Forestry and Biomass Specialist

Nature

1d • Remote

About The Position

Preferred by Nature is seeking a Forestry and Biomass Specialist based in Vietnam to support sustainable biomass use in the energy sector and forestry certification services worldwide. This role involves delivering SBP audits, contributing to biomass-related service development and industry engagement, and supporting FSC/PEFC Forest Management and Chain of Custody certification activities. The position combines auditing, technical coordination, customer service, quality control, and engagement with certification schemes and stakeholders. Key responsibilities include staying updated on SBP developments, conducting SBP audits, participating in ANAB assessments, developing SBP engagement proposals, coordinating FSC/PEFC evaluations and audits, acting as an auditor for FSC/PEFC, developing and implementing evaluation schedules, ensuring quality control, providing customer service and technical guidance, and maintaining technical expertise in FSC and PEFC standards. The role also involves supporting the development and execution of new services and managing client-related questions and disputes.

Requirements

• University degree in forestry, biology, geography, environmental management, or a related field.
• Approximately 2 to 3 years of experience in the forest product sector, including timber, printing, paper, forestry, related industries, or environmental management.
• Proficient in English and Vietnamese.
• Based in Vietnam and comfortable travelling nationwide and internationally as part of the role.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and business ethics, balancing client service with the impartiality required of an auditor.
• Comfortable making independent decisions and working independently, often remotely from colleagues.
• Believe in Preferred by Nature’s mission and want to contribute to it.

Nice To Haves

• Auditing experience and/or familiarity with FSC/PEFC Chain of Custody or Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Agriculture Standard (RA SAS) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Stay up to date with SBP developments, relevant biomass policies, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct SBP audits and maintain accurate records in Salesforce.
• Participate in ANAB assessments related to SBP, including office and onsite assessments.
• Develop SBP engagement proposals and participate actively in SBP working groups and relevant scheme activities.
• Coordinate and execute FSC/PEFC Forest Management and Chain of Custody evaluations and annual audits, including budgeting, service contracts, logistical planning, audit preparation, reporting, report review, and database updates.
• Act as an auditor on selected FSC/PEFC Forest Management and Chain of Custody evaluations, initially as a team member and later as a lead auditor.
• Develop and implement evaluation schedules and support timely and efficient completion of certification activities.
• Ensure efficiency, quality control, and adherence to Preferred by Nature’s technical and administrative certification protocols.
• Provide customer service and technical guidance to current and potential clients on certification standards, processes, and trademark or logo use.
• Develop and maintain strong technical expertise in FSC and PEFC policies, standards, and protocols.
• Support the administrative and technical coordination and execution of new Preferred by Nature services.
• Manage questions and disputes relating to active certification evaluations and clients in line with Preferred by Nature, FSC, and PEFC policies.

Benefits

• Global work culture
• High degree of flexibility - remote work, work from home.
• An in-depth onboarding and professional training that prepares you with the right skills and knowledge to thrive in this role.
• Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development
• Potential future international travel opportunities
• A friendly, international team of colleagues, with a pleasant work environment
• 20 days of vacation leave per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level