Compliance Officer (Agriculture)

The Sustainability Initiative of South Africa (SIZA) is a leading, industry-driven non-profit organisation committed to promoting ethical labour practices, environmental stewardship, and sustainable agricultural production throughout South Africa. They are looking for a passionate, motivated, and technically competent Compliance Officer to join their dynamic team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to making a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector by supporting producers in implementing sustainable environmental practices and maintaining market-ready compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Implement and support SIZA’s Social (Ethical) and Environmental Standards and sustainability programmes.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to suppliers to achieve and maintain social and environmental compliance.
  • Interpret and implement social and environmental legislation, policies, and recognised best practices.
  • Review Social and Environmental Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs) and assess compliance against SIZA requirements.
  • Conduct on-site farm assessments, verifications, and inspections in both social and environmental compliance requirements across South Africa.
  • Present training sessions, workshops, and webinars to suppliers and industry stakeholders on the SIZA programmes.
  • Develop and maintain training manuals, guidance documents, policies, newsletters, and technical articles.
  • Assist with the planning, implementation, oversight and follow-up of the SIZA Emerging Producers Programme.
  • Be able to review and identify Best Practices of suppliers and review them on the MySIZA platform.
  • Maintain accurate digital records and oversee information management on SIZA’s shared platforms.
  • Support stakeholder communication, engagement activities, and general office administration.
  • Confidently engage with suppliers on sustainability topics and assist with implementing practices to support continuous improvement.
  • Stay informed of emerging labour and environmental legislation, international sustainability trends, and market requirements.

Requirements:

  • Hold a B Degree in Labour or Environmental Law and Agriculture.
  • Have at least 3 years of agriculture experience or a postgraduate qualification.
  • Be willing to travel across the country and outside of working hours.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of agricultural practices and South African legislation.
  • Display strong attention to detail and the ability to manage and analyse data.
  • Knowledge and proficiency in Excel, databases, and data management systems to handle digital records and information.
  • Problem-solving skills to identify challenges and drive the implementation of compliance systems.
  • Exhibit the ability to present to and engage with large groups effectively.
  • Possess excellent written and oral communication skills in both Afrikaans and English.
  • Have outstanding interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
  • Adaptability and continuous learning abilities.
  • Be willing to work from the company office in Somerset West and travel as required (This position is office-based and does not offer remote working).

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  • a covering letter motivating the application
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  • availability
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If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

 

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