Dear Admin,Please kindly post this VacancyThank youPOSITION
ANNOUNCEMENT Effective
with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is
recruiting applicants for a Palm Oil Research
Consultant. The
responsibilities and qualifications are described in below position
description.  POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION
TITLE: Palm Oil Research Consultant LOCATION:
Jakarta, Indonesia  DEPARTMENT:
Clean Energy, Environment, and Water REPORTS
TO: Project Manager, Indonesia DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT: Up to 45 days, beginning on
July 31, 2017 and
ending on November 30, 2017. GENERALWinrock 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, communities, and industries 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. POSITION SUMMARYWinrock is recruiting a research consultant to support
a project funded by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) to compile
existing in-practice and innovative best management practices (BMPs) to reduce greenhouse
gas emissions from palm oil production. A key component of this project is the
development of case studies on BMPs, which will provide information to RSPO
members on existing actions or plans that could be adopted or undertook to
reduce emissions. RESPONSIBILITIESThe consultant will work in close collaboration
with the project team to research and compile best management practices for
reducing total emission from palm oil production. Specific tasks include: ·        
Leading research of the different types of activities currently being
undertaken in the palm oil industry;·        
Assisting in the planning and selection of 5-7 selected case studies. ·        
Leading the development of 1-2 case studies, including travel to the
case study site(s).·        
Leading the drafting of the final report summarizing the findings of the
case study analysis.·        
Contributing to the finalization of the case study report based on
reviewer comments and edits. The
applicant will be required to:·        
Travel to 1-2 case study sites;·        
Participate in bi-weekly update meetings with the project team;·        
Address and proactively identify problems and challenges. QUALIFICATIONS AND
EXPERIENCE ·        
A minimum of 5 years of experience in palm oil and other agribusiness
sectors with a deep understanding of climate change issues;·        
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s Degree preferred. Preferred
disciplines include Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Renewable Energy,
or related field;·        
Exceptional communication skills, including excellent written and spoken
English and Bahasa Indonesian;·        
Strong research and analysis skills, including experience conducting
interviews.·        
Familiar with industry certification standards such as Roundtable on Sustainable
Palm Oil (RSPO);·        
Ability to work effectively to meet deadlines.  HOW TO APPLY Applicants should apply at http://www.winrock.org/page/careers-winrock  Deadline: July 17, 2017 Winrock thanks all applicants for their interest;
however, only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed
will be contacted.