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Chain of Custody Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Forest Stewardship Council U.S. National Office (FSC-US) seeks a highly motivated manager to oversee the FSC chain of custody (CoC) system in the United States.

FSC’s CoC system tracks FSC-certified material through the supply chain — from the forest to the consumer — including all stages of processing, transformation, manufacturing and distribution.

This full-time position, based at our Minneapolis headquarters, will manage the full range of national office activities supporting our CoC system. The FSC CoC system ensures FSC-certified products sold throughout the supply chain and to end users come from only FSC eligible inputs based on the transfer, percentage, and/or credit systems. Creating efficient, business-friendly tools that both increase trade in FSC-certified products and maintain the integrity of the certification system is critical to the continued success of the FSC. With the U.S. representing 25% of forest products demand worldwide, successful implementation will have positive impacts across the U.S., North America, and internationally.

The Chain of Custody Manager will engage with FSC-International regarding FSC CoC-related policies and standards, develop and coordinate sector-specific guidance documents and training modules, and engage with current and potential FSC CoC certificate holders to ensure consistency and understanding throughout the certification process.

POSITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chain of Custody Manager will be responsible for all day-to-day activities related to the FSC CoC certification program and report to the President. The successful applicant must be able to work independently and as part of the national team of FSC-US staff, and be exceptionally skilled in serving FSC’s stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent analytical skills and ideally have certification and/or compliance experience, as well as a passion for forest conservation. They should be ambitious and highly self-motivated, with a team-focused spirit and the motivation to help build the capacity and reach of this quickly growing organization. Key responsibilities include the following:

• Engage with current and potential FSC CoC certificate holders and other stakeholders to ensure integrity within the CoC system.
• Coordinate and develop sector-specific guidance documents and training modules.
• Engage with FSC-US key accounts relating to their supply chain and the CoC certification process.
• Engage with FSC-International and other National Offices regarding FSC CoC-related policies and standards.
• Assist and support FSC US regional staff with market linkages and network development.
• Assist with potential trademark fraud investigations.
• Represent FSC-US at virtual and actual in-person events.
• Other tasks as requested by management.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and at least 3-5 years of related experience in chain of custody certification, forest products, or related similar industries.
• Comprehensive understanding of chain of custody certification, trademark usage, or other compliance related fields.
• Successful experience in developing, directing and managing multiple projects.
• Proven organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail, ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet deadlines, and flexibility to changing situations and priorities.
• A customer service mindset, including the ability to be courteous, personable, and tactful when dealing with FSC’s full range of stakeholders.
• Practice an individual commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility in the workplace.

BENEFITS

Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience. FSC-US has a competitive benefits package and 403b plan.

TO APPLY

Please email your resume, cover letter, writing samples and/or portfolio to:
Lori Knosalla, FSC-US
l.knosalla@us.fsc.org
Please reference “Chain of Custody Manager” in the subject line of your email.

Applications are accepted through May 14, 2012.

Advocacy Director

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Forest Stewardship Council — United States seeks a dynamic and experienced advocacy officer in Washington, DC to develop, design and implement the FSC’s advocacy strategy. The successful candidate will combine experience in advocacy strategies with sound knowledge of exemplary forest management policies and the FSC standards, translating that knowledge into effective advocacy to influence industry and government decision making. He/She will also work with FSC International to promote, where applicable, relevant policies that have an international dimension or impact.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Policy development:

• Monitor federal legislation and regulatory issues that impact the wood, paper and biofuels industries primarily in the US but also abroad, recommend US policy positions on issues of interest, and implement strategies to accomplish the FSC US’s legislative objectives.
• Develop and implement the FSC’s political engagement strategy with federal, state and local elected officials, regulatory agencies and key policymakers through ethical lobbying and accurate communications.
• Write comprehensive reports, fact sheets and white papers for release to decision-makers and the media.

Advocacy:

• Bring problems/solutions to the attention of decision-makers—including state legislators, people in the Executive branch, NGO’s and industry and trade organizations.
• Represent the interests of the FSC before trade organizations, Congress, the federal government, state legislatures and regulators, NGO’s and municipal governments.
• Build relationships with federal, state and local authorities, public sector purchasing, regulatory agency heads, and key policymakers.
• Lead FSC’s efforts to create and maintain high standards in public and private sector green purchasing polices and standards, working in concert with key environmental and social NGO’s, forest products industry associations, and other relevant industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the FSC International Chief Advocacy Officer on the international dimension of FSC US advocacy.

Campaign Strategy:

• Create a plan to win on our key campaigns; strategize how to gain political support for our agenda through coalition-building, grassroots organizing, media publicity, endorsements and key message development.
• Identify public speaking opportunities with audiences important to the work of the FSC and develop public events that advance the organization’s program and advocacy goals.
• Communicate government relations and advocacy activities to the FSC membership, board and partners.

Other:

• Collaborate with the organization’s programmatic and communications teams to develop advocacy materials for a range of audiences. This includes position papers and briefing memos for industry, NGO’s and government and at times, material for the media.
• Collaborate closely on all tasks with the FSC International Chief Advocacy Officer. Actively support and contribute to the FSC’s fundraising efforts and reporting requirements as needed.
• Periodic travel to Minneapolis, MN and other locations as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 7–10 years progressive work experience with US forest issues and environmental advocacy; Master’s Degree in forest management, political science, public policy, law or related field strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; a proven ability to communicate effectively and to produce persuasive advocacy materials for a range of audiences.
• Solid diplomatic skills; must be able to manage a variety of internal and external relationships in a cross-cultural professional environment and represent the organization with senior level officials and other policy makers.
• Strong coordination and organization skills; Advocacy Officer must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Solid computer skills: ability to work effectively and accurately with MS Word, Excel, and social media applications.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of legislative processes and have a proven track record of successful legislative advocacy efforts.
• Current relationships with elected officials, agency heads and policymakers with an ability and willingness to extend contact networks among a wide range of stakeholders.
• Understanding of, agreement with, and sensitivity for, the multi-stakeholder nature of FSC and the resulting decision making and accountability procedures.
• Prior relevant experience with timber, paper or biofuels sector and/or social or environmental NGO is preferred.
• Must possess a strong commitment to environmental protection combined with a thorough understanding of the business imperative behind responsible forest management practices.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, drafting of policy reports, briefing papers and experience with policy analysis.
• Ability to identify relevant issues, formulate policy options and make recommendations.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary for this position is commensurate with the relevant professional experience and/or advanced degrees that a candidate possesses. A competitive benefits package includes health and dental care coverage, paid vacation and retirement.

Reporting structure: This position reports to the Chief Marketing Officer and will also work closely with the President of FSC US.

TO APPLY

Please email your resume and cover letter to:
Lori Knosalla, Project Manager, FSC-US
l.knosalla@us.fsc.org
Please reference “FSC-US Advocacy Director” in the subject line of your email.

Applications are accepted until 8:00am CST, Monday, April 16, 2012.

Special Projects and Operations Intern

POSITION OVERVIEW

FSC-US seeks an accomplished intern to support program operations, including research, analysis, marketing and administration.

POSITION & RESPONSIBILTIES

The Intern will conduct research, analysis and manage or support special projects. He/she will assist staff in the maintenance of the FSC-US database as well as other tasks. This position is located at our Minneapolis office and requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for at least a six-month period. FSC-US will pay a $10/hour stipend and cover all direct expenses.

The ideal candidate should be ambitious and team-oriented, with a passion for forest conservation, social equity and market transformation. Exact Duties may change, dependent on the candidate’s experience. Proposed projects will include:

• Conduct market research and analysis in various forest products industry sectors (commodity and specialty building materials, furniture, paper, tissue, packaging, etc.).
• Identify and conduct research on financing mechanisms that support forest owners in achieving FSC certification.
• Conduct research on “stepwise” programs to achieving FSC certification.
• Create a directory of organizations that reference FSC in procurement or sustainability policies.
• Provide database support to staff, inputting information with the goal of expanding the FSC contact network, managing existing contacts, and managing various campaigns.
• Follow and create updates for staff on relevant social media sites (e.g. Facebook, Twitter).
• Manage and direct stakeholder inquiries from the FSC info lines.
• Assist with event coordination and other administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate will currently be a student and commit to a minimum six-month period. They will also have:

• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize time, work independently, manage diverse activities, and meet deadlines.
• Technical savvy, resourcefulness, and assertive communication skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility to changing situations and priorities.

TO APPLY

please email your resume, cover letter and writing sample to:
Lori Knosalla, FSC-US
l.knosalla@us.fsc.org.
Please reference “FSC-US Special Projects Intern” in the subject line of your email.

Applications are accepted through April 16, 2012.