Remote Sanitation Policy Advisor

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an expert Remote Sanitation Policy Advisor to develop and refine cleaning and sanitation standards across the company’s global operations. This fully remote role requires deep knowledge of public health, hygiene practices, and regulatory compliance to protect workers and communities.

You will research, draft, and implement policies, create SOPs, and train staff remotely, influencing stakeholders from a distance.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Experience developing sanitation, hygiene, or public health policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate research into actionable policies.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration technologies.

Responsibilities

• Research best practices and regulatory changes in sanitation and public health.
• Develop, update SOPs and sanitation policies.
• Guide operational teams on implementing sanitation protocols remotely.
• Create remote training materials and conduct sessions.
• Monitor policy compliance and advise on corrective actions.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Policy development

Public health

Communication

Remote training

Regulatory compliance

Education

Advanced degree in Public Health/Environmental Science

Tools

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an expert Remote Sanitation Policy Advisor to develop and refine cleaning and sanitation standards and policies for their widespread operations. This pivotal role is entirely remote and requires a deep understanding of public health, hygiene best practices, and regulatory compliance. You will research, draft, and implement policies that ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and safety across all facilities, contributing significantly to public health and operational integrity. This position is ideal for a highly analytical and proactive individual with exceptional communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders and driving policy change from a distance, regardless of location, including supporting operations near Vereeniging .

Key Responsibilities

• Research and analyze best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory changes in sanitation and public health.
• Develop, implement, and update comprehensive cleaning and sanitation policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations to operational teams on implementing sanitation protocols.
• Develop training materials and conduct remote training sessions for staff on new policies and hygiene standards.
• Monitor compliance with established policies and advise on corrective actions needed to maintain standards.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management outlining policy recommendations and compliance status.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in developing and implementing sanitation, hygiene, or public health policies.
• Proven ability to conduct in-depth research and translate findings into practical, actionable policies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools and remote work technologies.
• A strong understanding of diverse environmental sanitation challenges and solutions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary reflecting expertise and responsibility.
• Full-time, fully remote position offering significant work-life balance.
• Opportunities to shape company-wide sanitation strategies and impact public health.
• Professional development support and access to industry research.
• A collaborative environment with diverse teams and engaging policy work.