Position Summary Candidate should have extensive work experience in the field of Environmental, sustainability and climate change and have participated in project executions.
Knowledge of Climate Change Policies, reporting standards, GHG Protocol, UNFCCC guidance and IPCC Guidelines.
GHG Verifier will be reporting to Climate change business head and also with global cross-functionality with the VVB (Validation & Verification Bodies).
This role is focused on South Africa & Sub-Sahara Africa and will require to conduct virtual and on-site verification audits, carbon accounting, emissions reduction strategy development, setting and achieving net zero targets, and providing GHG training (training-as and when required).
Should have excellent communication and presentation skills and should be able to liaison and coordinate with the Govt., Private and Investment clients.
A qualified auditor with any accreditation/certification scheme like GHG, ISO 14065, ISO 14067, CDM, etc.
is preferred.
Responsibility and Authority Review the documentation and provide the necessary feedback to the VVB to establish an accurate audit plan and report timelines.
Perform greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions verifications for clients by performing on-site and off-site audits of their operations, processes, and documentation and work in team of auditor and/or lead one.
Respond to VVB and Project Developers queries about V&V reviews in a timely manner.
Draft the relevant documentation the outcomes of the V&V projects.
Maintain the record and documentation of audit for continuation of ISO 14065 accreditation or others.
Assist or/ and deliver public and private greenhouse gas (GHG) trainings for clients.
Support in preparation of project proposals to sales team.
Execute the project with expected results, prepare final reports and can represent the team.
Communicate with various stakeholders internally and externally, project developers, team members, technical experts, etc.
Support business head in preparation of relevant reports such as pipeline updates as and when required.
Support in key client meeting as technical expert.
Education and Experience Minimum of a University degree or equivalent in the field of engineering, natural science, or related discipline 3+ years of professional work.
Priority will be given to any professional qualifications or and experience with GHG audit work.
Location The Candidate can either work from Johannesburg or Cape Town