Environmental Manager

Overview

Lead Environmental Excellence at the Heart of Africa’s Mining Sector. This role requires a seasoned environmental professional who can develop strategy, ensure compliance, and lead environmental governance across multiple sites. You will manage a team, oversee key environmental programs, and partner with authorities, stakeholders, and internal teams to uphold the highest standards of sustainability.

• Environmental Strategy & Governance:
  • Develop and implement corporate environmental strategies and action plans.
  • Lead sustainable procurement initiatives for all goods and services.
  • Establish and manage environmental policies, practices, and management systems.
• Regulatory Compliance & Engagement:
  • Ensure compliance with national (DRC), UN, and international environmental regulations.
  • Liaise with authorities, regulatory bodies, and public institutions.
  • Coordinate environmental public hearings, consultations, and external engagements.
• Environmental Operations & Monitoring:
  • Oversee pollution control, waste management, recycling, and conservation activities.
  • Manage renewable energy integration and environmental health programs.
  • Conduct environmental audits, impact assessments, and risk analysis.
  • Report on environmental performance to internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Sustainability Leadership:
  • Promote environmental awareness across all organizational levels.
  • Drive corporate, ethical, and social responsibility initiatives.
  • Set and track sustainability targets and ensure effective delivery.
• Training & Capacity Building:
  • Train staff at all levels on environmental responsibilities.
  • Support education, research, and continuous improvement programs.
• Reporting & Cost Management:
  • Lead the preparation of environmental reports.
  • Negotiate service agreements, monitor costs, and manage environmental budgets.

• PhD or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Background in ESG practices (Environmental, Social, and Governance).
• Preferred academic backgrounds include:
• Bioscience;
• Earth sciences;
• Ecology;
• Environmental engineering;
• Environmental health;
• Energy studies; and/or
• Sustainability-focused engineering.

• Strong leadership and change management capabilities
• Ability to manage stakeholder and client relationships
• Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Analytical thinker with problem‑solving capability
• Initiative‑driven with a systems‑thinking approach
• High commercial awareness
• Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
• Self‑motivated and able to motivate teams at all levels
• Presentation and project management skills
• Ability to build effective internal and external networks

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