Sustainability Consultant

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. As we navigate an increasingly complex world, we are dedicated to ensuring that the systems on which communities and economies depend can adapt and thrive. Each role within our organization contributes to this mission, reinforcing our commitment to high ethical standards and the importance of trust.

Our strategy, the Next Era for PwC Africa, is all about generating and sustaining momentum. PwC brings together unique combinations of people, powered by technology, galvanizing ourselves as a community of solvers to outthink, outpace and outperform. The foundation of the strategy is our multidisciplinary model, which allows us to help clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes by bringing together deep expertise across a broad range of capabilities. It is this combination of capabilities and the ability to look at things from different perspectives that is so essential to delivering high quality and real impacts for clients, stakeholders and society at large in Africa and globally.

Role: Sustainability is one of the most prominent topics in current political and economic discourse. Our Sustainability and Climate Change (S&CC) team provides assurance on key non-financial and sustainability performance indicators and assist clients and statutory audit teams on matters related to safety, health and environment (SHE), with a focus on decommissioning.

Experience in auditing sustainable development, financial and non-financial data, providing assurance of sustainability reports, integrated reports, and other relevant related standards in accordance with ISAE 3000 and others will be to your advantage . Will also involve the auditing of systems, controls and quantitative and qualitative data and information.

Additional : Supporting the broader team on methodolog ies will involve developing tools and techniques, presenting on internal training, being part of internal teams to evolve and develop this specialty and being the technical support to specific engagements.

Specific outputs with regard to client assignments include:

• Ensuring proper planning and documentation of fieldwork.

• Managing teams.

• Identifying weaknesses in procedures, systems and controls.

• Assessing and analysing information obtained and interpreting findings.

• Performing gap analysis between current state and desired future state.

• Attending and documenting meetings with Senior Execs and Board members.

• Compiling management reports.

• Leading site visits.

• Coaching junior team members

• Delivering value added services to clients.

• Building and maintaining relationships with clients.
  

We’re looking for:

A BCom / BSc degree, preferably with Honours or Masters in:

• Social Science ( e.g. Sociology, Economics, Geography)

• Environmental Science ( e.g. Geography, Geology, Geophysics, Environmental Science/Management, Climate Science, Hydrogeology, Hydrology)

3-5 years working experience in related fields; i.e. sustainability and non-financial assurance , decommissioning , mine closure and site restoration.

Our team includes people with a wide range of experience and qualifications (including environmental scientists, economists, social scientists and chartered accountants). You will be well-placed to learn from all of them and arm yourself with the skills and experience to forge an exciting career in sustainability.

We looking for s trong technical skills in the area of sustainability principles , s trong interpersonal and communication skills, including written documents , a bility to work under pressure , a ttention to detail and willingness to work overtime , b uilding and sustaining relationships , l eading and contributing to team success , d eveloping self and others through coaching , a cquiring and applying commercial and technical expertise , b eing curious – learning, sharing and innovating , d emonstrating courage and integrity , and w illing to travel .

PwC Values: Our five core values guide our actions and define who we are. To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us needs to be an authentic and inclusive leader. We therefore look for candidates with behaviors that align with PwC Professional attributes.

We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, energy, and an inquisitive mind. You should be prepared to learn a lot in a short space of time and apply yourself with commitment and determination to both clients and internal projects.

We emphasize building trust through professionalism, ethical behavior, and a commitment to quality in all our interactions, whether with clients, colleagues, or the broader community. We respect privacy and confidentiality, and we strive for transparency in our operations, demonstrating care and integrity in our relationships.

As part of our human-led, tech-powered approach, we empower our people through technology and foster an environment were speaking up is encouraged, and diverse perspectives are celebrated. By embodying these principles in our daily work, we can collectively drive impactful outcomes that resonate with our clients and society as a whole. Together, let's embrace our purpose and values to create meaningful change.