The Rainforest Alliance is actively seeking skilled professionals and motivated students for multiple consultancy and internship positions worldwide. These roles support sustainable landscapes, climate action, agroforestry, supply chain resilience, technical capacity development, and digital communications.
1. Impact Framework Data Compilation – Selva Maya Landscape, Guatemala
Type: Consultancy (on-site, Guatemala)
Overview: Collect baseline and monitoring data for the Rainforest Alliance’s Impact Framework focused on the Selva Maya landscape.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Design and execute data collection for sustainability indicators.
- Liaise with local cooperatives and communities.
- Background in environmental science, social sciences, or relevant disciplines.
- 3+ years of field research in Latin America.
- Fluent in Spanish; proficiency in English is preferred.
2. Market Strategy Consultant – Agroforestry & Agriculture in Guatemala
Type: Consultancy (on-site, Guatemala)
Overview: Develop market strategies and product portfolios for agroforestry and agro-livestock value chains as part of PRL (Paisaje Próspero).
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Analyze value chains and design market entry strategies.
- Engage with local businesses and cooperatives.
- Degree in agribusiness, sustainability, or business development.
- Experience with Latin American agricultural value chains.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English.
3. Digital Video Creator (Global)
Type: Temporary remote role
Overview: Create engaging visual content to showcase Rainforest Alliance’s impact, projects, and initiatives.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Produce short videos, animations, and content for web and social platforms.
- Ensure content aligns with brand and engagement goals.
- Experience in video production, storytelling, editing, sound design.
- Portfolio demonstrating previous digital video work.
4. Logistics & Procurement Consultant – New Delhi, India
Type: Consultancy (on-site, India)
Overview: Enhance logistics and procurement systems for Rainforest Alliance India office.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Advise on supply chain logistics and procurement best practices.
- Optimize vendor selection and contract management.
- Degree in supply chain, operations, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in similar roles in India.
- Strong vendor negotiation and process documentation skills.
5. GHG Estimation & Removal Consultant – Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka, India
Type: Consultancy (on-site, India)
Overview: Estimate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and removals linked to agricultural and forestry activities.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Apply recognized methodologies (e.g., IPCC) for GHG calculation.
- Collect primary and secondary data from field sites.
- Present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Advanced degree in environmental science, climate science, or related field.
- Experience in GHG inventories for agriculture or forestry in India.
6. Commercial & Financial Strengthening Consultant – Colombia (Amazon Region)
Type: Consultancy (on-site, Colombia)
Overview: Support income-generation and business development for bio-enterprises in the Amazon.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Provide training in finance, marketing, and enterprise strategy.
- Conduct business assessments and financial planning.
- Degree in finance, business, or sustainable development.
- Minimum of 5 years consulting experience with rural or indigenous communities.
- Spanish and English fluency required.
7. Vendor Opportunities – Cocoa Seedling & Compost Unit, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia
Type: Vendor contracts (on-site, Indonesia)
Overview: Provide cocoa seedlings and operational support for compost unit and cocoa nursery.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Supply and distribute cocoa seedlings or manage compost/nursery operations.
- Technical guidance to local farmers.
- Background in agronomy, horticulture, or agriculture.
- Experience in smallholder cocoa systems in Indonesia.
- Bahasa Indonesia or local languages preferred.
8. Senior Technical Consultant – Agroforestry Design, Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka, India
Type: Consultancy (on-site, India)
Overview: Provide technical guidance on agroforestry system design for landscape-level projects.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Design agroforestry systems suited to local ecology and community needs.
- Coordinate field trials and capacity-building workshops.
- Degree in agroforestry, ecological agriculture, or forestry.
- Minimum of 7 years applied agroforestry experience in India.
9. Theory of Change Consultant – Supply Chain Interventions (Global)
Type: Consultancy (remote/various locations)
Overview: Develop a Theory of Change (ToC) framework for supply-chain interventions.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Lead ToC workshops and methodology refinement.
- Document intervention logic and outcomes.
- Experience in impact evaluation, ToC design, and supply chain projects.
- Familiarity with agri-enterprise contexts in developing countries.
10. Technical Support – Mt. Kenya Landscape Management Board (Finance)
Type: Consultancy (on-site, Kenya)
Overview: Provide financial advisory support to Mt. Kenya Landscape Management Board.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Develop financial controls, budgeting, and accountability systems.
- Support grant management and financial reporting.
- Degree in finance or accounting.
- Minimum 5 years precedence in public sector finance or NGO governance in Kenya.
11. Technical Support – Mt. Kenya Landscape Management Board (Governance & Management)
Type: Consultancy (on-site, Kenya)
Overview: Provide governance and management support to the Mt. Kenya Landscape Management Board.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Implement governance structures, policy frameworks, and transparency systems.
- Provide management and stakeholder coordination capacity building.
- Degree in public administration, governance, or related field.
- 5+ years of governance experience in environmental or public institutions in Kenya.
12. Sustainability Claims Framework Consultant – Rainforest Alliance (Global)
Type: Full-time consultancy (remote/various)
Overview: Develop and refine the organization’s sustainability claims framework, ensuring integrity and compliance across product and service lines.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Design frameworks for sustainability messaging, traceability, and compliance.
- Coordinate testing, verification, and stakeholder validation.
- Degree in sustainability, certification standards, compliance, or similar field.
- At least 7 years of experience in sustainability claims, assurance processes, or compliance systems.
13. Research Student Internship – Bafoussam, Cameroon
Type: Internship (on-site, Cameroon)
Overview: Participate in field-based research activities in a regional sustainability initiative.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Assist with data collection, literature review, and stakeholder interviews.
- Support reporting and knowledge dissemination.
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science or social research.
- Previous fieldwork experience is beneficial; French and local language skills preferred.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should visit the Rainforest Alliance Careers Portal, locate the position of interest, and submit the following essential documents before the specified deadlines:
- Updated CV or résumé
- Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and project alignment
- Any additional documentation as per job posting (e.g., portfolio, references, language certifications)
Specific country-based opportunities may require citizenship or legal work authorization in that country.
Why Join Rainforest Alliance?
By joining Rainforest Alliance, consultants and interns become part of a global community dedicated to advancing climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, forest conservation, and community empowerment. The organization offers meaningful engagement in high-impact projects and strong opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
Act Now!
These roles present valuable chances to contribute directly to sustainability, climate, agriculture, governance, and communications worldwide. Candidates are encouraged to review position details, verify eligibility, prepare application materials, and apply promptly.
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