Our Company

ecosecurities is an impact-driven provider of environmental services with over 27 years of experience in carbon markets and emissions reduction projects around the world. At ecosecurities we are committed to developing high-quality carbon projects based on the principles of environmental integrity, transparency and good practices that contribute not only to climate change mitigation but also to sustainable and inclusive development. With a rapidly growing project portfolio, ecosecurities offers experience and tailored services in the origination, development and financing of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) projects that can access the voluntary and compliance carbon markets via REDD+, Restoration, Regenerative & Low-Carbon Agriculture, Energy and Blue Carbon mechanisms.

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the most established and high-growth companies in the carbon market. The Reforestation Officer will support the development and growth of one of ecosecurities most high-profile global projects: the Indigenous Peoples Forest Restoration Project in the Province of Bukidnon Province in the Philippines. The project aims to restore up to 27,000 hectares of ancestral domain lands owned by Indigenous Peoples, restore the habitats of Philippine Eagle, and provide opportunities to Indigenous Communities. For the right candidate, this is the opportunity to excel. Working with ecosecurities will give you the opportunity to join a fast-growing global organization in a rapidly expanding market. We are a dynamic organization working hard to make positive changes in the world. This is a junior-level role to be based in Bukidnon, reporting to the role of Project Manager (Forest Restoration).

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the reforestation activities and related project activities, in coordination with project partners, are conducted in a timely, transparent, and well-documented manner. The following are the key activities:
• Land use planning and participatory resource assessments (e.g., ground truthing, forest carbon, biodiversity, high conservation values, etc.).
• Identification and validation of seed production areas, and mother trees.
• Nursery establishment and planting, including activities such as designing planting models and nurseries, nursery construction, seedling or wildling collection, inventory, and productivity.
• Coordinate with project partners, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collate and submit requirements for DENR permits or approvals.
• Develop phenological and planting calendars of suitable reforestation species.
• Record and report data and information relevant to reforestation and seedling production, including survival rates and other key performance indicators.
• Meet annual performance targets related to the reforestation activities.
• Document key observations and lessons learned.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans by providing valuable insights and recommendations based on your understanding of stakeholder needs and interests.

Candidate Profile:

• Highly collaborative and eager to work across teams (located across geographies) to achieve the best results.
• Self-starter, able to work independently, and willing to work and grow in an entrepreneurial environment with a reputable brand within the global carbon markets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders with diverse backgrounds.
• Professional demeanor, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality when required.
• Able and eager to work mobile and remotely from time to time to monitor the project implementation.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Qualifications

Essential

• A degree in forestry, biology, environmental science, or related fields.
• Fluency (written and verbal) in local or regional language in Bukidnon Province.
• Fluency (written and verbal) in English.
• Demonstrated work experience in community-based forest restoration.
• Ability to network and engage current and new stakeholders, partners, and Indigenous communities.
• Flexibility to travel across multiple sites in Bukidnon Province.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and other relevant software applications.

Desirable

• Licensed forester.
• Local knowledge of stakeholders, as well as cultural, agricultural, and forest management in Bukidnon Province of the Philippines.
• Familiarity and/or proficiency in technical software and tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, RStudio, and other similar platforms.
• Carbon markets and carbon project development.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in natural resource management, forest conservation, agricultural development.

To Apply

At ecosecurities we are committed to cultivating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. It is our belief that we are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and ecosecurities’ achievement as well. In recruiting for our team, we welcome and encourage the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. Please send your resume and cover letter to hr@ecosecurities.com with Reforestation Officer (Bukidnon) in the subject line on or before 11 October 2024.