Sustainability Manager (French/ Engineering / Environmental / Decarbonization / Management / Sustainability) – East Africa

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Job Description:

Our client, a global company, is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead and drive the organization’s environmental initiatives. This role ensures alignment with both business strategy and global environmental standards. The Sustainability Manager will oversee environmental performance, decarbonization efforts and sustainable development while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The role involves engaging with external stakeholders and managing teams to achieve sustainability objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead environmental projects across their various phases. Ensuring adherence to approved scope, quality, budget and timelines.  
• Ensure efficient management of both groundwater and surface water in all operational areas.
• Lead the development and execution of the environmental and decarbonization strategy.
• Represent the company in interactions with local and regional authorities, non-governmental organizations and other external partners.
• Represent the company in interactions with local and regional authorities, non-governmental organizations, and other external partners.
• Take accountability for closure studies and activities related to readiness for site closure.
• Ensure alignment with environmental quietus and legal framework, particularly for water management and closure planning.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• French Speaking (Mandatory)
• Master’s degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of senior-level experience in environmental management or sustainability leadership.
• Proven expertise in project management and compliance with environmental regulations
• Familiarity with ESG reporting standards and GISTM implementation
• Experience collaborating with international frameworks and stakeholders.
• Female applicants are encouraged to apply in line with the companies diversification targets.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent position
• Market related salary
• Career progression opportunities

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Aurelien Bouic at [email protected]

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Aurelien Bouic

Manager: Francophone & Latin American Region      

CA Mining

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