What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead and drive the strategic direction of our environmental and social impact programs across Africa.
- Oversee the establishment and management of collection centers and recycling hubs in key regions.
- Develop partnerships with governments, NGOs, and private-sector organizations to scale our reach.
- Ensure the recycling processes are efficient and that the transformation of plastic waste into useful products meets quality and sustainability standards.
- Drive community engagement and empowerment through awareness campaigns and incentive structures.
- Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure the smooth operation of plastic collection and distribution systems.
- Manage a team of regional managers, ensuring that the community-driven model is implemented successfully.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of our programs, reporting on environmental and social outcomes.
- Innovate and explore new recycling technologies and practices to further enhance product value.
- Represent the company at industry events and in discussions with government and community leaders.
- Develop financial strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of the companies’ initiatives.
- Foster a culture of environmental stewardship and social responsibility within the company.
- Proven experience in a leadership role within sustainability, environmental management, or community-based programs.
- In-depth knowledge of recycling processes, waste management, and circular economy principles.
- Experience in managing large-scale community-driven initiatives.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to collaborate with government, NGO, and private-sector partners.
- A passion for social impact, sustainability, and environmental innovation.
- Strategic thinking, with a focus on scaling and expanding operations across Africa.
- Financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and resources efficiently.
- Ability to work in diverse and challenging environments