Forestry Coordinator

Overview:

ZSL recognises the significant threat posed by irresponsible and unsustainable business practice to global biodiversity and the landscapes in which we work. The Business and Biodiversity programmeworks to address these threats and to deliver a ZSL mission target to ensure best practice is business-as-usual in at least 1 million km2 of priority production landscape. SPOTT is ZSL’s flagship initiative to deliver this, addressing the lack of corporate transparency and accountability that hinders progress towards sustainability. Our vision for SPOTT is that companies report transparently on the implementation of best practice and can be held accountable to this.

SPOTT currently monitors 50 oil palm producers representing half of oil palm landbank against a framework of best practice, and provides resources and guidance for the supply chain to monitor and manage risk. SPOTT has over 2600 subscribers, more than 300,000 website views and 6000 unique visitors per month. SPOTT is an established and proven model with a focus on engagement between financiers and producers.

Role Profile:

ZSL’s Business and Biodiversity programme is looking for a thoughtful and proactive individual to join the team. The Forestry Officer will be responsible for the development and management of the SPOTT model for the forestry sector (“SPOTT Forestry”). The Officer will also assist in the development and implementation of ZSL’s Strategy with the forestry sector, providing technical support on forestry-related issues, particularly environmental best practice for production, and representing ZSL in its relationship with relevant industry groups and companies. The position is to start as soon as possible and will be based in the ZSL London offices.

Please see job description for further details on role requirements and expectations.

Person Specification:

• Experience in project management and delivery – ideally content platforms similar to SPOTT – to include associated budget management, staff management and stakeholder relations.
• Proven ability to work effectively with teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent level of work experience in a relevant field.
• Prior experience working in a field relevant to business and biodiversity and/or sustainable commodities, and technical knowledge of environmental best practice within the forestry sector is essential.

Please see the job description on our website for further details on person specification.

To Apply:

Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills). Click the "Apply for this job online" button here. If you have any queries regarding this position or when applying through the system please contact Human Resources.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Friday 15th July 2016.

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