Solid Waste Management Planner/Strategist

Job Summary:

Euro Group For Engineering Consultancy seeking a passionate and experienced Solid Waste Management Planner/Strategist to play a key role in developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic plans, policies, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for integrated solid waste management within the Amana (Municipality) of Taif. In this role, you will ensure alignment with national environmental objectives, address the specific waste management challenges and priorities of the Taif region, and incorporate global best practices in sustainability. A key function is the effective collection, analysis, and interpretation of solid waste management data specific to Taif to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement. You will lead the development of strategic plans that align with national environmental objectives and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) tailored for the unique operational context of the Taif Municipality.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research, collect and analyze data from diverse sources (e.g., solid waste composition studies specific to Taif, recycling rates, landfill capacity, and environmental monitoring data related to solid waste within the Taif region), and perform rigorous needs assessments to identify solid waste management challenges, emerging trends, and opportunities for improvement within the Taif Municipality.
• Lead the development of comprehensive and innovative solid waste management strategies and action plans specifically tailored for the Amana of Taif, incorporating solid waste reduction, reuse, recycling, treatment, resource recovery, and environmentally sound disposal methods.
• Define and establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and targets to track the effectiveness of solid waste management initiatives within the Amana of Taif, develop data collection methodologies to ensure accurate and reliable data, measure progress towards strategic goals in the area of solid waste.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and effective solid waste management practices across all relevant departments and operations of the Taif Municipality.
• Collaborate with relevant departments within the Amana of Taif, as well as external government agencies, private sector partners, community organizations, and international experts to ensure effective plan implementation, knowledge sharing, and alignment of strategic initiatives related to solid waste within the Taif region.
• Monitor performance against KPIs, analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and correlations related to solid waste generation, collection, and processing within Taif, conduct rigorous evaluations of plan effectiveness, identify areas for optimization, and recommend data-driven adjustments to strategies and targets in solid waste management for the Taif Municipality.
• Ensure that all solid waste management activities within the Amana of Taif comply with environmental regulations, permits, and best practices, promoting environmental stewardship and minimizing negative impacts on the Taif region.
• Develop communication strategies to promote awareness of solid waste management initiatives within the Amana of Taif and to encourage community engagement and participation among Taif residents and businesses.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and policy recommendations for senior management within the Amana of Taif, as well as external stakeholders, related to solid waste.
• Analyze diverse data to drive strategic decision-making and optimize solid waste management practices within the context of the Taif Municipality.
• Act as a key player in promoting a culture of sustainability and solid waste reduction throughout the Amana of Taif and within the broader Taif community.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Urban Planning, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field, with a focus on solid waste management and familiarity with the environmental context of Saudi Arabia.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in strategic solid waste management planning, policy development, and project management within a municipal or regional context.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement KPIs and track performance metrics in solid waste management.
• Experience developing and implementing SOPs in solid waste management.
• Expertise in data analysis techniques, statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) relevant to solid waste data specific to urban environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills specifically applied to solid waste challenges faced by municipalities.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills related to solid waste management and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders within the Taif community.
• In-depth knowledge of local environmental regulations, international best practices in solid waste management, and emerging trends in the industry relevant to the Saudi Arabian context.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment focusing on solid waste within the structure of a municipality.
• Strong analytical skills and expertise in data analysis and visualization tools related to solid waste.