and procedures.
• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented policies and recommend adjustments as needed.

Skills

Policy development

Sanitation management

Public health

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Policy documentation

Education

Master's degree in Public Health

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Sanitation Policy Advisor to shape and refine their sanitation strategies across all operational sites, including those supporting Mahikeng . This critical, fully remote position involves analyzing current sanitation practices, researching best practices and regulatory requirements, and developing comprehensive policy recommendations. You will be instrumental in ensuring our client maintains the highest standards of hygiene and safety through effective, forward-thinking policies. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in sanitation management, strong analytical capabilities, and exceptional communication skills for remote stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update sanitation policies and procedures to align with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
• Conduct remote research on emerging trends, technologies, and solutions in sanitation and hygiene management.
• Analyze operational data to identify areas for policy improvement and risk mitigation.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations to management and operational teams on sanitation matters.
• Assist in the development and delivery of training materials related to sanitation policies and procedures.
• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented policies and recommend adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in sanitation management, policy development, or public health with a focus on hygiene.
• In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, infection control, and relevant health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills for policy documentation and virtual presentations.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with comprehensive benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and influencing organizational policy.
• Contribute to establishing and maintaining industry-leading sanitation standards.
• A dynamic and collaborative remote work culture.