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With most of our staff operating directly on the ground where the issues are, we work with our members and partners to make value chains an engine of prosperity for communities and ecosystems.
We see a world where forests are a boundless source of materials and a home for biodiversity; communities see their rights respected and have opportunities to develop; workers are seen as productive partners, and agriculture becomes the instrument to feed a hungry planet and keep our climate stable.
As the Rubber Coordinator in Côte d’Ivoire , you will be primarily responsible for:
Ensuring that rubber producers are trained in good tapping and plantation maintenance practices to maximize productivity while preserving the sustainability of the trees
Ensuring the development of skills in traceability and regulatory compliance to enable rubber producers to integrate into our partners' supply chains
Building skills in traceability and regulatory compliance to enable rubber producers to integrate our partners' supply chains
Monitoring plantation sustainable maintenance activities (weeding, fertilization, pest and disease control)
Monitoring the application of recommended standards to ensure sustainable, high-quality latex production
Quality control of harvested latex and implementation of corrective measures in the event of non-compliance
Supervising the mapping and satellite monitoring systems to identify possible deforestation activities
Planning and coordinating missions within budget and deadlines.
You are a strategic thinker with strong planning skills, particularly in management areas related to agriculture, environmental, and social issues. You have a solid understanding of current challenges and the broader environment in which we operate, especially within the rubber industry. You demonstrate the ability to work effectively with businesses on management, supply chain, and certification matters. You proactively share knowledge to support team and partner development, and you possess excellent computer skills to facilitate your work.
Working Conditions
Diplomas: Higher education (Bac+5) in regenerative Agriculture, Environment, Economy, etc.
Experience: At least 5 years’ experience, including 3 in a similar position in rubber estates.
Language skills: Fluent in French (written & spoken); Good in English (written & spoken).
Type of Contract: One year contract with possibility of renewal. Full-time position.
Working conditions: Based in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.Office-based position (be able to do remote work/work from home when required). Regular travels to the field.
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.
To join this adventure, apply by sending a cover letter and CV via email to ivorycoast.recruitment@earthworm.org by May 19th, 2025. Successful candidates will be contacted via email or phone for an initial interview. The position will be open until filled. Only candidates who send a full application will be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
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