Sustainability Consultant (ESG Focused)

Sustainability Consultant (ESG Focused); Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking an ESG Specialist to join our Shared Value and Sustainability Department. Under the Manager: Social Programs and ESG, you will support the operationalisation and implementation of the Group’s ESG Strategic Framework and coordinate ESG activities and reporting.

You will provide subject matter guidance to the ESG Committee, translate frameworks into actionable insights, and assist business units in monitoring ESG/ESD initiatives and governance reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in ESG or related fields.
• Relevant qualification (NQF Level 6+).
• Experience with ESG reporting and governance reporting.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support operationalising and implementation of the Group’s ESG Strategic Framework.
• Coordinate ESG activities and reporting across the Group.
• Provide subject matter guidance to ESG governance and committees.
• Translate frameworks into actionable ESG insights for cross-functional teams.
• Assist BUs to monitor and measure ESG/ESD initiatives and governance reports.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Data dashboards

Reporting systems

Monitoring & Evaluation

Education

NQF level 6

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Sustainability

Job description

Join as our new ESG Specialist andbecome the funky force driving positive change across the Group!

We’re not just ticking boxes — we’re building a bolder, brighter, more sustainable future. If you’re passionateabout ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance), love turning strategy intoimpact, and get a kick out of blending data smarts with meaningful socialprojects, this role was made for you.

Overview:

We are looking for an individual with strong communication and analytic skills to join our Shared Value and Sustainability Department as ESG specialist. Under the leadership of Manager: Social Programs and ESG, you will be responsible for supporting the effective operationalising and implementation of the Group’s ESG Strategic Framework. You will also be responsible for the coordination, reporting and in certain instances the execution of ESG activities for the Group in accordance with the approved ESG policy, operational and execution plan.

Responsibilities:

• Working under the leadership of the General Manager: Shared Value and Sustainability, bring on board ESG specialist capabilities to support the implementation of the Group’s ESG Strategic Framework and applicable policies.
• Implement the ESG and ESD operational plan in line with the approved business objectives.
• Provide technical support into the execution of Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) programmes to achieve social impact objectives.
• Gather learnings and insights, for relevant ESG and ESD programs nationally and internationally.
• Provide subject matter expert guidance to the ESG Committee in the execution of the Group’s ESG Strategic Framework.
• Provide input and recommendations to the cross-functional teams to inform the identification of opportunities, assessment of ESG related risks to enable the integration of ESG activities into the day-to-day operations of the business.
• Assist various BUs to monitor and measure their ESG and ESD initiatives and furthermore provide meaningful input into the required governance reports e.g. Social and Ethics etc.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification (NQF level 6minimum, Bachelor’s degree preferred in Environmental Science, Sustainability,or related field)
• Minimum 5 years workingexperience, especially in the ESG or related fields
• Registered EAP or Pr.Sci.Nat.(advantageous)
• ESG frameworks, standards and reportingrequirements
• Analytical and research skills,
• Ability to translate frameworks into actionable insights
• Extensive knowledge of ESG and ESD tactics
• Experience working with data, dashboardsand reporting systems
• Monitoring and Evaluation of ESGinitiatives
• Valid Driver’s License