Latest Recruitment at Rainforest Alliance

Role includes the maintenance of GIS data architecture and ArcGIS enterprise system. This position will not only work closely with the GIS team but also with the Technology team to maintain ArcGIS Enterprise for Kubernetes and other GIS applications/services in the geo-ecosystem.
Responsibilities: 

• The Rainforest Alliance’s Core Values are Impact, Change, Collaboration, Openness and Trust and as such they form the basis of the behaviours we demonstrate.
• Development for business needs and experience with Commercial and/or Open-Source solutions.
• Contribute to the updating, and distribution of geodata-oriented information and materials.
• Validate and analyse GIS data to produce dashboards and (web)maps for internal projects and initiatives
• Assist the sector leads in providing analytics/information to internal and external stakeholders.
• As appropriate undertake and or direct fieldwork data collection and analysis to support GIS model development
• Provide technical support and guidance for the development or troubleshooting of systems.
• Contribute to GIS data maintenance and processing to support owners/stewards and ensure data are well-versioned, documented and stored in the system.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in GIS with a focus in quantitative analytics in a distributed (enterprise) environment, ideally ArcGIS; or master’s degree with 3-5 years of experience in forest conservation, biodiversity, land-water management, agriculture, or related field.
• Excellent GIS Python scripting skills. Familiar with GitHub, Azure pipelines.
• Strong experience in spatial analytics in ArcGIS or QGIS environment. Experience with Google Earth engine and remote sensing is a plus.
• Experience with (geo)data management/processes, Gdb administration and metadata management in an ArcGIS Enterprise (Kubernetes) , ArcGIS Online environment and their associated extensions, APIs or interfaces
• Ability to organise and manage data and have a good knowledge of Excel and the metadata implementation in ArcGIS.
• Ability to understand and analyse data in various formats, aggregate information and report on trends and findings.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, multi-cultural team with members in different parts of the world.
• Strong personal ethics and integrity and commitment to upholding the rules and values of the Rainforest Alliance; an accurate, analytical, quality-conscious attitude is a must have.
• Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement.

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This position will not only work closely with the GIS team but also with the Technology team to maintain ArcGIS Enterprise for Kubernetes and other GIS applications/services in the geo-ecosystem.
Responsibilities: 

• The Rainforest Alliance’s Core Values are Impact, Change, Collaboration, Openness and Trust and as such they form the basis of the behaviours we demonstrate.
• Regulate operational technical continuity and effectiveness of the GIS platform, ETL and GIS applications.
• Contribute to the collection, analysis, updating, and distribution of geodata-oriented information and materials.
• Validate and analyse GIS data to produce dashboards and (web)maps for internal projects and initiatives
• Assist the sector leads in providing analytics/information to internal and external stakeholders.
• As appropriate undertake and or direct fieldwork data collection and analysis to support GIS model development
• Provide technical support and guidance for the development or troubleshooting of systems.
• Contribute to GIS data maintenance and processing to support owners/stewards and ensure data are well-versioned, documented and stored in the system.
• Provide regional training and coaching to disseminate good regional use of RA GIS resources and best practices.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in GIS with a focus in quantitative analytics in a distributed (enterprise) environment, ideally ArcGIS; or master’s degree with 3-5 years of experience in forest conservation, biodiversity, agronomy, spatial ecology, land-water management, or related field.
• Strong experience in spatial analytics in ArcGIS or QGIS environment, excel in Python scripting. Experience with Google Earth engine and remote sensing is a plus.
• Experience with (geo)data management/processes, Gdb administration and metadata management in an ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online environment and their associated extensions, APIs or interfaces
• Ability to organise and manage data and have a good knowledge of Excel and the metadata implementation in ArcGIS.
• Ability to understand and analyse data in various formats, aggregate information and report on trends and findings.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, multi-cultural team with members in different parts of the world.
• Strong personal ethics and integrity and commitment to upholding the rules and values of the Rainforest Alliance; an accurate, analytical, quality-conscious attitude is a must have.
• Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement.

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Job Description
The Software Support Specialist will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the current PMP in SharePoint through at least part of 2025 while transitioning to a new platform. You will manage key aspects of both platforms, ensuring continuity of operations, user support, and seamless migration to the new system. The role will require collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, IT teams, and platform providers.
Role Responsibilities

Lead Transition to New PMP

• Assist in the setup, implementation, and configuration of the new platform
• Support data migration to the new system, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Support the development of automated reporting for both platforms.
• Develop a close working relationship with the application provider support and development teams

Support Current SharePoint PMP

• Provide ongoing support for the SharePoint PMP, including bug fixing and maintenance.
• Assist in the management of key configuration changes in response to business needs with the use of Microsoft PowerApps and PowerBI

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or other relevant technical fields.
• Demonstrated ability (3-5 years) in technical positions, preferably with project management platforms and experience using Microsoft Powerapps and PowerBI.
• Solid understanding of SharePoint and other project management platforms
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Office 365, PowerApps and Power BI for reporting and data integration.
• Excellent English interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including ability to clearly articulate ideas in a user-friendly non-technical language
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing environments.
• Familiarity with environmental and sustainability issues is a plus.

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Position summary:
At the Rainforest Alliance, we are looking for a collaborative and results-oriented Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Data Scientist to strengthen our team in providing spatial analytics, strategic thinking and geo-oriented support. It also includes supporting Senior GIS officers and managers with the development of a wide range of geo-data-oriented products, services and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
Role includes high level spatial data analyses, big data analytics, the creation of web map services, web map design, -visualization, metadata maintenance, the creation of story maps and the development of field applications. This position will not only work closely with the GIS team but also with the Technology team to maintain ArcGIS Enterprise for Kubernetes and other GIS applications/services in the geo-ecosystem.
Responsibilities: 

• The Rainforest Alliance’s Core Values are Impact, Change, Collaboration, Openness and Trust and as such they form the basis of the behaviours we demonstrate.
• Organize and have ownerships of the collection, analysis, updating, and distribution of geodata-oriented information on a variety of subjects.
• Validate and analyse GIS data to produce dashboards and (web)maps for internal projects and initiatives.
• Stay on top of new developments and if recommended translate these into written proposals for future innovation.
• Assist the sector leads in providing analytics/information to internal and external stakeholders.
• As appropriate undertake and or direct fieldwork data collection and analysis to support GIS model development .
• Contribute to GIS data maintenance and processing to support owners/stewards and ensure data are well-versioned, documented and stored in the system.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in GIS with a focus in quantitative analytics in a distributed (enterprise) environment, ideally ArcGIS or QGIS; or master’s degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Background in vegetation science, (soil-) biology, land-water management, agroeconomics, or related field. Familiar with both commercial and Open-Source solutions.
• Excellence Python scripting skills, the use of R.
• Strategic thinker and experience with grant application.
• Strong experience in spatial data analytics in ArcGIS or QGIS environment, Python scripting. Experience with Google Earth engine and remote sensing is a plus.
• Experience with (geo)data management/processes, Gdb administration and metadata management in an ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online environment and their associated extensions, APIs or interfaces, is a plus
• Ability to organise and manage data and have a good knowledge of Excel and the metadata implementation in ArcGIS.
• Ability to understand and analyse data in various formats, aggregate information and report on trends and findings.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, multi-cultural team with members in different parts of the world.
• Strong personal ethics and integrity and commitment to upholding the rules and values of the Rainforest Alliance; an accurate, analytical, quality-conscious attitude is a must have.
• Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement.

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Position summary:
The Rainforest Alliance is looking for an experienced Manager, Contingent Workforce Management with a global scope and international experience to join the HR team. 
The Manager of Contingent Workforce Management is responsible for leading all aspects of and optimizing the organization’s contingent workforce strategy. This includes handling temporary staff, contractors, freelancers, and third-party vendors who contribute to the organization’s operations. The role will ensure that the contingent workforce is aligned with the organization’s capability & skills needs, ensuring flexibility, compliance, and efficiency in the use of external talent. The manager will build and implement workforce management processes, ensuring high-quality service delivery while maintaining cost-effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
This individual will report into the Talent Lead and will be part of the Global HR team that consists of HR professionals who are passionate for RA’s mission and dedicated to creating a great place to work for all our colleagues. 
Responsibilities: 

• Establish and implement a strategic plan for handling the contingent workforce that aligns with organizational goals;
• Collaborate with senior business partners, senior manager organizational effectiveness and leadership to understand workforce needs and plan for external talent acquisition;
• Establish, implement and communicate policies and procedures to ensure understanding and adherence across the organization
• Handle contingent workers effectively, including sourcing, onboarding, training, performance tracking, and offboarding;
• Evaluate, select and maintain relationships with staffing agencies and freelance platforms to secure favourable terms;
• Evaluate the performance of external providers, ensuring they meet organizational expectations and compliance standards;
• Monitor and evaluate vendor performance and facilitate corrective action plans if necessary;
• Optimize contingent workforce usage by balancing full-time employee capacity and external talent needs;
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and organizational policies regarding contingent workers and mitigate risks by implementing robust governance structures;
• Work closely with compliance and legal department to establish best practices for engaging and managing external talent;
• Work with finance to track expenses and ensure that external talent is utilized efficiently;
• Provide regular reporting on workforce costs, vendor expenses, and staffing efficiency to senior management;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Master or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field;
• Demonstrated ability (5 years) in managing contingent or external workforce programs, including vendor management and contract negotiation;
• Strong understanding of contingent workforce management, including knowledge of temporary staffing, contract labor, and third-party vendor processes;
• Proficiency in workforce management tools and systems and expertise in compliance with local and international labor laws and regulatory requirements;
• Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple providers;
• Excellent project management skills, ability to supervise multiple programs simultaneously;
• Analytical skills for assessing workforce data and making strategic decisions;
• Strong project management, communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and work cross-functionally with HR, compliance and legal teams;
• High level of integrity and professionalism;
• Must be pro-active, creative, self-driven and able to work collaboratively;
• Be hands-on whenever there is a need to drive project results;
• Fluency in English (and other languages are a plus);
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

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Position summary:
Reporting to the Senior Director, Individual Giving (IG) and serving as a key member of the IG team within the Development department, the Principal Gifts Officer advances the mission of Rainforest Alliance through the engagement and solicitation of high-net-worth individual donors and prospects at the Principal Gifts level (i.e., gifts of $500,000+), in close partnership with the CEO and CDO.  Specifically, this includes managing and coordinating the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of an assigned portfolio with the goal of significantly increasing revenues in support of RA’s ambitious Vision 2030 strategy. The successful candidate is a seasoned fundraising professional with a demonstrated track record of managing a portfolio and closing significant gifts from individuals, families, and family foundations. 
The Principal Gifts Officer is a high impact, proactive, confident self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment that values results. They are persistent and driven to succeed in advancing efforts to grow a robust pipeline of high-net-worth individual donors and in meeting or exceeding stretch goals. Success in this role will require the following qualities: 

• Self-motivated, self-sufficient, and driven to lead and collaborate with others to achieve success; 
• Detail-oriented and analytical; 
• Strategic, proactive, and forward thinking; 
• Persuasive, outgoing, and confident with exceptional communication skills; 
• Possesses the highest standards of personal and professional integrity; and 
• Adheres to and promotes RA’s mission, culture, and strategic priorities. 

Responsibilities: 

The Rainforest Alliance’s Core Values are Impact, Change, Collaboration, Openness and Trust and as such they form the basis of the behaviours we demonstrate. The following are the responsibilities that fall under this role: 
Portfolio Management & Strategy 

• Build and manage a portfolio of 75 donors and prospects with the capacity to make transformative gift in their lifetime, including identification and qualification, cultivation, request for support, and prompt follow up, stewardship and recognition.
• Prepare donor/prospect meeting and event briefings for CEO and CDO, specifically Board Committees;
• Utilize systems and software to track and cultivate donors and prospects, including our donor database and wealth screening tools;
• Regularly provide analysis and reports to team members and Development leadership;
• Maintain up-to-date revenue projections toward annual revenue goals;
• Track and report relationship management activity using Salesforce;
• Build and analyze reports in Salesforce to report progress against cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising goals;
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with other team members; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• College degree or equivalent experience;
• 7+ years of experience in Development preferred, with an emphasis on principal gift fundraising;
• Team player with an affinity for building close, effective working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders;
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills; 
• Flexible and works well under tight deadlines; 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and demonstrated experience in development; database, preferably Salesforce;
• Takes initiative, self-motivated, resourceful, strong attention to detail; 
• Experience in a not-for-profit and international environment preferred;
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and using project management tools; and
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally and domestically.

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Position summary:
The Major Gifts Officer assists donors in achieving their philanthropic goals and ambitions through a connection with the Rainforest Alliance. Reporting to the Senior Director, Individual Giving, the Major Gift Officer implements strategies to secure major gifts ($25,000+) from donors.  
The Major Gift Officer collaborates closely with the Development team to ensure alignment with overall fundraising goals and initiatives. Responsibilities include building and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects, cultivating relationships through personalized communications and engagement events, preparing, and presenting compelling proposals, and closing major gifts. Additionally, the Major Gift Officer engages in donor stewardship activities, including recognition events, personalized communications, and ongoing relationship management to ensure donor retention and long-term support. The successful candidate is a seasoned fundraising professional with a demonstrated track record of managing a portfolio and closing gifts from individuals, families, and family foundations. 
Responsibilities: 

• Manage and implement a moves management system for a portfolio of major donors, including identification and qualification through research, cultivation, briefing, request for support, and prompt follow up, stewardship, and recognition; 
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for all donors and prospects within their portfolio to raise awareness of RA’s mission and broaden RA’s funding base; 
• Prepare donor/prospect meeting briefings and event briefings for Leadership and Board members, specifically Board Committees; 
• Develop and implement events and activities for major gift donors to engage with others and discover new prospects for cultivation; 
• Maintain up-to-date revenue projections toward annual revenue goals; 
• Track and report relationship management activity using Salesforce and utilize reports in Salesforce to report progress against cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising goals; 
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with other team members; and 
• Perform related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

• College degree required; 
• Minimum of 5 years of successful, demonstrated experience in major and planned gift fundraising, preferably in conservation, climate, or environment; 
• Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills, and have experience in developing clear and concise funding proposals; 
• Proven success in meeting financial goals for major gift giving, securing five-figure gifts and above. Experience in cold calling, developing cultivation and solicitation strategies. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with major gift donors and various collaborators, customers, partners, and team members; and 
• Experience with Development databases, preferably Salesforce. 

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Position Summary: 
At the Rainforest Alliance, we are looking for a results driven, pro-active, and collaborative, Director to provide strong leadership within the Asia, Africa, Australasia, and Middle East (AAAME) region.
As one of the senior leaders in the global CE&P team this role will be accountable for providing both strategy, direction and support to delivering the organisational revenue goals within the regional business unit.
Responsibilities, Leadership and Management:

• Build the sales strategy for the entire regional business unit.
• Develop and implement the strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets and expand market share in the region.
• Lead the team (circa 8 people) to deliver year-on-year revenue growth across the region.
• Build a team that can foster and lead both existing business and the development of new business in AAAME.
• Provide leadership and support for the entire global corporate engagement and partnership team.
• Analyse global market trends and customer insights to identify new business opportunities across the region.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key clients together with investing in building new relationships with potential partners.
• Track and report on sales performance.
• Sales metrics related to certified products and assess the opportunity areas for other offerings including scalable projects.
• Report regularly using real data and analytics to guide strategic decisions and sales planning.
• Coach the team in translating the suite of offerings to clients’ needs and building a convincing narrative on the value we provide;
• Collaborate with other departments to sync go-to-market strategy with our suite of offerings.
• Build a high-performing, results-oriented team that reflects the Rainforest Alliance’s vision and culture, creating a positive work environment for personnel.
• Guide, motivate and develop personnel, seeking opportunities for professional advancement and ensuring they understand how their work relates to Rainforest Alliance’s global mission and strategy.
• Delegate authority to the AAAEM team, ensuring that they are supported and connected to the broader organization, and ensure planned objectives are met.
• Proactively identify and manage risk in the region, raising key issues to the supervisor where appropriate.

Advocacy and External Engagement

• Develop and maintain results-based, long-term partnerships with Rainforest Alliance clients, partners, donors, NGOs, governments, certification bodies and other stakeholders.
• Enhance Rainforest Alliance’s reputation, credibility, and positioning in the region.
• Actively promote the use of Rainforest Alliance Offerings.
• Represent Rainforest Alliance at key events, presentations, and roundtables.
• In collaboration with the Communications department, develop and disseminate communications and marketing materials on work in the region.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications: 

• At least 10 years of proven experience in account management working with global and local accounts and leading staff, (whilst experience in a similar NGO is ideal, it is not essential)
• Strong people skills, high accountability, motivational, and directional;
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to both build and foster customer relationships;
• Good understanding of sustainable market dynamics and consumer and customer needs, behaviors, and expectations;
• Extensive experience with complex sales, relationship building, corporate affairs or marketing;
• Track record in leading complex sales processes, external engagement, high-level stakeholder management and representing an organization in a multi- stakeholder environment;
• Track record of collaboration and teamwork, experience in leading teams through change;
• Demonstrated track record of effective partnerships at global level to build joint initiatives;
• Knowledge of the corporate ESG investment space;
• Knowledge and understanding of voluntary certification programs;
• Ideally working knowledge of international commodity supply chains, for example; coffee, cocoa, palm oil, fruits, and forest products;
• Experience facilitating industry collaboration, cross-sector coalition building, and systems change methodologies;
• Key competencies: sales, transformational leadership, analytical ability, innovation, adaptability, persuasion, critical and reflective thinking, public speaking, resourcefulness, relationship builder based on trust, empathy and openness, and strong organizational skills to lead multiple priorities in a time critical manner;
• Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills, written and verbal proficiency in English is required;
• Ability to travel.

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Position summary:
The Rainforest Alliance is looking for an experienced Manager, Change Management (People Change Manager) with a global scope and international experience to join the HR team.
As our organization continues to evolve, the ability to adapt to change is essential to maintaining our impact and effectiveness. This candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving organizational change, ensuring that our people are supported and engaged through transformations in ways of working, structure and culture.
Reporting to the Director People Strategy and Culture, the Change Manager will focus on the people side of change, working collaboratively with leaders and teams across the organization to foster a smooth transition while aligning changes with our mission and strategic goals.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about creating positive change at an organization that matters. The successful candidate will use change management strategies to enhance employee engagement and (organizational) performance. We need someone who not only comes up with impactful ideas but can also implement them!
The HR team at Rainforest Alliance you will be part of a team that consists of HR professionals, who are passionate for RA’s mission and dedicated to creating a great place to work for all our colleagues. 
Responsibilities: 

• Develop change management strategies for major organizational initiatives, including (culture) transformation and process improvements;
• Conduct impact assessments to understand the scope and scale of change;
• Develop and implement a communication and stakeholder management plan to keep employees and other critical groups informed about upcoming changes and their benefits;
• Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to integrate change management activities into overall project plans;
• Liaise with key stakeholders, including senior management, to ensure alignment and support for change initiatives;
• Establish data-drive change approach and gather feedback from stakeholders and adapt where needed;
• Build a framework for continuous learning and improvement of change management practices within the HR team;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Master or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Development or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability (5 years) in change management, organizational development, or HR roles;
• Change management certifications is advantageous;
• Excellent project management skills and employee/customer centricity in approach;
• Ability to manage multiples priorities and navigate ambiguity;
• Ability to influence and build solid relationships across all levels of the organization;
• Several years of experience in working in an international environment;
• Strong interpersonal skills and analytical skills to assess change impacts and organizational readiness;
• High level of integrity and professionalism;
• Must be pro-active, creative, self-driven and able to work collaboratively;
• Be hands-on whenever there is a need to drive project results;
• Fluency in English (and other languages are a plus);
• Ability to travel.

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Position summary:
Design and deliver scalable, and repeatable offerings available to our customers.  These build upon the expertise developed in our programs work but are standardized into specific bundles that ensure economies of scale, and an ongoing sustainable market for positive impact to be realized.
Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design (including enhancement) of each scalable and repeatable Product. 
• Provide vision & strategic director to the team that designs products that meet Customer needs, at a price point that is acceptable for them, and financially viable for RA, and deliver positive impact in alignment with our mission at scale.
• Responsible for the development and delivery of tailored (majority non-M&E) projects / platforms (such as the income accelerator platform) funded by earned revenue as we look to bring them to scale and embed as standardized approaches going forward.
• Own the Portfolio Stage Gate process.
• Change Management: Drive change initiatives across the organization, ensuring smooth transitions and buy-in from stakeholders.

Qualifications: 

• Proven experience (minimum 10 years).
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing multicultural teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Expert in leading through influence with stakeholders including executives.
• Strategic use of testing and data to move quickly.
• Strategic problem solver, able to balance long-term vision with short- and medium-term goals

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Position summary:
At Rainforest Alliance, we believe in the value of data. The Data Management and Intelligence department is paving the way for enabling data-based decisions by focusing on the delivery of scale-able data products to the market, supporting internal decision-making by unlocking the value of data, and creating a solid data foundation on which we can continue to build out our data offering.
The Data Analyst reporting into the Senior Manager, Data Products will develop data-as-a-product solutions to the market. The data analyst proactively gets in touch with stakeholders to understand their data and reporting needs and translates those into data products which enable decision-making. They are responsible for ensuring that the data products released are fit for purpose and deliver optimal value. With a vast array of partners across the global supply chains that we work in, it is essential that data products are designed and positioned according to our multitude of partner needs from producers to market partners.
They will have a comprehensive understanding of our systems and the data available. Get involved at the beginning of initiatives to ensure that data requirements are clear and later work with the technology organization regarding how that data flows through our systems and warehouse. The Data Analyst will be able to translate these complex datasets into user-friendly (standardized) reporting for users that delivers actionable insights. They will be a subject matter expert on both Power BI and supply chain reporting capabilities within the Data Products team (within the larger Data Management & Intelligence department) and serve as the point of contact on established reports. They will actively engage with cross-departmental and external stakeholders to ensure that they are enabled to use established reporting independently and promote knowledge of reporting capabilities across all stakeholders.
Responsibilities: 

• Proactively gets in touch with Corporate Engagement & Partnership account managers to ensure that data is compiled and summarized in ways that aid management decision making as well as client needs;
• Work collaboratively across departments to drive insights externally based on data (i.e. translating data to action);
• Ensure that data requirements are considered in the beginning of strategic initiatives so that data collection and structure will be fit for purpose in supporting the data-as-a-product approach;
• Maintain regular alignment with your colleagues in the DM&I department to ensure common approaches to data metrics, that data quality practices are implemented in your products, and that sharing of those products is done in an ethical way;
• Leads training initiatives to enable internal stakeholders to not only use the reporting available, but also deliver insights to their customers (will be phased out as this capability is centralized into a role);
• Leads external training initiatives as part of customer roll out (will be phased out as this capability is centralized into a role);
• Continuously improve reporting capabilities by sharing best practices within the DM&I department;
• Responsible for rolling out dashboards to the organization and supporting project-related rollouts. Driving alignment with internal stakeholders as part of the customer roll out process;
• Understand the external reporting needs from the different stakeholders via current report feedback, external reporting offering, and overall reporting trends in CSR, ESG, and SDG that align with RA’s mission. Advise on direction of travel for reporting as a result;
• Identify potential biases and reporting risks by periodically connecting with colleagues in the field/ stakeholders involved in the data gathering and provide them with reports that allow them to identify and prevent these risks and biases;
• Establish a standardized and organized way of gathering regional insight and integrate it as data in our internal reports to promote bottom-top strategies; and
• Finding opportunities to integrate data in an efficient, intuitive way to increase engagement and ease of use.

Delivery:

• Responsible for transforming requests from Corporate Engagement & Partnerships and other RA staff into meaningful reports and insights – including self service capabilities for stakeholder groups;
• Lead the deployment and ongoing improvement of self-service capabilities to stakeholder groups;
• Champion automation by finding solutions that are fit for purpose and scalable to suit the major requirements of stakeholders;
• Serve as a Power BI expert within the organization; and
• Ad hoc reporting as needed (as agreed in prioritization with the Analytics Manager)

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's, Master’s degree or equivalent experience, with fluency in mathematics, statistics and/or data analysis strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated ability (3-5 years) data reporting and analysis;
• Demonstrated ability (3-5 years) with supply chain traceability preferred;
• Practical experience using Rainforest Alliance supply chain and traceability systems preferred;
• E2E experience with data visualization tools like Power BI, tableau, etc; and
• Advanced Excel.

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Position summary:
We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to help build a new Cause Marketing program within our Marketing and Communications department.  This program will inspire positive consumer behaviors, increase awareness of RA and our mission, and establish strong connections with new audiences. Creativity, productivity, and proactivity are key in this role. If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, join us and help build a world that’s better for people and the planet!
The Cause Marketing Manager will develop and implement revenue-generating partnerships with companies and brands that align with the mission of the Rainforest Alliance. This role will help build the program’s strategy and framework, marketing materials, and identify prospects. They will also coordinate with our Corporate Engagement & Partnerships team to foster cause marketing relationships with Rainforest Alliance certified brands, when appropriate. 
They will lead all aspects of specific cause marketing partnership campaigns or projects; develop and execute creative direction and messaging, marketing, and promotion plans; lead and navigate the day-to-day relationships (internal and external) needed to achieve the goals of each individual partnership and related activation(s).
Responsibilities: 

• Develop program strategy, set up internal framework, and create marketing materials for cause marketing program.
• Develop list of prospective companies who have a demonstrated interest in corporate giving and that are supportive of our mission.
• Lead negotiations with potential partners to secure mutually beneficial agreements.
• Develop creative concepts and campaign ideas and pitch to appropriate prospects.
• Develop and lead a portfolio of new corporate partners.  
• Responsibility and accountability for meeting established revenue goals.  
• Develop and implement systems to track and evaluate the effectiveness of corporate partnerships, providing regular reports and insights.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor analysis, and emerging opportunities in corporate partnership development to inform strategy and decision-making.
• Lead marketing development campaigns (advertising, promotion, other marketing) and negotiate service-level agreements to ensure successful campaigns and value for money. Plan, coordinate, and supervise activities relating to campaigns.
• Manage brand(s) and coordinate brand support activities, using brand tracking and/or performance analysis to inform future brand activities.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and 5-8 years’ related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.   
• Previous experience developing corporate partnerships in a non-profit setting highly preferred.
• Experience with cold calling and pitching ideas to prospective partners.    
• Experience leading client and account relationships.
• Experience implementing and leading multiple complex projects in a time-sensitive manner. 
• Initiative, self-motivated, resourceful, detail-oriented, dependability, strong attention to detail.
• Experience negotiating agreements. 
• Experience developing and implementing marketing plans.   
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact culturally, linguistically, and diplomatically with diverse internal and external individuals.
• Knowledge of, and commitment to environmental issues and sustainability practices preferred.

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Position summary:

• At Rainforest Alliance, we believe in the value of data. The Data Management and Intelligence department is paving the way for enabling data-based decisions by focusing on the delivery of scale-able data products to the market, supporting internal decision-making by unlocking the value of data, and creating a solid data foundation on which we can continue to build out our data offering.
• The Manager Operational Services, reporting into the Director Data Management & Intelligence will lead the development of data product solutions related to operational delivery. Key deliverables of this team include but are not limited to the annual report, specific customer project support, analytic and visualization activities related to feedback from producers, and internal management reporting. This role will require a deep understanding of RA and stakeholder needs, and the ability to translate these into a set of data solutions, with clear priorities and roadmap for delivery. Responsible for ensuring that the data products released are fit for purpose and deliver optimal value.
• The Rainforest Alliance is a data-driven organization.  As data becomes further embedded in the core of what we do, you will work closely with all our teams but in particular with the Corporate Engagement and Partnerships, Global Programs, and Technology teams. Internal management reporting will be a significant area of focus within this team, leveraging all available RA data to support data-based decision-making across the organization.
• The Manager Operational Services will manage a team of data analysts focusing on data analytics and visualization in support of our internal stakeholders and specific engagements. The mandate of this team is to design the right products with a keen eye on value-creation. This person will be responsible for developing the roadmap in regards to data delivery in Operational Services, determining prioritization of work amongst the team, coaching in order to increase the level of knowledge and expertise, amongst other duties as determined by the Director Data Management & Intelligence. This team is expected to understand the data and reporting needs of their stakeholders and translate those into analytical capabilities which enable decision-making. They will have a comprehensive understanding of our systems and the data available. They will be able to translate these complex datasets into user-friendly (standardized) reporting for internal and external users that delivers actionable insights.
• You will be a peer to the Senior Manager Data Products and Senior Manager Data Management, forming the three pillars of Data Management & Intelligence.

Responsibilities:
(indicative, not exhaustive)

• Develop a strategy to enhance internal customer value proposition design and delivery in the most effective and efficient way, and in alignment with the organizational strategy and objectives;
• Create the roadmap for delivery to your stakeholders;
• Collaborate with the Sr. Manager Data Products to ensure that standard analytics practices are applied across the department and the Operational Services and Data Products teams are aligned in the most effective way to deliver insights;
• Develop a package of internal management reports that will enable internal stakeholders to garner insights, monitor, and drive action against KPIs;
• Deliver data analytics and visualizations for specific customer engagements and projects;
• Ensure the on time delivery of the annual report; and
• Actively look for continuous improvement and innovation opportunities by maintaining excellent knowledge of relevant industry trends and best-practice, through external connections and leveraging internal expertise.

Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree, with fluency in mathematics, statistics and/or data analysis strongly preferred;
• 5 years’ experience data reporting and analysis;
• 1 years’ experience in management; or equivalent in coaching, mentoring and training junior staff;
• Experience with data visualization tooling such as Power BI (preferred) or Tableau;
• Excellent influencing and facilitation skills with a proven ability to convene and reconcile different stakeholder interests and influence towards a common vision/plan;
• Knowledge of designing dashboarding concepts to requirements;
• In depth knowledge of global commodity supply chains and their sustainability needs and/or experience working with voluntary standards within agriculture/forestry is an advantage;
• Strategic mindset but with a hands on mentality;
• Be a problem solver, identifying underlying challenges and work proactively and collaboratively to solve them;
• Practical experience using Rainforest Alliance supply chain and traceability systems preferred;
• E2E experience with data visualization tools like Power BI, tableau, etc;
• Excel expert; and
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written, with strong communication skills

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Position summary:
At the Rainforest Alliance, we are looking for a collaborative and results-oriented Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Remote Sensing specialist to strengthen our team in providing spatial analytics and geo-oriented support. It also includes supporting Senior GIS officers and managers with the development of a wide range of geo-data-oriented products, services and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
Role includes Machine Learning development and AI satellite analytics. This position will not only work closely with the GIS team but also with the Technology team to maintain ArcGIS Enterprise for Kubernetes and other GIS applications/services in the geo-ecosystem.
Responsibilities: 

• The Rainforest Alliance’s Core Values are Impact, Change, Collaboration, Openness and Trust and as such they form the basis of the behaviours we demonstrate.
• Develop, organize and have ownerships of Remote Sensing projects. Perform AI satellite Imagery analysis, develop Machine Learning methodology and Large Language Models on a variety of topics.
• Contribute to the collection, analysis, updating, and distribution of geodata-oriented information and materials.
• Validate and analyse GIS data, and produce dashboards and (web)maps for internal projects and initiatives
• Assist the sector leads in providing analytics/information to internal and external stakeholders.
• As appropriate undertake and or direct fieldwork data collection and analysis to support GIS model development
• Contribute to GIS data maintenance and processing to support owners/stewards and ensure data are well-versioned, documented and stored in the system.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in GIS with a focus in quantitative analytics in a distributed (enterprise) environment, ideally ArcGIS; or master’s degree with 5+ years of experience, in Climatology, Soil- and vegetation science, Biodiversity, land-water management, agroeconomics, , or related field.
• Specialist in LIDAR and Hyperspectral Satellite technology, Google Earth Engine (GEE) and AI satellite analysis and related remote sensing and analysis techniques. Experience Large Language Models is a plus.
• Strong experience in spatial analytics, preferably in a ArcGIS or QGIS environment, and Python scripting.
• Experience with (geo)data management/processes, Gdb administration and metadata management in an ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online environment and their associated extensions, APIs or interfaces
• Ability to organise and manage data and have a good knowledge of Excel and the metadata implementation in ArcGIS.
• Ability to understand and analyse data in various formats, aggregate information and report on trends and findings.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, multi-cultural team with members in different parts of the world.
• Strong personal ethics and integrity and commitment to upholding the rules and values of the Rainforest Alliance; an accurate, analytical, quality-conscious attitude is a must have.
• Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement.

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Position summary:
The Rainforest Alliance is looking for an experienced Learning & Development manager with a global scope and international experience to join the HR team.
The candidate is responsible for creating and delivering an organizational learning strategy that supports the development of employees across the globe in alignment with our organizational goals. This role is key to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, ensuring that our staff are equipped with the right skills and knowledge, both for current and future challenges. The L&D manager will work closely with the Senior People Business Partners and senior manager Organizational Effectiveness to identify which capability and skills need L&D focus. The candidate will assess development needs, design learning solutions/journeys (leveraging our LinkedIn learning platform) and implement initiatives that enhance individual and organizational performance. We are looking for an individual that is hands-on and dares to think big as well: what should a learning environment look like for an organization that wants to scale.
The HR team at Rainforest Alliance you will be part of consists of HR professionals who are passionate for RA’s mission and dedicated to creating a great place to work for all our colleagues.
Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement an L&D strategy that align with the organization’s strategic direction;
• Identify skill gaps and training needs through close collaboration with senior people business partners and senior manager organizational effectiveness;
• Design, manage and deliver learning initiatives that support career development, leadership and technical competencies;
• Lead the creation of global learning journeys that supports various learning styles and is accessible to a diverse, global workforce;
• Design and implement leadership development programs aimed at building strong leaders across the organization;
• Lead the selection, implementation and management of the organization’s LMS;
• Customize the LMS to fit the organization’s unique needs, ensuring it effectively tracks and manages employee learning and development;
• Manage user access, course enrolments, and ensure content is regularly updated and relevant;
• Promote a learning culture by encouraging knowledge-sharing, feedback and ongoing development at all levels;
• Work closely with HR colleagues, senior management to ensure L&D initiatives are well-integrated with overall HR strategy;
• Build relationships with external providers, training consultants, and academic institutions to bring innovative learning opportunities to the organization;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Master or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Development or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in learning & development or a similar HR role;
• Strong experience in e-learning platforms, LMS and facilitation techniques. Learning & Development certifications is highly desirable;
• Excellent project management skills, ability to oversee multiple programs simultaneously;
• Analytical skills to assess training effectiveness and make data-driven decisions;
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization;
• Several years of experience in working in an international environment and cross-cultural competency and ability to adapt learning solutions for a diverse global workforce;
• High level of integrity and professionalism;
• Must be pro-active, creative, self-driven and able to work collaboratively;
• Be hands-on whenever there is a need to drive project results;
• Fluency in English (and other languages are a plus);
• Ability to travel.

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Position summary:
The Major Gifts Officer assists donors in achieving their philanthropic goals and ambitions through a connection with the Rainforest Alliance. They have the task of identifying, assessing, cultivating, and securing new and current individual mid-level and major donors with unrestricted giving potential (under $25,000). 
The position, under the guidance of the Senior Director of Individual Giving, collaborates with multiple teams to improve fundraising opportunities and assess potential donors. They serve as an external representative for the Rainforest Alliance, fostering positive relationships with prospects and current donors. Their responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies to engage major donors, such as direct solicitation and cultivation meetings, as well as drafting proposals that effectively communicate the impact of donor contributions. Additionally, they work with the Senior Director on stewardship plans for major gift donors and capitalize on fundraising opportunities in emerging markets. The successful candidate is a seasoned fundraising professional with a demonstrated track record of managing a portfolio and closing gifts from individuals, families, and family foundations. 
Responsibilities: 

• Manage and implement a moves management system for a portfolio of donors and prospects, including identification and qualification through research, cultivation, briefing, request for support, and prompt follow up, stewardship, and recognition;
• Oversee monthly donor and NextGen donor programs, identifying and cultivating donors with capacity for an increased ask;
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for all donors and prospects within their portfolio to raise awareness of RA’s mission and broaden RA’s funding base;
• Develop and implement events and activities for major gift donors to engage with others and discover new prospects for cultivation.
• Maintain up-to-date revenue projections toward annual revenue goals;
• Track and report relationship management activity using Salesforce;
• Build and analyze reports in Salesforce to report progress against cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising goals;
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with other team members; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• College degree required;
• 3-5 years of successful, demonstrated experience in major and planned gift fundraising, preferably in conservation, climate, or environment;
• Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills, and have experience in developing clear and concise funding proposals;
• Proven success in meeting financial goals for major gift giving, securing five-figure gifts and above. Experience in cold calling, developing cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with major gift donors and various collaborators, customers, partners, and team members; and
• Experience with Development databases, preferably Salesforce.