Remote Sanitation Program Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Competitive salary and bonuses

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Sanitation Program Manager to lead nationwide sanitation initiatives from a remote-first position. You will design, implement, and oversee comprehensive sanitation programs across multiple sites, ensuring health and safety compliance.

The role demands 7+ years of sanitation leadership, strong remote-team management, and expertise in public health and regulatory standards. This Senior position offers remote work flexibility, competitive compensation, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of sanitation management or program leadership.
• Experience with multi-site or remote operations.
• Knowledge of public health and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to lead remote teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage national sanitation programs and strategies.
• Lead a distributed team via virtual communication.
• Enforce hygiene and safety standards across facilities.
• Conduct remote audits and performance reviews.
• Manage budgets, resources, and procurement.
• Keep up with industry best practices and regulatory changes.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Remote team management

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Public health knowledge

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and experienced Remote Sanitation Program Manager to lead their sanitation initiatives across multiple locations, supporting operations that may include facilities in Upington . In this fully remote position, you will design, implement, and oversee comprehensive sanitation programs, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations. Your role will involve managing remote teams, developing best practices, and driving continuous improvement in hygiene standards across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to leverage their expertise in a flexible, remote-first environment, impacting operational excellence and public health.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage national sanitation programs and strategies.
• Lead and manage a distributed team of sanitation professionals through virtual communication.
• Establish and enforce rigorous hygiene and safety standards across all facilities.
• Conduct remote audits and performance reviews to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage budgets, resource allocation, and procurement for sanitation supplies and equipment.
• Stay abreast of evolving industry best practices, technologies, and regulatory changes.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) in sanitation management or program leadership, preferably in a multi-site or remote capacity.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing large-scale sanitation programs.
• Strong understanding of public health, hygiene principles, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage remote teams effectively.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools and project management software.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Complete remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development allowance.
• Opportunity to shape sanitation strategy for a national organization.