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Sustainability and compliance specialist managing EPR documentation and portal submissions for cross-border e-commerce clients.

South Africa
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At ECOCERT SOUTH AFRICA, I led and developed the organic export certification team, managing workflows, training, and performance. I also managed organic export certification against EU/USDA/NOP standards using the USDA Organic INTEGRITY Database (OID) and EU’s TRACES system.

As Transaction Certificate (Export) Officer at ECOCERT SOUTH AFRICA, I prepared and issued organic transaction certificates aligned with EU/USDA standards. I streamlined documentation workflows and resolved discrepancies to reduce processing delays.

In my current remote contract as a Compliance Specialist (Extended Producer Responsibility), I maintain EPR records for cross-border e-commerce clients and coordinate data for reporting and audits. I also support portal registrations, filings, and reporting across jurisdictions.

My earlier roles included operational management and sales at Enmasse Tea Merchants, where I managed inventory and reduced waste, and floor management at Beluga Restaurant. I hold an Advanced Diploma and a Diploma in Environmental Management from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, and I am a Bachelor of Science Honors candidate in Environmental Management at University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Compliance Specialist (Extended Producer Responsibility)

Remote Contract

Nov 2026 - Present (0 months)

Maintain and update EPR compliance documentation and records for cross-border e-commerce clients, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness. Coordinate data collection for EPR reporting and audits, and support registration, filing, and reporting on EPR portals across multiple jurisdictions.

EA

Organic Export Manager

ECOCERT South Africa

Apr 2025 - Aug 2026 (1 year 4 months)

Led and developed the organic export certification team, managing workflow, training, and performance. Managed the full cycle of organic export certification, ensuring 100% compliance with EU/USDA/NOP standards and serving as the primary authority on organic regulatory frameworks.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Africa logoUA

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Science Honors, Environmental Management

Bachelor of Science Honors (Candidate) in Environmental Management with a focus on Environmental Monitoring.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology logoCT

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Advanced Diploma, Environmental Management

Advanced Diploma in Environmental Management.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology logoCT

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Diploma, Environmental Management

Diploma in Environmental Management.

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Software and tools used professionally

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