Sustainability and Compliance Manager - CSD at South African Reserve Bank

Brief description

• The main purpose of this position is to develop, implement and monitor sustainability and compliance strategies that align with global best practices; ensure adherence to environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards; and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainable practices into core business functions.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Contribute to the development of the Divisional Operational Plan and manage the implementation thereof in the Sustainability and Compliance Section of the Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Division.
• Plan, organise and manage outputs of the Sustainability and Compliance Section.
• Design, develop and implement sustainability frameworks, policies and procedures, ensuring the integration of sustainability principles and ISO 14001 into all business processes to reduce environmental impact, and develop effective tools and systems to monitor performance.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for environmental reporting and assurance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainable practices into core business functions.
• Ensure compliance with local, national and international environmental and sustainability regulations and standards.
• Establish and maintain an environmental legal register to ensure compliance with legal requirements and stay up to date on relevant changes in sustainability-related legislation and initiatives, including international legislation, where applicable.
• Develop and deliver awareness programmes on sustainability policies, procedures and practices to staff at all levels.
• Advise key internal stakeholders on sustainability matters and conduct research on environmental sustainability issues, concerns or stakeholder interests.
• Ensure the implementation of the Environmental Management System in accordance with ISO 14001:2015, focusing specifically on the identification of significant environmental aspects and impacts for the various operations of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).
• Ensure the development, implementation and maintenance of environmental documentation and records for compliance purposes.
• Manage sustainability assessments, ensuring that they are conducted in line with standards, and review assessment reports for all projects to ensure that the sustainability principles are incorporated accordingly.
• Collaborate, influence and advise on procurement and supply chain processes to improve the sustainability of the supply chain, minimise environmental impact and drive sustainable procurement.
• Identify and assess sustainability and compliance risks within business operations and facilitate the development of mitigation strategies for identified risks, ensuring adherence to all standards.
• Manage internal assessment or review processes to ensure that operations meet compliance and sustainability standards.
• Drive innovation in sustainability best practices and reporting frameworks.
• Manage the performance and development of the team.

Qualifications
Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• an Honour’s degree (NQF 8) in Environmental Science, Sustainability or a related field;
• registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a Certificated Natural Scientist;
• 8 to 10 years’ experience in sustainability or environmental management, ideally within the built environment or corporate real estate;
• five years’ experience in a management position;
• a proven track record in managing projects with a social or environmental focus; and
• a proven people management experience.

The following would be an added advantage:

• a Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability or a related field; and
• affiliation with the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI).

Additional requirements include:

• budgeting and reporting skills;
• continuous improvement knowledge and skill;
• problem-solving and analytical skills;
• thorough and current knowledge of sustainability practices and applicable laws and regulations;
• ability to analyse and understand research and identify relevant and valuable information;
• excellent organisational skills and attention to detail;
• strong understanding of sustainability frameworks, local regulations and global environmental standards;
• judgement and decision-making skills;
• planning and organisational skills;
• the ability to build and maintain relationships;
• a drive for results;
• effective written and verbal communication skills;
• ability to work in a team;
• resilience and flexibility; and
• impact and influence.

Deadline:29th January,2026