The Scope
We are looking for an engaged
Regional Ecosystem Services Lead, APAC who brings solid expertise and a passion for FSC’s mission, to work with us in a multinational environment.
As our Regional Ecosystem Services Lead, APAC, you will play a key role in strengthening FSC’s ecosystem services strategy by driving market uptake, engaging diverse stakeholders, and ensuring credible, high‑quality implementation on the ground. We are seeking a strategic, collaborative professional who can translate complex sustainability concepts into practical action, build strong partnerships, and champion the value of ecosystem services certification to unlock enhanced forest benefits.
Main Roles & Responsibilities
Stakeholder Engagement and Market Development
- Conduct market analysis to identify gaps in Ecosystem Service offerings and potential growth areas.
- Develop strategies to engage with stakeholders, including corporates and governments, to facilitate the uptake of ecosystem services and the growth of ES-certified area.
- Develop strategic partnership plans (e.g. with NGOs, brands, financial institutions) to drive tangible outcomes and revenue-generating opportunities related to ecosystem services.
- Identify key stakeholders for feedback on ecosystem service initiatives and strategies.
- Design and implement capacity-building formats tailored to the needs of certificate holders and partners.
- Map and expand stakeholder networks, focusing on communities, governmental bodies, and the private sector to foster collaboration.
Policy & Advocacy
- Engage with government agencies and financial institutions to advocate for the integration of ecosystem services into relevant policies and frameworks.
- Oversee the development of policies that recognize and promote ecosystem services at regional and global levels.
- Participate in regional policy dialogues, events, and conferences to represent organizational interests and share insights.
Capacity & Knowledge Building
- Oversee the development and delivery of training programs, ensuring high completion rates and relevant content for certificate holders, auditors, and communities.
- Create and adapt technical guidance materials specifically designed for the Asia Pacific region.
- Provide timely responses to technical inquiries to ensure stakeholders receive necessary assistance.
Internal Performance & Coordination
- Monitor and report on the progress of regional ecosystem service strategies, ensuring alignment with global organizational goals.
- Manage project budgets effectively, ensuring variance remains within acceptable limits.
- Facilitate collaboration with other FSC programs (e.g., Forest Management, Marketing & Communications) to enhance overall impact.
Impact Measurement
- Develop metrics and frameworks to assess and report on the benefits derived from ecosystem services initiatives (e.g., tonnes of carbon sequestered, hectares of restored habitat, water quality indicators).
- Assist partners in utilizing ecosystem service claims for marketing purposes to enhance visibility and outreach.
- Track and analyse the visibility of initiatives through media mentions and case studies, regularly reporting on impact regularly.
Your profile
Education and Training:
- University degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Ecology, Sustainability/Climate, Environmental Economics, or related field; or equivalent experience.
- Additional training in Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV), impact measurement, project finance for nature‑based solutions, or ESG/sustainability reporting is an asset.
Working Experience, Style and Skills:
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Experience: 7–10+ years in forestry, ecosystem services, nature‑based solutions, climate/biodiversity markets, or sustainable land use in APAC; with hands‑on program or project delivery.
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Technical: Familiarity with ecosystem services identification, baselining, monitoring approaches, and credible result/claim verification; understanding of market demand and corporate use cases for ES outcomes.
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Project & portfolio management: Proven ability to scope, plan, budget, and deliver multi‑stakeholder projects across countries; strong risk management and issue‑resolution skills.
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Stakeholder engagement: Track record working with forest managers, communities/Indigenous Peoples, NGOs, private sector, and public actors; skilled at translating technical content for diverse audiences.
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Commercial acumen: Comfortable nurturing partnership pipelines, structuring collaboration agreements, and aligning value propositions around verified environmental outcomes.
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Work style: Solution‑oriented, proactive, organized, and comfortable operating across cultures in a fast‑moving, impact‑driven environment; diligent with high attention to accuracy.
Language & Communication Skills:
- Fluency in English (spoken and written).
- One or more APAC languages (e.g., Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi) is advantageous.
- Excellent facilitation, presentation, and writing skills; can produce clear guidance and compelling impact narratives.
Digital Skills – good skills in the use of/experience with:
- Strong proficiency with MS Office/365 (Excel/PowerPoint/Word/Teams/SharePoint).
- Experience with CRM or pipeline tools (e.g., Salesforce) and content management systems is a plus.
- Comfort with basic data workflows for MRV (e.g., spreadsheets, dashboards) and collaboration platforms.
Others:
- Experience working in multi‑cultural, multi‑lingual, global teams and/or NGOs/non‑profits.
- Strong alignment with FSC’s mission and values; cultural awareness and sensitivity toward diverse stakeholder perspectives.
- Ability to represent FSC with professionalism and integrity.
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.
The Fine Print
- Location: Remote, APAC region.
- Working Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week.
- Duration of Consultancy agreement: 2 years (extension possible, subject to
satisfactory performance).
- Travel: Travel is required (mostly regional).
How to Apply 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.
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We are looking forward to your application!
