THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in forestry, Environmental Science, Biodiversity, Natural Resource Economic, Agricultural Science, Agriculture Economic, or equivalent. A graduate degree would be advantageous

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in the Forestry, Environmental Science, Biodiversity, Natural Resource Economic, Agricultural Economic, preferably focusing on sustainability, environment, and/or certification schemes.

Technical and Professional Knowledge

• Familiar with the technical aspects of the High Conservation Value (HCV) concept and application, conservation management, natural resource management, sustainable livelihoods. On the ground experience of the above would be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of sustainable standards (e.g., RSPO, FSC, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and/or projects

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with different stakeholders.
• A high proficiency in English with good communication skills.
• Ability in establishing cooperation and rapport with internal and external parties of different backgrounds and/or nationalities.
• High integrity and a good team player.
• Goal-oriented and organised.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Ability to be flexible on the implementation of projects and meet given deadlines.
• Strong strategic thinking skills.