This officer helps SIPEF turn sustainability information from its international operations into consistent, reviewable reporting. The role spans reporting processes and systems, with a practical focus on making data collection, documentation and internal controls work across the Group.
The work connects corporate disclosures with agricultural operations in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and Côte d’Ivoire. SIPEF reports on traceable, certified palm products and bananas, while its sustainability commitments include environmental protection, human rights and community outcomes. Reliable data and clear governance help explain progress and support scrutiny under requirements such as CSRD and ESRS.
This suits someone with several years in ESG reporting, assurance or compliance who enjoys improving systems as much as interpreting standards, and can work carefully with colleagues across functions and countries.
Job FAQs
What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?
The role coordinates sustainability data collection, validation and consolidation across SIPEF’s operating units and corporate functions, then supports disclosures for the Integrated Annual Report and other requests. It also maintains reporting workflows, controls, evidence and documentation in systems such as Workiva.
Further work includes monitoring CSRD, ESRS and other requirements, supporting assurance engagements and corrective actions, and maintaining policies and materials related to human rights and environmental due diligence. The broader aim is consistent reporting and sustainability management across the Group.
Key learning opportunities for this job
The role could build practical knowledge of CSRD and ESRS implementation, sustainability assurance, data governance and reporting systems such as Workiva. Working with different operating units may also provide insight into how reporting standards apply to agricultural operations and certification requirements.
There may be opportunities to develop project coordination, user training and process improvement skills through system updates and Group sustainability programmes. The posting does not specify formal training, mentorship or certification support.
How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?
The posting seeks a master’s degree in sustainability, environmental management, business, economics or a related discipline, with approximately 4-7 years of relevant experience in sustainability reporting, ESG, management systems, assurance or compliance. Familiarity with CSRD and ESRS is useful, while Workiva or comparable reporting platforms are an advantage.
The work also calls for strong analytical, organisational and project management skills, clear English communication, and confidence handling deadlines and data. A collaborative, independent approach across functions, countries and cultures would be valuable.
Advice to stand out and make a successful application
Use the motivation letter to connect specific experience with the role’s combination of reporting, systems and assurance. Give concrete examples of coordinating ESG data, improving a reporting workflow, maintaining audit evidence or applying CSRD and ESRS requirements; explain your own contribution and the result.
If you have used Workiva or a similar platform, name the relevant tasks, such as workflow administration, evidence management or user support. Show how you communicate with colleagues across teams, and be prepared to discuss how you would maintain consistent documentation across SIPEF’s geographically dispersed operations.
What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?
The role is likely to focus on the governance and information systems behind SIPEF’s sustainability commitments. Its direct remit is reporting quality, regulatory alignment, assurance readiness and documentation, including human rights and environmental due diligence.
That work supports transparency on a business producing palm products and bananas, with certified and traceable supply chains and operations in several countries. The officer would help make sustainability information consistent and reviewable, rather than owning plantation-level environmental or social programmes directly.
What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?
One challenge could be obtaining comparable, well-supported data from operating units across countries, functions and agricultural contexts. Reporting deadlines, evolving CSRD and ESRS requirements, and assurance requests may also compete for time.
The role must balance accurate documentation and control with usable reporting systems and processes. Maintaining consistent policies and evidence across operations with different local conditions and certification requirements could require careful coordination.
How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?
A day could include checking incoming sustainability data, following up on gaps with colleagues, and updating reporting workflows or evidence in Workiva. The officer may also review draft disclosures, track regulatory changes or prepare documentation for an assurance request.
Other work could involve a meeting with corporate functions or operating units to clarify a metric, update a procedure or review programme progress. Priorities may shift around reporting deadlines, assessment requests and occasional travel to SIPEF’s operations.
What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?
The position could deepen expertise in sustainability reporting standards, assurance, data systems and governance, with exposure to corporate reporting and institutional engagement. Taking responsibility for reporting improvements or system changes may also build project leadership and cross-functional coordination skills.
Experience across the Group’s operations could support later moves into ESG reporting leadership, sustainability systems, compliance or broader sustainability management. The posting describes professional growth opportunities but does not specify a promotion path or formal development programme.
The main stakeholders you might be interacting with
The officer is likely to work with SIPEF’s global sustainability team, corporate functions and sustainability contacts in operating units. These interactions would support data collection, disclosure preparation, policy alignment and programme updates.
Other stakeholders could include assurance providers, sustainability ratings organisations and parties making information requests. Because the position covers reporting and governance, it may also involve senior management and colleagues connected to corporate affairs, investor relations or compliance.
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