Volunteer Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Company Description - IIHSE Volunteer Country Ambassadors

This is a voluntary role that requires about 23 hours of work per week.

IIHSE International Institute of Health, Safety and Environment is a global umbrella organization for occupational health, safety, and environmental (HSE) professionals. It brings together experts, companies, universities, and institutes with the aim of promoting best practices in occupational health, safety, and environmental management.

Our mission is to support the professional development of HSE specialists, enhance the exchange of knowledge and experience at national and international levels, and foster collaboration across institutions and industries. Through education, certification, research, and advocacy, we strive to create healthier and safer workplaces, strengthen environmental sustainability, and contribute to the adoption of high standards worldwide.

Our vision is to become one of the world's leading reference institutions in health, safety, and environment, contributing to shaping the future through global solidarity and collaboration among professionals.

In line with these goals, IIHSE serves as an independent platform that strengthens professional solidarity, provides resources for career development, and builds an international network for HSE specialists.

Role Description

This is a remote volunteer role for the IIHSE Country Ambassador.

The Country Ambassador represents IIHSE in their respective country and acts as a bridge between local professionals and the international HSE community. Responsibilities include:

• Promoting IIHSE's mission and activities at the national level
• Building and coordinating a local volunteer network of HSE professionals
• Engaging with universities, institutions, and companies to foster collaboration
• Supporting IIHSE educational programs, webinars, and research projects
• Monitoring local developments in health, safety, and environment and reporting to IIHSE
• Acting as a liaison between IIHSE and local stakeholders, promoting professional solidarity and knowledge-sharing

Qualifications

• Strong background in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) or Occupational Health & Safety, with minimum 15 years of professional experience in the industry, including experience at managerial or director level.
• Experience as a university-level academic or professor in HSE-related disciplines is an advantage.
• Experience in professional organizations, networks, or community initiatives is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or similar) is beneficial.
• Good command of English or Turkish is preferred. They should have native-level proficiency in the country's official language.

For more information about IIHSE and our activities, please visit our website and social media channels.