Senior Strategic Planning Analyst

Senior Strategic Analyst, Palm Oil Supply Chain Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Deadline: 09/10/24

About Earthworm

At Earthworm Foundation, we believe that supply chains can be an engine of prosperity for communities and ecosystems. To achieve this, we work with companies and other actors to tackle the environmental and social challenges of production practices.

What Makes Us Unique

Our profound belief in people, their capacity to change and be a force for good. Our desire to work where the problems are, to innovate and find practical solutions on the ground.

Your mission

Being the Strategic Analyst your day within Earthworm Foundation will be busy with:

• Leading on the engagement of palm oil suppliers within Earthworms member supply chains;
• Leading internal and external discussions and propose technical solutions to help strengthen and improve deliverables and services;
• Ensuring team members follow global data management policies and procedures
• Coordinating and preparing for meetings (PP & Excel proficiency expected) and activities with Earthworms supply chain partners (such as quarterly/bi-annual meetings and project site visits);
• Represent Earthworm and participate in working groups and/or forums related to topics such as land use planning & verification.

Your profile

We are looking for a passionate leader with at least 5 years of experience in consulting or the industry, particularly in palm oil, corporate sustainability, agriculture, and supplier engagement. Your expertise in project management, client relationship management, and engaging with both downstream companies and upstream suppliers will be highly valued. A deep understanding of environmental and social issues in the agricultural and forestry sectors, especially related to palm oil, and familiarity with the No Deforestation, Peat, and Exploitation (NDPE) concept is essential.

In this role, you will need to demonstrate advanced agility in adapting to organizational dynamics and strong interdepartmental collaboration skills. Your ability to speak publicly, organize effectively, think critically, and analyze complex situations will be crucial. Leadership capability, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and data management expertise will further enhance your effectiveness.

As a leader of our dynamic team at Earthworm Foundation Malaysia, you’ll be the crucial link between our Global team and local Malaysian teams. This role requires someone who can adapt quickly to changing work dynamics and collaborate effectively across departments.

Working conditions

• Start as soon as possible
• Full-time, 2 year contract
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience
• English & Bahasa Malay fluent
• Office based role, Kuala Lumpur
• Citizenship or legal permission to work in the country

Joining us

If you are in search of having a meaningful impact, with a desire to innovate and act for the environment, this offer is for you! The team you would join is truly committed to and passionate about finding concrete solutions to improve relationship between People and Nature.

At Earthworm, you will also discover diverse personalities, all determined to regenerate ecosystems.

If you are interested in this adventure, apply by sending your application (resume and cover letter) at [email protected] with the subject " SrAnlyst2024” followed by your name.

Your application will go into our resource pool. When the opportunity to call upon candidates for these roles arises, successful candidates will be contacted by email for an initial interview. Only candidates who send a full application will be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Good Luck!