POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert – Jakarta, Indonesia
Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for the Jakarta-based position of Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert. The responsibilities, duties, and qualifications are described in the attached position description.
GENERAL:
Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. Winrock matches innovative approaches in agriculture, natural resources management, clean energy, and leadership development with the unique needs of its partners. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants should go to HERE to the Jobs link and submit a current resume and cover letter referencing “Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert”by June 30, 2015.
Winrock thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert
LOCATION: Jakarta, Indonesia
Department: Forestry and Natural Resource Management Unit
Reports to: Chief of Party
POSITION SUMMARY
Winrock International is recruiting an Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert around an anticipated USAID-funded project. This position will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The anticipated project will address the constellation of market forces, financial incentives, policy levers, social norms and values driving deforestation and biodiversity loss in Indonesia in order to promote changes in individual and organizational behavior to reduce greenhouse gas GHG emissions and conserve valuable marine and terrestrial biodiversity nationwide. The Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert is expected to guide technical program activities in the palm oil sector by working in close partnership with the private sector, signatories of the Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge, Government of Indonesian Ministries, relevant business associations such as the Chamber of Commerce (KADIN) and the Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI), and major Indonesian banks. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supporting the Ministry of Agriculture and relevant partners in development, promotion, and adoption of the Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) mandatory sustainability standard and to engage in development of best practices, policies, and standards for plasm or smallholder suppliers.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert – Jakarta, Indonesia
Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for the Jakarta-based position of Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert. The responsibilities, duties, and qualifications are described in the attached position description.
GENERAL:
Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. Winrock matches innovative approaches in agriculture, natural resources management, clean energy, and leadership development with the unique needs of its partners. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants should go to HERE to the Jobs link and submit a current resume and cover letter referencing “Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert”by June 30, 2015.
Winrock thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert
LOCATION: Jakarta, Indonesia
Department: Forestry and Natural Resource Management Unit
Reports to: Chief of Party
POSITION SUMMARY
Winrock International is recruiting an Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert around an anticipated USAID-funded project. This position will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The anticipated project will address the constellation of market forces, financial incentives, policy levers, social norms and values driving deforestation and biodiversity loss in Indonesia in order to promote changes in individual and organizational behavior to reduce greenhouse gas GHG emissions and conserve valuable marine and terrestrial biodiversity nationwide. The Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert is expected to guide technical program activities in the palm oil sector by working in close partnership with the private sector, signatories of the Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge, Government of Indonesian Ministries, relevant business associations such as the Chamber of Commerce (KADIN) and the Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI), and major Indonesian banks. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supporting the Ministry of Agriculture and relevant partners in development, promotion, and adoption of the Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) mandatory sustainability standard and to engage in development of best practices, policies, and standards for plasm or smallholder suppliers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the Ministry of Agriculture and relevant partners in development, promotion, and adoption of the Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) sustainability standard.
- Build capacity for core actors to make sound, informed decisions.
- Examine and strengthen specific ISPO sustainability standards.
- Assist in facilitating the adaptation of best practices by companies, government stakeholders, and financial institutions.
- Leverage successes in other extractive forest industries, including pulp and paper, to coordinate opportunities.
- Engage in development and support of national sustainability standards, policies, and best practices for palm oil plasma or smallholder suppliers.
- Assist large palm oil companies in promoting best management practices for smallholders and other suppliers operating in their area, including developing and organizing pilot programs.
- Support for developing smallholder capacities to conduct low cost compliance audits.
- Travel within Indonesia on visits expected to be 1-2 weeks long;
- Hold weekly project update meetings with the Indonesia Team Leader, based in Jakarta;
- Oversee project activities to ensure smooth management and timely implementation;
- Closely follow the implementation plan and monitor each deliverable;
- Represent Winrock at meetings and conferences as needed, in a professional manner;
- Address and proactively identify problems and challenges.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
- 10 years of relevant experience in palm oil and other agribusiness sector with a deep understanding of issues around sustainability.
- Palm / rubber / cocao / forest products sector experience.
- Experience working with businesses to incorporate sustainability into production.
- Knowledgeable of current government, donor, and private sector initiatives, such as Forest Investment Program (FIP), Norwegian government’s REDD+ investments, Indonesia Palm Oil Pledge, ect.
- Familiar with industry certification standards such as Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) initiative and Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).
- Experience facilitating meetings and consensus building.
- Ability to build and maintain strong and effective relationships with multiple stakeholders in Indonesia.
- Exposure to “green lending” and related practices across financial institutions an asset.
- Exceptional communication skills, including writing.
- Fluent in Bahasa and English strongly preferred.
- Master’s Degree in Agriculture, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, International Development, or related field.
How to apply:
Applicants should go to HERE to the Jobs link and submit a current resume and cover letter referencing “Indonesia Palm Oil Sustainability Expert”by June 30, 2015.