Senior Sustainability Consultant

 

Recruiter:

Specd

Job Ref:

JHB001551/JJ

Date posted:

Friday, August 19, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa


JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for a versatile, driven person who can take on challenges and contribute to the growth of the unit. the ideal candidate will be able to work across marketing, business development, client relations and technical spheres.
 
The purpose of this job is to support the development and growth of the sustainability unit and the integration of these services. As well as to support the monitoring of technical advisory work, marketing material, though leadership, research and analysis.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsibilities
  • New business/lead generation
  • Quality control for reporting
  • Ensure report are accurate and at appropriate standard before submission to Associate Director and Director
  • Mentor and guide subordinates and assist with technical queries
  • Build client relationships and portfolio
  • Data analysis and sustainability data modelling
  • Strategic sustainability reporting and risk assessment guidance
  • Keep abreast of regulatory and industry trends in the area of energy, water and climate change to develop strategies
  • Climate change risk assessment
  • Sustainability data analysis including energy modelling and climate modelling
  • Sustainability and climate change reporting
  • Greenhouse gas accounting
  • Carbon target setting and mitigation strategies
  • Strong understanding of climate change and related target-setting methodologies
  • Thorough understanding of SA GHG regulatory environment: GHG Reporting, Carbon Tax, Climate Change Bill
Qualifications and Experience
  • Masters level or working towards Masters level
  • BEng Chemical engineering
  • BEng Environmental engineering
  • BA, BSc Environmental Management
  • BSc Environmental Sciences
  • BA, BSocSci Social Science
  • BSc Atmospheric sciences
  • Economic studies
  • Development studies
  • Hons Sustainability studies / Postgrad sustainability
  • 7-10 years Sustainability consulting experience
  • Climate Change Consulting
  • Greenhouse gas accounting and mitigation experience

 

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