Sustainability Project Lead (Hybrid, Community Impact)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Sustainability Project Coordinator in Polokwane to lead environmental projects from concept through delivery. You will coordinate budgets, timelines, and stakeholder engagement with a focus on conservation and sustainable livelihoods for local communities.

The role requires a bachelor’s in an environmental field and at least 4 years of project experience, plus strong communication and collaboration skills to work with government bodies and communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental field required.
• 4+ years of project coordination or management experience.
• Strong sustainability knowledge and environmental management.
• Experience budgeting and reporting on projects.
• Excellent communication and community engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of sustainability projects (reforestation, waste management, renewables).
• Engage with local communities, government bodies, and stakeholders to foster collaboration.
• Develop proposals, budgets, and timelines; secure resources and approvals.
• Conduct environmental assessments and feasibility studies for new initiatives.
• Organize workshops, training sessions, and campaigns on sustainability topics.
• Track progress, measure impact, and prepare reports for stakeholders.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage resources including personnel, equipment, and finances.
• Stay updated on sustainability best practices and policies.
• Promote the organization’s mission within the Limpopo region.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Sustainability Project Coordinator in Polokwane to lead environmental projects from concept through delivery. You will coordinate budgets, timelines, and stakeholder engagement with a focus on conservation and sustainable livelihoods for local communities.

The role requires a bachelor’s in an environmental field and at least 4 years of project experience, plus strong communication and collaboration skills to work with government bodies and communities.