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SMALLHOLDERS PROGRAMME MANAGER (LATAM)

LOCATION OF POSITION

Bogota, Colombia

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

The Smallholder Manager will be responsible to develop, manage and execute projects related to smallholders’ development program in LatAm. Focussing on supporting RSPO’s goal towards increased production of RSPO certified sustainable palm oil keeping line at all times with the objectives of the RSPO Smallholder Strategy.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To manage and ensure the implementation of RSPO’s Smallholder Development Programs are in line with the Smallholder Strategy’s goal and objectives. This includes planning, budgeting, reporting, monitoring and supervision of staff and external consultants.
  • Coordinating and facilitating the decision-making process on any issues related to smallholders’ program/activities.
  • To develop & foster relations with stakeholders involved in the Smallholder’s Development program ensuring that relevant targets are met.
  • To oversee and link RSPO with other stakeholder initiatives on smallholder development projects/programs, where relevant.
  • Establish and set up linking and learning platforms that promote Smallholder exchange of knowledge and information.
  • To ensure development and maintenance of accessible data/information on RSPO certified smallholders in LatAm.
  • Ensure response to members’ inquiries on matters related to smallholders’ issues/matters is handled and responded in a timely manner.

Apart from the duties stated above, to perform any duty or duties reasonably assigned.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

  • Degree in Rural Development, Environmental Management or Community Development.
  • More than 7 years’ experience in managerial level in relevant organization or companies.
  • Working experience in palm oil industry is an advantage.

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

  • Smallholder developmental agenda, including but not limited on agronomic, environmental and social, livelihood issues.
  • Good understanding on RSPO’s Smallholder certification process, farming and supply chains.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and/or projects.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with different stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in English with good communication skills.
  • Ability in establishing cooperation and rapport with internal and external parties of different backgrounds and/or nationalities.
  • Strong strategic and managerial skills.
  • Conscientious and willing to take responsibility.
  • High integrity and a good team player.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

Your commitment and passion to drive innovation will be rewarded with a highly lucrative remuneration package. Operating within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you will enjoy functioning within a role which offers the opportunity to broaden your skill set and develop your capabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are invited send in their most updated CV giving comprehensive details of education with emphasis on related achievements to careers@rspo.org

STRATEGIC STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS EXECUTIVE (2 YEARS CONTRACT)

LOCATION OF POSITION

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

Execute and monitor RSPO engagement activities targeted to improve relationship and understanding of different stakeholder categories need. The incumbent will assist the Director ~Strategic Stakeholder Relations in coordinating stakeholder engagement activities and its activities, primarily in communication, record of engagement activities, follow-up with the stakeholders and to assist in reporting and its relevant update.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Help to facilitate and coordinate strategic stakeholder relations (SSR) engagement activities.
  • Monitor and keep track of the Strategic stakeholder engagement related matters.
  • Act as the focal communication point with the stakeholders especially with regard to the information to be prepared prior, during and post engagement.
  • Monitoring of SSR activities, ensuring the minutes/meeting notes is timely, work plans, report writing, preparing presentations, and updating all related system folders accordingly.
  • Prepare relevant materials or specific engagement purposes.
  • Maintain and update stakeholder map on timely basis, ensure progress are recorded and action points are followed up.
  • Ensure assurance data/information in the impact report is accurately captured and reported.
  • Provide support to the department to implement programmes and meet the objectives set in the RSPO Roadmap and other management plans and decisions.
  • Assist in the relevant outreach programs or other workshops organised by the SSR unit or other departments.
  • Carry out any other tasks deemed necessary by the Strategic Stakeholder Relations Director and COO.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

  • Bachelor Degree in Human Relations or relevant discipline
  • At least 1 to 2 years working experience
  • Preferably with experience with policy and development background

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

  • Familiarity with G-Suite (Docs, Spreadsheets, Drives, etc.)
  • Ability to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively
  • Excellent communication skills, including writing, proofreading skills and speaking.
  • Excellent organization skills and experience with project management.
  • Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and work assignments from a variety of divisions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone with high professionalism.
  • Ability to accomplish projects with little supervision.
  • Fantastic customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.
  • Ability to lead others by influence and develop strong relationships across the organization
  • Proficiency in English with good writing and communication skills.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

Your commitment and passion to drive innovation will be rewarded with a highly lucrative remuneration package. Operating within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you will enjoy functioning within a role which offers the opportunity to broaden your skill set and develop your capabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are invited send in their most updated CV giving comprehensive details of education with emphasis on related achievements to careers@rspo.org

SENIOR EXECUTIVE ~ ASSURANCE DATA ANALYST

LOCATION OF POSITION

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

The incumbent will ensure the accuracy of the collected assurance data, develop analysis and reporting capabilities. The collected data will be transformed into information, information into insight and insight into business decisions. The incumbent will also monitor performance and quality control plans to identify improvements.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To maintain and improve the assurance databases and its platform.
  • To review the assurance data to ensure the accuracy.
  • To interpret data, analyse results using statistical techniques and provide monthly reports.
  • To develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
  • To be the Assurance data custodian.
  • To prepares assurance related reports and stories by collecting, analysing, and summarising information (this covers from P&C, SCC, and NPP).
  • To carry out any other tasks deemed necessary by the Assurance Director, COO and CEO.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Statistic, Actuarial Science, Mathematics or any relevant degree.
  • At least 7 to 8 years working experience in data analysis.
  • Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

  • Able to identify which assurance data required for reporting
  • Able to use data to improve the assurance
  • Responsible to interpret data, analyse results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports.
  • Develop and implement databases
  • Familiarity with G-Suite (Docs, Spreadsheets, Drives, etc.)
  • Ability to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively
  • Excellent communication skills, including writing, proofreading skills and speaking.
  • Excellent organization skills and experience with project management.
  • Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and work assignments from a variety of divisions.
  • Ability to accomplish projects with little supervision.
  • Proficiency in English with good writing and communication skills.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

Your commitment and passion to drive innovation will be rewarded with a highly lucrative remuneration package. Operating within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you will enjoy functioning within a role which offers the opportunity to broaden your skill set and develop your capabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are invited send in their most updated CV giving comprehensive details of education with emphasis on related achievements to careers@rspo.org

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (6 MONTHS CONTRACT)

LOCATION OF POSITION

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

The successful candidate will be responsible in assisting accounts receivable tasks.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Associate Director~Finance, the incumbent will be responsible to:

  • Prepare membership invoicing - new and renewal applications. 

  • Upload roundtable event invoices into Financial Force including raise invoices for sponsorship and exhibition sponsors.

  • Generate credit notes/issue official receipts when required.

  • Daily reconciliation of receipts to bank statement.

  • Debtor management - follow up unpaid fees, monitor and review aging list.

  • Liase with members when required.

  • Any other accounts receivable tasks as required by hiring manager.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

  • Minimum a Diploma in Accounting or it’s equivalent. 
  • Minimum 2 years working experience in using accounting billing systems.
  • Proficiency in English with good writing and communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are invited send in their most updated CV giving comprehensive details of education with emphasis on related achievements to careers@rspo.org