The Scope

The Forest Management Coordinator will be responsible for mapping, developing, and executing an operational plan to increase FSC-certified hectares in the country. This role involves building strong relationships with current and potential Forest Management certificate holders, understanding their needs, and supporting them through the certification process.

Main Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop a pipeline of forest certification opportunities (natural forests and plantations) across Panama.
• Design and revise action plans to secure new forest management certification opportunities.
• Increase the number of Forest Management and Chain of Custody certificate holders in Panama.
• Provide technical support for the implementation of the Forest Stewardship Standard and Chain of Custody in Panama.
• Create and manage a portfolio of resources (guides, factsheets, audiovisual materials, etc.) to promote FSC understanding in Panama.
• Provide technical and infield support to the agreed activities in the annual action plan set in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and FSC under the MoU.  
• In tandem with the FSC National Representative for Colombia, Venezuela and Panama, attend strategic meetings, conferences, and events with government officials, companies, and donors to foster collaboration and partnerships.

Your profile

Education:

• University degree in Forest Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agroforestry, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Additional training in forest management or certification schemes is a plus.

Experience & Skills:

• 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in forest management, certification, sustainability, or forestry data management.
• Solid network of relations in Panama and in the region.
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Experience in capacity building and stakeholder workshops in the environmental sector.
• Experience in stakeholder management and engagement. 
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to diverse stakeholder perspectives.
• Familiarity with FSC’s programs and ability to represent FSC professionally.
• Proficiency in Excel.

Languages & Communication:

• Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written).
• Proficiency in English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong active listening and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Why us?

• Be part of a globally recognized organization at the forefront of sustainable forestry and contribute to the mission to help protect the world’s forests. 
• Play an active role in the FSC global community of 400+ forest stewards who come together in-person at least once a year. 
• Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by working in a dynamic, inclusive, and diverse international culture.

The Fine Print

• Location: Panama.
• Working Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week).
• Duration of Consultancy agreement: 2 years (extension possible, subject to satisfactory performance).
• Start Date: As soon as possible.
• Travel: Frequent travel within Panama is required.

Ready to make a difference? Join FSC and help shape a sustainable future. Don't delay - apply now!

• Please apply via our website by submitting your CV in English.
• Please do not send any photos of yourself.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

For FSC, inclusiveness and diversity are important values. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and are entirely committed to consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age and disability.   
 
Please be informed, that by applying for this position you automatically accept our Data Protection Information on processing your personal data.
 
We are looking forward to your application!

About us

Welcome to FSC!      
 
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a globally recognized non-profit organization at the forefront of promoting sustainable forestry. With over 150 million hectares of certified forests and a trusted reputation among NGOs, consumers, and businesses, FSC is leading the way in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the world’s forests.