SNV

SNV is a global development partner rooted in the African and Asian countries where we operate. With 60 years of experiences and a team of approximately 1,600 peoples. It is our mission to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy and water systems to enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

Biodiverse and Inclusive Palm Oil Supply Chain (BIPOSC) Project

SNV is joining The Livelihoods Fund for Family Farming (L3F) and PT Musim Mas to launch an unprecedented 10-year project (Biodiverse and Inclusive Palm Oil Supply Chain – BIPOSC) to help 2,500 smallholder palm oil farmers achieve this transition in North Sumatra, Indonesia. Brought by Mars Incorporated Danone and L’Oréal as the investors, the project aims to build a transparent and deforestation-free supply chain thanks to locally adapted agroforestry models, regenerative agriculture, and biodiversity enhancement. This project will help regenerate 8,000 hectares of palm farms in degrading land areas while restoring additional 3,500 hectares of local biodiversity over 10 years.

SNV BIPOSC project has been running the project more then three years, focusing on promoting and implementing regenerative agriculture practise 7 villages , with more then 1000 farmers community. The project aimed the implementation of the regenerative agriculture in order to improve soil health, enhance biodiversity, mitigate climate change without decrease the farmers income.

SNV needs scientific publication data about Regenerative Agriculture palm oil based on analysis from data collected in phase 1 period. The scientific publication will serve as SNV positioning on palm oil regenerative agriculture. Moreover, it will record progress, challenges, and impact of the implementation , which will serve as a valuable resource for donors, partners, investors and stakeholders . Thus, SNV will hire researcher to analyse the data and produce high quality publications on palm oil regenerative agriculture.

Objective

The objectives of the researcher are:
1. To conduct research and analysis on sustainable methods on palm oil and their impact on productivity, ecosystem health and land sustainability
2. To develop a comprehensive journal article on Oil Palm Better Management Practices regenerative agriculture practise
3. To Publish the findings in an internationally recognized journal at least Q3 or Q4 Scopus-indexed journal (for international journal) and SINTA 1 (for national journal)

Researcher Scope of Work and Responsibility

1. To conduct literature reviews on current regenerative agriculture in palm oil practise , and collect, analyse the data from field studies or pilot project SNV – BIPOSC.
2.  To conduct face-to-face or online discussion with SNV Indonesia Agri staff, local farmers and organizations to gather insight and case studies
3. To conduct field observation, if necessary
4. To develop summary report from the collected data form literature review, data analysis, discussion, and field observation
5. To develop the draft and finalize the journal for Submission, including the necessary revision before finalisation
6. To publish the Journal in the International and National level
7. To coordinate with BIPOSC Project Manager, Palm Oil Advisor, Agri Sector Leader, and MEL Team on the update of journal submission

Deliverables

1. A detailed research report summarizing the findings in BIPOSC Project
2. A written scientific journal, including all relevant data analyses
3. Final Submission of the scientific journal to an international and/or national Journal

The qualifications required for the professional as below:

1. Advanced degree (Professor) in agriculture, environmental science, or a related field.
2. Proven experience in regenerative agriculture, particularly in palm oil production.
3. Strong writing skills with a track record of published research
4. She/He is Soil Expert.
5. Proven experience in biodiversity research, specifically related to palm oil ecosystems.
6. Demonstrated record of impactful research and publications focused on sustainable palm oil practices.

How to Apply

Please send the application documents as follow:
1. Detailed technical plan outlining the Journal with the proposed methodology for the national and international publication.
2. CVs of key team members, highlighting relevant expertise and experience.
3. Example of previous work or research related to soil health and palm oil.
to indonesia-procurement@snv.org cc zsabatian@snv.org by 16th May 2025 with the
subject “PR113 – Researcher to Analyze Regenerative Agriculture – Name”.