{"id":29154,"date":"2018-02-23T10:28:55","date_gmt":"2018-02-23T10:28:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=29154"},"modified":"2018-02-23T10:28:55","modified_gmt":"2018-02-23T10:28:55","slug":"rspo-vacancies-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/rspo-vacancies-2018.html","title":{"rendered":"RSPO Vacancies 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

RSPO is a not-for-profit, membership-based organization that develops and implements global standards for sustainable palm oil, with a Vision to \u201ctransform markets to make sustainable palm oil the norm\u201d. With Africa being a frontier for oil palm expansion, and an emerging market for palm oil, the RSPO seeks to build an Africa-based team that advances the Vision of the RSPO in the region.<\/p>\n

Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Title:\u00a0Assistant Manager Technical<\/strong><\/p>\n

JOB STATEMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n

The incumbent will provide on-going support to the Technical Manager in Africa in areas of technical matters, smallholder strategy, supply chain & membership as well as assisting in carrying out relevant outreach activities.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>FUNCTIONAL TASKS<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Assist to provide support to RSPO\u2019s constituents (especially those in Francophone areas) in the region on technical issues pertaining to RSPO Standards and Certification, both on the RSPO Principles & Criteria (P&C) and supply chain certification.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Support and keep track of technical developments related to the RSPO Principle & Criteria (P&C) and supply chain certification in Africa.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Provide support for RSPO members seeking certification as well as accredited certification bodies seeking advice in the conduct of certifications.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Monitor RSPO member progress towards fulfilling the RSPO\u2019s objectives through frequent progress reporting updates.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Assist in the facilitation of RSPO\u2019s awareness activities for stakeholders, as well as handle enquiries from stakeholders in Africa.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Contribute in the preparation of draft policies and proposals developed in terms of scope, budget, policy.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Assist in project management support to working groups in the form of logistics coordination and secretarial services as well as ensure periodic updates across all projects to multiple stakeholders.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Implement and\/or monitor technical projects in Africa.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Maintain close rapport with service providers to ensure timeline and deliveries are met.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Communicate and engage with relevant stakeholders, including companies, government institutions, NGOs, and smallholders in coordination with the Outreach & Engagement Department.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Support and\/or organize RSPO events that relate to the standard and certification process, including any trainings on the specific RSPO P&C and certification requirements.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Ensure development and maintenance of an easily accessible knowledge base on the RSPO standard and its associated requirements (i.e. HCV, compensation mechanism, New Planting Procedures, certification, etc.) for Africa.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Support with English-French translation of documents and communications.<\/p>\n

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES & SKILLS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Education:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science\/Environmental Management, Agriculture, Forestry or related field.<\/p>\n

Technical Knowledge & Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n