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Job Specification
1. Programme Implementation & Coordination
• Coordinate delivery of smallholder programmes including trainings, pilots, and services
• Manage logistics, scheduling, and partner collaboration across regions
2. Smallholder Engagement & Capacity Building
• Engage and onboard smallholders into programmes and supply chains
• Conduct trainings and awareness sessions on sustainability (e.g. NDPE, traceability, certification)
• Facilitate access to agronomic support and value-added services
3. Traceability, Compliance & Data Management
• Collect and validate data to strengthen traceability systems
• Monitor compliance with sustainability standards (e.g. RSPO P&C)
• Maintain accurate databases to support reporting and audits
4. Monitoring, Reporting & KPI Tracking
• Track programme performance, impact, and key metrics
• Prepare reports on operational and sustainability outcomes
• Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders
5. Cross-Functional Coordination
• Act as liaison between Sustainability and OCP teams
• Align smallholder initiatives with operational and commercial objectives
• Support implementation of targeted interventions at mill level
Job Requirements
• Candidate must possess a Degree in Environmental Management, Business, Engineering, Economics or Agriculture Management
• 5-8 years of experience in sustainability, agriculture, supply chain or related programme management roles
• Experience working with smallholders, rural communities or supplier engagement programmes is preferred
• Ability to coordinate programmes and manage stakeholders
• Basic understanding of sustainability, traceability and certification standards (eg. RSPO/MSPO)
• Strong communication skills with a proactive and practical mindset to engage both field and corporate stakeholders
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively and work independently in rural and remote areas
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.
SD Guthrie Berhad is one of the world’s leading producers of Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO), representing approximately 12% of the global market share (as of 31 December 2022). We are listed on Bursa Malaysia (KLSE: SDG) with a market capitalisation of RM29.39 billion (US$6.24 billion) as of 31 May 2024. Supported by a large institutional base, we are a strategic company of Permodalan Nasional Berhad, Malaysia’s largest unit trust company and our major shareholder.
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