Job Description

Location: China

Reports to: Senior Performance and Standard Manager, FSC China

FSC China is looking for a Senior System Solutions Officer(P4)/Manager (P5) to reinforce its technical work.

About FSC

As the world’s most trusted sustainable forest management solution, FSC works to take care of our forests and those who rely on them: by protecting plant and animal species, Indigenous Peoples’ rights, forest workers’ safety, and much more. We achieve this through FSC certification, ensuring forests around the world are responsibly managed. For more information on FSC, visit our website at www.fsc.org, or cn.fsc.org.

Products carrying the FSC label are independently certified to assure consumers that they come from forests that are managed to meet the social, economic and ecological needs of present and future generations.

FSC certification started in China in 1998 and since 2006 has grown rapidly with over 26,000 Chain of Custody certificates and 3 million Ha of certified forest. More information is available at cn.fsc.org

The Scope

The Senior System Solutions Officer/Manager is responsible for supporting/leading the localization and implementation of FSC's system solution tools in China. This role focuses on providing crucial project coordination, technical expertise, and administrative support, with a primary emphasis on the FSC TRACE (block chain) platform and integrity-related activities.

Main Roles and Responsibilities：

• To plan, implement, and report on FSC Trace Roll-out (for Manager)
• To organize workshops and trainings independently and effectively, including but not limited to event planning, implementation, review and reporting.
• To coordinate with internal and external experts in China, regionally and internationally to develop guides, training materials as requested.
• To develop and deliver online and offline information sessions on FSC Trace;
• To conduct research and surveys to feed into the planning and improvement of FSC Trace.
• To coordinate public consultations with Chinese stakeholders in relation to FSC solutions and tools.
• To analyze and respond to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders related to FSC Trace and integrity issues.
• To manage vendor selection, negotiation and support procurement process for the roll out project.
• To collate, translate and draft communication pieces on updates of FSC Trace or Integrity related issues;
• Additional tasks as agreed with FSC China

Reporting line and Coordination

The FSC China Senior System Solutions Officer/Manager reports to the FSC China Senior Performance and Standard Manager.

The FSC China Senior System Solutions Officer/Manager coordinates with the other business teams at FSC China, FSC Asia Pacific Regional Office, and FSC International.

Qualification and Experience

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Public Administration, Training, or related discipline.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in standards, certification systems, sustainable development, training, or a related field （8 years for Manager）.
• Previous experience with FSC, EUDR compliance, or system integrity is a distinct advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Project & Event Management: Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects and organize multi-stakeholder events from planning through to reporting.
• Communication & Training: Excellent presentation and facilitation skills, with experience designing and delivering effective online and in-person training.
• Analytical & Technical: Strong analytical ability to address technical inquiries and produce clear, concise reports and communications.
• Language: Full professional proficiency in English and Chinese, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Able to work both independently and within a multicultural, multidisciplinary, and multilingual team.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven skill in working collaboratively and effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, results-driven, and able to efficiently manage multiple priorities. A proactive individual who excels both independently and in a team setting.

Terms and Conditions

• Location: Beijing, China
• Working Hours: 40 hours/week
• Contract Start Date: As soon as possible
• Contract Duration: 1 year, with possibility of extension
• Travel: Domestic travel required; occasional regional or international travel may be necessary
• Rate: Commensurate with experience

Means of Application

• Application Deadline: Midday, March 5 2026
• Please submit your CV and letter of interest to hr@cn.fsc.org with the subject line: Application: FSC China Senior System Solutions Officer /Manager
• Please include your salary expectations in your application.

Due to resource constraints, only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be further contacted and will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process.

Please be informed, that by applying for this position you automatically accept that we collect and process your personal data for recruitment assessment purpose.

We look forward to your application!