Forestry Partnership Specialist

Yayasan Konservasi Alam Nusantara (YKAN) is a non-profit organization which was established in Indonesia in 2014. With the mission to protect lands and water on which all life depends, YKAN provides innovative solutions for realizing harmony between nature and humans, through effective management, non-confrontational approaches, and building collaborative partnerships with all stakeholders for a sustainable Indonesia.

Together with YKAN,
The Forestry Partnership Specialist develops relationships and manages collaboration among forest concessions, government agencies, academia, and community representatives for multi‑business forestry . The role includes planning and supporting conservation programs within sustainable forest management in Bentala Kalimantan and other regions.

Are you passionate about being a part of a group of dedicated employees who are united by our mission to preserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. The Forestry Partnership Specialist leads the development and implementation of multi‑business forestry strategies at concession and landscape levels. The role involves identifying potential non‑timber commodities and ecosystem services, fostering collaboration among forest concessions, government agencies, academia, and communities, and translating strategies into effective field implementation.

The Specialist also supports the creation of community–concession business partnerships, facilitates regular stakeholder dialogues, maintains documentation of agreements and processes, and strengthens inclusive governance for sustainable forest resource utilization. This position requires close coordination with YKAN’s Community Development and Policy teams to ensure equitable and meaningful partnerships.

This position is based in Samarinda, with travel to villages, concessions in Bentala Kalimantan, and other cities.

If you’re the person, drop us your CV and cover letter. We’d love to talk to you.

• BA/BS degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience in community‑based commodity business practice or equivalent combination of educations and experience with land‑based businesses and community empowerment.
• Experience negotiating complex agreements.
• Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
• Good communication and understanding skills via written, spoken, and graphical means in English.
• Experience with principles of human right approach.

We offer a competitive benefits package including health care benefits & life insurance, annual leave, hybrid work, a positive work culture, and the opportunities to support people and nature in Indonesia.