Location: Remote / Homebased

Type: Volunteer

Are you passionate about creating a sustainable future? Do you want to leverage your expertise in health, safety, and environmental practices to make a difference in education and poverty alleviation globally? Join us as our Head of Sustainability!

At Project Yananai, as a Christian organisation, we believe that every adult deserves access to quality education/training services and a life free from poverty. Our mission is to empower communities around the world by providing educational opportunities and resources that stimulate growth and foster sustainability. We are looking for an exceptional leader to spearhead our sustainability initiatives, ensuring that our impact is felt not only today but for generations to come.

What You Will Do:

• Lead Sustainability Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy that aligns with our core mission of education and poverty alleviation, ensuring that health, safety, and environmental considerations are integrated into all our programs.
• Policy Development: Establish and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies and protocols across our global operations, promoting best practices in sustainability and compliance.
• Global Collaboration: Work closely with field teams, local communities, and stakeholders to identify sustainability challenges and develop innovative solutions that meet the needs of diverse populations.
• Education and Training: Design and implement training programs for staff and volunteers to cultivate a culture of sustainability within the organization, empowering our teams to prioritize health and safety in all aspects of their work.
• Impact Measurement: Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of our sustainability initiatives, using data to improve practices and communicate our successes to stakeholders and the wider community.
• Advocacy: Act as a representative and advocate for sustainability initiatives within the organisation and externally, building partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organizations to amplify our impact.

Who You Are:

• Experienced Leader: You possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in sustainability management, health, safety, or environmental affairs. Experience within the non-profit sector or in international development is desirable but not essential.
• Strategic Thinker: You have a proven track record of developing and leading sustainability strategies that align with organizational goals and effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Passionate Advocate: Your work is driven by a genuine commitment to social justice, environmental responsibility, and community empowerment.
• Exceptional Communicator: You possess strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner to diverse audiences.
• Culturally Competent: You are comfortable working in diverse cultural settings and have experience collaborating with communities across the globe.

Why Join Us?

• Make a Difference: Play a pivotal role in improving the lives of vulnerable populations and advocating for a sustainable future.
• Dynamic Environment: Work within a passionate team that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration.
• Professional Growth: Access to professional development opportunities and resources to enhance your skills and knowledge in global sustainability.
• Flexible Working Arrangement: As a volunteer enjoy the flexibility of a remote position with opportunities for global travel as you champion sustainability initiatives worldwide.

Ready to Change the World?

If you are excited about the opportunity to lead transformative sustainability efforts in a non-profit environment and help break the cycle of poverty through education, we want to hear from you! 

How to Apply:

Please send your resume, cover letter, and any relevant supporting documents to projects@yananai.org with the subject line "Head of Sustainability" Applications will be accepted until 30th November 2024. 

Join us in creating a brighter, more sustainable future for all!

Project Yananai is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

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