Are you a forestry professional who enjoys working in the field, engaging with clients, and supporting responsible forest management Do you thrive in a role that combines auditing, project coordination, and sustainability impact If so, you might be the ideal fit for this role.
What You Can Expect
Preferred by Nature is looking for a Forestry Supply Chain Specialist in Viet Nam to support certification services and strengthen responsible forestry practices. You will conduct audits, manage certification processes, and work closely with clients to ensure compliance with sustainability standards. This role combines fieldwork, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination, contributing directly to improved forest management and sustainable supply chains.
Working with us is never routine so the first year you can expect the following areas to be central to your work.
- Conduct SBP, FSC, and PEFC certification audits and assessments
- Plan and manage audit schedules and logistics
- Prepare audit reports and documentation
- Manage certification processes for assigned client portfolio
- Coordinate with internal teams and external auditors
- Provide client guidance on certification standards and requirements
- Support operational processes and administrative coordination
Your first year with us
Within Three Months, You Will
- Build understanding of Preferred by Nature certification systems and audit procedures
- Support audit planning, scheduling, and report drafting
- Establish relationships with internal teams and key clients
Within six months, you will:
- Conduct desk audits and participate in on-site audits
- Manage selected certification projects and audit assignments
- Provide client guidance on certification processes
Within one year, you will:
- Independently manage a portfolio of certification clients
- Lead full audit cycles from planning to reporting
- Contribute to improving audit efficiency and service delivery
Important that you:
- Have a degree in forestry, biology, environmental management, or related field
- Bring approximately three years of experience in forestry or environmental management
- Are comfortable conducting audits and field visits
- Have strong communication skills in Vietnamese and English
- Are comfortable working independently and travelling nationwide
- Bring strong integrity and professionalism in auditing work
- Are motivated by sustainability and Preferred by Nature's mission
Would also be great, but not necessary, if you:
- Have experience with SBP, FSC, or PEFC certification
- Have previous auditing experience
- Have experience working with certification or sustainability standards
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
What Sets Us Apart
- Global work culture
- High degree of flexibility - remote work, work from home.
- An in-depth onboarding and professional training that prepares you with the right skills and knowledge to thrive in this role.
- Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development
- Potential future international travel opportunities
- A friendly, international team of colleagues, with a pleasant work environment
- Start with 20 days of vacation leave per year
Preferred By Nature
Preferred by Nature is a non-profit, mission driven organisation that works for sustainable land management and climate-friendly solutions. With 300+ employees and a network of local experts, we develop practical solutions to drive positive impacts in production landscapes and supply chains in 100+ countries. We focus on forest and climate impact commodities and related sectors.
How To Apply
If you feel you meet the requirements of the role, please submit your application, including salary expectations by latest 12th June 2026 via the application form below.
Application pre-screening will be conducted during the application period.
Preferred by Nature wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
