Sustainability Manager (Timor Leste Placement)

Who are we

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable, and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious, and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we're with, whatever we're doing, we always make it real.

Overview of the position

TheSustainability Manager will play a pivotal role in driving ofi's sustainability agenda in Timor. He/she will be responsible for designing and implementing sustainability strategies that enhance coffee yields, reduce carbon emissions, and align with international sustainability standards. This position requires a deep understanding of coffee cultivation, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, and the ability to translate technical knowledge into practical solutions for farmers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure success of certification programs, which includes empowering field staff and farmers in adopting regenerative agriculture practices, including organic production model where applicable, as well as document management.
• Build connections to private sectors, institutions, and government for collaboration and other sustainability opportunities
• Provide expert technical guidance to optimize coffee yields and minimize environmental impact while adhering to ofi's sustainability framework and customer requirements.
• Oversee crop estimation processes, ensuring data accuracy and generating actionable insights to inform business decisions.
• Champion the implementation of Regenerative Agriculture practices in Timor, aligning with global objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to develop and execute sustainability initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with farmers and stakeholders to foster trust and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in either Agricultural Science, Agronomy, Agroecology, Environmental Science, or Agroforestry is preferable.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in the context, with a proven track record in managing team, yield improvement, regenerative agriculture, and agroforestry. A coffee experience is preferable.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis and management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work independently and lead a team.
• Fluency in Bahasa and English is preferred.

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions will be based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Location: Dili, Timor Leste