Remote Sanitation Policy Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive contract rate

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Impactful policy initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Sanitation Policy Analyst to research, develop, and refine sanitation policies across industries. This fully remote role allows you to contribute from anywhere while focusing on health, safety, and efficiency in diverse workplaces.

You will analyze current regulations, craft SOPs, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure policies are practical and compliant. The role emphasizes strong data analysis, clear documentation, and effective communication of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Health Administration, or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in policy analysis, development, or research, preferably related to health, safety, or sanitation.
• Strong understanding of sanitation principles, hygiene standards, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work setting.
• Experience with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Google Workspace).
• Proactive approach to identifying and addressing policy gaps.
• Demonstrated ability to develop practical and implementable policy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on current sanitation best practices, emerging trends, and relevant public health regulations.
• Analyze existing sanitation policies and procedures of client organizations and recommend improvements.
• Develop new, comprehensive sanitation policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external experts to ensure policies are practical, effective, and legally compliant.
• Create clear and concise documentation, reports, and presentations on policy recommendations and findings.
• Stay abreast of scientific advancements and regulatory changes affecting sanitation and hygiene.
• Assist in the implementation and rollout of new policies by developing training materials or guidance documents.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented policies and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Maintain a knowledge base of sanitation standards and best practices relevant to various industries.
• Communicate policy insights and recommendations effectively to diverse audiences.

Skills

Policy analysis

Research

Data analysis

Written & verbal comms

Remote collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health/related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Zoom

Slack

Google Workspace

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Sanitation Policy Analyst to research, develop, and refine sanitation policies across industries. This fully remote role allows you to contribute from anywhere while focusing on health, safety, and efficiency in diverse workplaces.

You will analyze current regulations, craft SOPs, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure policies are practical and compliant. The role emphasizes strong data analysis, clear documentation, and effective communication of