Welcome Lionel and thank you for the detailed post!
Based on your expertise as a Climate and Sustainability Specialist, your occupation may align with one of the following ANZSCO codes (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations). These codes are critical for identifying your profession when applying for skilled migration visas and may influence the via migration options available to you.
Can you review the role descriptions I have linked to see which of these might be most closely aligned?
1. ANZSCO Code 234311 – Environmental Consultant
- This is the most relevant code for professionals involved in sustainability, climate change, and sustainable development initiatives.
- Description: Identifies and advises on environmental issues such as climate change, sustainability, and environmental protection.
- Skill Level: Requires a bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Assessing Authority: VETASSESS is the relevant assessing authority for this occupation.
Learn more about Environmental Consultant (234311) here:
2. ANZSCO Code 234312 – Environmental Scientist
- Suitable for individuals involved in researching and providing scientific advice on climate-related topics, environmental management, and sustainability solutions.
- Description: Studies environmental systems and applies scientific knowledge to address environmental concerns like pollution, waste management, and sustainable development.
- Skill Level: Requires a bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Assessing Authority: VETASSESS.
Learn more about Environmental Scientist (234312) here:
3. ANZSCO Code 139913 – Environmental Manager
- For professionals overseeing the implementation of sustainable practices in organizations, often managing sustainability-related programs.
- Description: Develops, implements, and monitors environmental and sustainability programs within an organization.
- Skill Level: Requires a bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Assessing Authority: VETASSESS.
Learn more about Environmental Manager (139913) here:
Once we have locked in the most appropriate occupation, we can dig into the visa options.
If none of these seem to fit, the complete list of codes can be found here: ANZSCO Occupation Codes
All the best
Mark
abs.gov.au
Unit Group 2343 Environmental Scientists
Environmental Scientists study, develop, implement and advise on policies and plans for managing and protecting the environment, flora, fauna and other natural resources.