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Forestry Manager Romania (m/f/d)

Forest Stewardship Council

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Romania
Full time
Expert & Leadership (>10 years)
English

Other Skills

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    Accountability
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    Communication
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    Teamwork
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    Strategic Thinking
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    Relationship Building

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 10+ years of experience in forestry, sustainability, certification, or related fields with deep knowledge of the Romanian forestry sector and governance
  • Proven experience engaging with government and industry stakeholders; strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
  • FSC/certification experience is a strong plus; auditing experience is an advantage
  • Strong project management and execution capability with high independence and accountability

Requirements:

  • Drive Forest Management growth by developing and executing a national strategy to grow FSC Forest Management certification, building a pipeline of opportunities, expanding certified areas, and promoting group certification
  • Lead stakeholder engagement as FSC's primary contact for forest owners, government bodies, certification bodies, NGOs, and industry; establish relationships with government institutions and represent FSC in policy dialogues and public forums
  • Provide standards technical leadership by supporting implementation and evolution of the FSC Forest Stewardship Standard for Romania, offering technical guidance, and coordinating standard and risk assessment processes with stakeholder balance
  • Build capability and collaborate internally by delivering trainings and market awareness initiatives, promoting FSC, and aligning with European and global FSC teams on regional priorities and risks

Job description

The Scope

Shape the Future of Sustainable Forestry in Romania 

At Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), we are redefining how forests are managed globally — balancing environmental protection, social impact, and economic value. 

Romania is one of Europe’s most strategically important forest landscapes. With increasing regulatory attention, complex ownership structures, and high expectations on governance, FSC is strengthening its presence in the country. 

We are now looking for a Forestry Manager who combines technical expertise, stakeholder influence, and strategic thinking to drive FSC’s impact in Romania. 

 

The Opportunity 

This is not a purely technical role — it is a high-impact, externally facing position where you will: 

  • Expand FSC-certified forest area across Romania 
  • Influence policy, market dynamics, and stakeholder alignment
  • Act as a key representative of FSC in the national forest sector
  • Translate strategy into real, measurable impact on the ground

You will operate at the intersection of forestry, policy, and market development 

Main Roles & Responsibilities

Drive Forest Management Growth 

  • Develop and execute a national strategy to grow FSC Forest Management certification
  • Build and manage a pipeline of certification opportunities (state, private forests, smallholders) 
  • Expand FSC-certified forest area and number of certificate holders 
  • Unlock opportunities in group certification and address fragmented ownership structures

 

Lead Stakeholder Engagement 

  • Act as FSC’s primary contact for key stakeholders: forest owners, state forest administration, certification bodies, NGOs, and industry
  • Establish and maintain relationships with government institutions (e.g., Ministry of Environment, related parliament committees, Romsilva).
  • Represent FSC in policy dialogues, conferences, and public forums
  • Act as the main contact point for FM-related topics in Romania

 

Standards & Technical Leadership 

  • Support implementation and evolution of the FSC Forest Stewardship Standard for Romania
  • Provide technical guidance to stakeholders 
  • Coordinate the Forest Stewardship Standard and the Risk Assessment development or revision processes, ensuring chamber balance and stakeholder inclusion

Build Capability & Market Awareness 

  • Deliver trainings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement initiatives
  • Promote FSC through communication and knowledge sharing
  • Strengthen awareness of FSC value across the sector 

 

Collaborate & Influence Internally 

  • Work closely with European and global FSC teams
  • Contribute to regional initiatives and strategic priorities 
  • Provide insights on risks, opportunities, and market developments
  • Build trust and strong partnership in teams
  • Perform additional tasks as agreed with the National Representative, and the Regional FM Manager, Europe

Your profile

You are a credible and well-connected forestry professional with the ability to navigate complexity and influence diverse stakeholders. 


✔️ Experience 

  • 10+ years inforestry, sustainability, certification, or related fields
  • Strong understanding of the Romanian forestry sector and governance landscape
  • Experience engaging with government and industry stakeholders
  • FSC or certification experience is a strong plus 

 

✔️ Skills 

  • Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
  • Ability to combine technical expertise with strategic thinking
  • Project management and execution capability 
  • Government engagement experience in the field of forestry
  • Auditing experience is advantage
  • High levelof independence and accountability 

 

✔️ Education & Languages 

  • Degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related field 
  • Fluency in Romanian and English

Why us?

  • Play a key role in shaping sustainable forestry in Romania
  • Influence policy, markets, and environmental outcomes
  • Be part of a global, mission-driven organization
  • Work in a high-impact, visible role with real responsibility

The Fine Print

Additional Information 

  • Location: Romania 
  • Full-time (40 hours/week) 
  • Contract: 2 years (extension possible) 
  • ✈️Travel: Frequent within Romania + occasional European travel 

 

Apply Now 

If you are motivated by impact, thrive in complex environments, and want to shape the future of forestry in Romania — we would love to hear from you. 
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