Role Description The Coordinator for Eastern Africa is a senior leadership role responsible for driving FSC’s strategic growth, policy alignment, and stakeholder engagement across Eastern Africa. The coordinator ensures that FSC’s priorities in the sub-region are aligned with continental and global strategies, while delivering measurable impact in forest management certification, brand visibility, and partnership development. - Lead regional strategy, annual planning, budgeting, and performance tracking aligned with global FSC objectives. - Act as FSC’s primary representative in Eastern Africa, engaging governments, private sector, NGOs, and communities. - Drive expansion of Forest Management certification and support measurable conservation outcomes. - Oversee FSC-funded projects, ensuring delivery of verified impact claims and reporting against KPIs. - Build strategic partnerships and lead fundraising through donor proposals and funding mechanisms. - Lead and develop a high-performing regional team, setting targets and fostering collaboration. - Support awareness campaigns, media engagement, and growth in certification uptake and brand presence. - Facilitate multi-stakeholder processes for development and revision of national forest standards. - Maintain strong relationships with certificate holders, support compliance, and reduce attrition. - Manage complaints, disputes, and ensure adherence to FSC policies, including EUDR alignment. Qualifications - Master’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Management, Development, Business, or related field. - 8–10 years’ experience in forestry, sustainability, or natural resource management, with senior coordination exposure. - Strong understanding of Eastern African forestry landscapes, policies, and stakeholders. - Proven success in building multi-sector partnerships and securing donor funding. - Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and manage cross-cultural environments. - Excellent English communication; ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences. - Familiarity with FSC systems, certification standards, EUDR, and sustainability frameworks. - Strong track record in delivering projects, managing budgets, and achieving measurable impact. - Experience working with governments, communities, NGOs, and private sector actors. Benefits - 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. Company Description 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.

Title: Maps and Geospatial Assistant Location: University Park United States Part time Job Description: JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Penn State University Libraries, Donald W. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information, is seeking part-time employees to operate a maps and geospatial information service desk and participate in departmental geospatial projects. Primary work hours are Monday through Friday between 9am-5pm paid at $15.00/hr. Ideal candidates are undergraduate students with the ability to work 6-10 hours a week depending on scheduling. Responsibilities -Assisting library users with the map and geospatial data collections using library systems, computer mapping tools, and online resources -Working on projects involving map and geospatial collections -Filing maps into folders and proper order in the map collection -Georeferencing maps -Producing geospatial data and metadata to support maps and geospatial projects -Use of scanner technology for scanning maps -Responding to library users related to library informational inquiries -Opening and closing the unit space Qualifications -Ability to work alone or in conjunction with faculty and staff members -Commitment to excellent customer service -Ability to work on projects independently and as part of a group -Excellent oral and written communication skills -Demonstrated high level of reliability and responsibility Preferred Qualification -Interest in geography, cartography, geographic information systems (GIS), maps, forestry, agriculture, international affairs, landscape architecture, history, ecology, remote sensing, web-mapping, and related topics -Familiarity with geospatial software applications. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Similar Jobs (2)

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