Job Description

Are you passionate about forestry and sustainable land management? Do you want to make a positive impact on sustainability by ensuring businesses meet the right standards and address environmental concerns? If so, you may be the ideal candidate for our Forestry Coordinator role based in Canada.

This position requires residence in Eastern Canada (exact location flexible). This is a fully remote position with travel up to 40% of the time throughout Canada.

What you can expect:

The overall function of this position is to uphold Preferred by Nature's mission to support better land management and business practices that benefit people, nature and the climate. As a Forestry Coordinator, you'll work within your team to collectively provide client management and auditing services to forestry and supply chain clients. You'll be directly involved in all aspects of forestry and supply chain certification assessments and audits including scheduling, project management, customer service, technical guidance, consultant management, and quality control.

Role Progression:

Working with Preferred by Nature is very much about your growth. We support continuous learning through professional development and career paths aimed at helping you grow in your career.


Within three months, you will:

Complete comprehensive training in our systems, FSC/PEFC/SFI standards, and certification protocols Begin managing a small portfolio of existing clients under supervision Participate in audits as a team member to gain hands-on experience Establish key working relationships across our North American team
Within six months, you will:

Take primary responsibility for managing 3-5 certification projects independently Serve as lead auditor for smaller-scale assessments with senior staff support Develop expertise in your chosen certification scheme and begin cross-training Contribute to client recruitment efforts in your assigned market segments
Within one year, you will:

Independently manage a full portfolio of 8-10 forestry and supply chain clients Qualify as RRA reviewer and conduct peer reviews for other auditors Lead client recruitment strategy development for your market segments Contribute to policy development and technical improvements to certification

Essential Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in forestry, Natural Resource Management, Forest Ecology, or related field Minimum of 2 years of field experience in forestry, forest ecology or related areas Knowledge of Chain of Custody (CoC) and sustainability certifications (FSC, SFI, PEFC) Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle competing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong computer skills (word processing, databases, spreadsheets) and presentation skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment High adaptability to work across diverse client needs and certification requirements

Reside in Eastern Canada

(exact location flexible) Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time throughout Canada, with a priority focus on French-speaking Canada Bilingual proficiency in English and French Ability to work in field conditions that may require exposure to difficult terrain and hot, dry, or cold, inclement weather

Would also be great, but not necessary, if you have:

Master's degree in forestry or related field Silviculture and harvesting experience Direct auditing experience in FSC or similar certification programs Environmental management system auditor training experience Experience with forest products, agriculture or sustainable biomass projects

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

What Sets Us Apart:

Global work culture 24 days of paid vacation Competitive salary Work from home and flexible working hours An in-depth onboarding and professional training that prepares you with the right skills and knowledge to thrive in this role Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development Potential future international travel opportunities A friendly, international team of colleagues, with a pleasant work environment
Extended benefit package

Preferred by Nature

Preferred by Nature is a non-profit, mission driven organisation that works for sustainable land management and climate-friendly solutions. With 350+ employees and a network of local experts, we develop practical solutions to drive positive impacts in production landscapes and supply chains in 100+ countries. We focus on forest and climate impact commodities and related sectors.

How to apply:

If you feel you meet the requirements of the role, please submit your CV and cover letter (in English and French), including salary expectations by 21 November 2025.


Application pre-screening will be conducted during the application period.


Preferred by Nature wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.



Department
Sustainability Certification (SCE)
Role
FOR - Forestry
Locations
Canada
Remote status
Fully Remote

About Preferred by Nature

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Preferred by Nature is a non-profit organisation that works for sustainable land use and climate-friendly solutions. With 300+ staff around the world, our projects build capacity, raise awareness, conserve nature and streamline sustainability through innovation.



Founded in 1994
Co-workers +300