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Direshni Naiker

Direshni Naiker

Environmental Sustainability Specialist
Pretoria

Summary

Environmental Sustainability Specialist Highly experienced professional with over 15 years of expertise in environmental science, sustainability, and climate change mitigation and adaptation. Proven track record in policy analysis, program and project management, and community development. Skilled in stakeholder engagement and collaboration with diverse groups, driving initiatives that promote environmental resilience and long-term sustainability. Proficient in systems thinking, monitoring, evaluation, and the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Adept at disaster risk reduction, pollution management, and unlocking sustainable financing opportunities for green initiatives. Committed to leveraging innovative solutions and research to advance environmental sustainability goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Consultant

GAIA Conscious Consulting
Pretoria
01.2018 - 01.2025

Eco-Labelling Manager

AGREMENT SA
01.2020 - 01.2021

Environmental Analyst

Belgotex
01.2014 - 01.2018

Quality Officer

Shoreline Beverages
01.2013 - 01.2014

Quality Officer

Microfoods
01.2009 - 01.2012

Education

BSc Honours - Environmental Management

UNISA

BSc - Environmental Science/Microbiology

UKZN

Skills

  • Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting

  • Carbon Tax Liability Reporting

  • Sustainability Reporting

  • Energy Management Systems

  • Environmental Management Systems

  • Quality Management Systems

  • Social Management Systems

  • ISO 14000

  • ISO 17020

  • ISO 17065

  • ISO 9001

  • RECP

  • Sustainability Strategy

  • Environmental Building Certifications

  • Environmental Product Certifications

  • Project Management

  • LCA

  • LCCMM

  • Water Footprinting

  • Enterprise Environmental Management Information Systems

  • Marketing of Sustainability Agenda

  • Adaptability

  • Analytical Skills

  • Change Management

  • Multi-tasking

  • Written Communication

  • Verbal Communication

  • Ability to Work Under Pressure

  • Responsibility

  • Integrity

  • Strategic Thinking

  • Innovative Thinking

Timeline

Eco-Labelling Manager

AGREMENT SA
01.2020 - 01.2021

Principal Consultant

GAIA Conscious Consulting
01.2018 - 01.2025

Environmental Analyst

Belgotex
01.2014 - 01.2018

Quality Officer

Shoreline Beverages
01.2013 - 01.2014

Quality Officer

Microfoods
01.2009 - 01.2012

BSc - Environmental Science/Microbiology

UKZN

BSc Honours - Environmental Management

UNISA
Direshni NaikerEnvironmental Sustainability Specialist