Climate Change Occupational Health
Resume:
STEPHEN MAZONGONDA
CONTACT DETAILS
Address
Environmental Heritage Pvt
Ltd,32 Kitts Close, Acardia,
Harare, Zimbabwe.
Phone number
********@*****.***
PERSONAL DETAILS
• Gender: Male
• Date of Birth: 14 July 1976
• Marital Status: Married
• Nationality: Zimbabwean
• ID Number: 85-001967R85
• Languages: English & Shona
SKILLS
• Corporate Greenhousegas
(GHG) accounting Scope 1, 2
&3.
• Implementation of Climate
Compatible Development
for Corporates to enhance
infrastructure resilience to
climate change risks &
hazards.
• Promoting best
sustainability Practices:-
-Resource Efficiency & Clean
Production (RECP).
-Sustainable Production &
Consumption
-Sustainable energy & Green
Industry
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Environment, Safety &Health, Sustainability and Climate Change professional with over 5 years of expertise in Environmental Sustainability, Occupational Health & Safety Management, Climate change and Low Emission Development Pathways (LEDP). Proficient in ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), and ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) .Promotion of sustainability with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in health, safety, and environmental management. Ensuring Climate Compatible Development [CCD] thus building resilience from climate change risks and hazards for corporates and the wide society. Passionate about fostering carbon emission reduction & offsetting and promoting net zero initiatives for a healthy and safe planet. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
1. Master of Science in Climate Change and Sustainable Development Bindura University of Science Education
2. Master of Science in Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Midlands State University
3. Certificate in Occupational Health, Safety & Environmental Management University of Zimbabwe
4. Certificate in Training Methods
Zimbabwe Republic Police Staff College (An Associate College of the University of Zimbabwe)
5. Bachelor of Science in Geography and Environmental Studies Zimbabwe Open University
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Environment Compliance Officer
Local Authority – [Rushinga Rural District Council] 2024 - Present
• Ensuring businesses, Industries & mining activities are in compliance with Environment & Safety and Health legislation.
• Crafting, implementing & monitoring strategies aimed on promoting environmental sustainability.
• Spearheading the enforcement of local authority environmental by laws to enhance environmental compliance.
• Collating data on Environmental performance and documentation and reporting on key performance Indicators (KPI).
• Ensuring local authority developments are Climate Compatible thus building infrastructure resilience to climate change risks and hazards.
• Coordinating all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health, conservation and renewable energy.
• Environment, Social
Governance ESG Reporting
for Corporates
• Implementing Integrated
Safety, Health Environment
& Quality Management
Systems.
• Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA).
• Strategic Planning
• Team Leadership &
Development
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel,
Word, PowerPoint)
REFERENCES
Mr Zironzo
Department of Accounting
Local Authority [Rushinga Rural
District Council,Chimhanda
Growth
Point,Rushinga,Zimbabwe
Phone: +263-*****-****
Mr Tawanda Collins
Muzamwese
Director and Founder &Chief
Sustainability Consultant
Toxiconsol t/a African
Sustainability Consultant,
Pearl House,61 Samora Michael
Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe.
Phone +263*********
**********@*****.***
Mr. Madzinde
Director – Heritage
Environmental Consultant,
Arcadia, Harare, Zimbabwe
Phone: +263-***-***-***
• Developing & delivering capacity-building workshops, services and training tailored to businesses, local authorities & communities on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
• Liaising & collaborating with relevant regulatory bodies in terms of Environment and safety and health standards [ Environmental Management Agency, Zimbabwe & NSSA’s Occupational Health Factories and Works Inspectorate, Zimbabwe]
• Developing of Local Environmental Action Plans [LEAP] and implementation of the plans to optimize environmental sustainability.
• Spearheading the implementation of sustainable waste management practices & promoting a circular economy approach.
• Evaluating and enhancing Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems (SHEMS) for corporates and ensuring they meet local authority regulatory requirements.
• Leading investigations into workplace accidents and incidents, utilizing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to implement preventive measures.
• Perform fire risk assessments, recommending and enforcing safety measures to minimize fire hazards.
Environment, Safety& Health, and Sustainability Officer [Heritage Environmental Consultant]
[ January 2019 – December 2023]
• Implementing environmental performance metrics for organizations premised on enhancing environmental performance of corporates.
• Undertaking Environmental Impact Assessment [EIA] to mitigate the impacts of development activities on the environment.
• Promoting Climate Compatible Development [CCD] for corporates to enhance climate resilience to climate change risks and hazards thereby minimizing losses from infrastructure damages as a result of climate change.
• Conducting Emission Survey for corporates and ensuring emissions are meeting regulatory standards.
• Carrying out energy and water auditing to reduce carbon footprints of corporates.
• Guiding Corporates in minimizing ecological footprints through Sustainable Production & Consumption
• Crafting of Corporate Environment, Climate Change & Sustainability Strategy
• Guiding corporates in the implementation of sustainable waste management practices and the promotion of a circular economy approach.
• Carrying out corporate sustainability reporting to disclose the impact of organizations on the environment.
• Undertaking education and awareness on climate change mitigation and adaptation for corporates and communities.
• Promotion of carbon offsetting through tree planting activities
• Conducting in-depth occupational hygiene surveys, identifying potential risks related to air quality, noise, and chemical exposure.
• Evaluating and enhancing the performance of Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems (SHEMS) of organizations and ensuring the implementation of best practices.
• Crafting of Corporates Safety and Healthy policies.
• Undertaking Risk Assessment and Management for Corporates
• Undertaking fire risk assessments, recommending and enforcing necessary precautions to minimize fire hazards.
• Educating corporates on emergency preparedness and response, ensuring a well-trained workforce capable of handling crises effectively. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• Excellent Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication abilities for clear and effective interaction.
• Team Player & Time Management – Highly collaborative with excellent time management skills.
• Exceptional Interpersonal & Organizational Abilities – Skilled in coordinating tasks and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Advanced Research Skills – Strong analytical capabilities for conducting in-depth research.
• In-depth Legal & Regulatory Knowledge – Well-versed in legal systems, regulatory frameworks, and environmental enforcement.
• Inspirational Leadership – Ability to engage and inspire teams in the development of ideas and strategic projects.
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