Job Description

Reference number: 2613
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Consultancy
Duty station: Bogor, Indonesia
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Consultant - Innovative Financing Data Assistant

Overview

Under the guidance and supervision of a Green Financing and Sustainable Financing Officer from World Agroforestry (ICRAF), the temporary staff will engage in data collection on forest and agricultural financing across RCP countries. This work aims to gather information on types of financing mechanisms for forest and agricultural sectors, as well as conduct stakeholder mapping to develop a comprehensive database. The findings will contribute to the creation of a baseline study and maps that identify high-potential areas for bankable primary forest conservation projects across diverse forest types in RCP countries, including forestry, agriculture, and forest commodity projects. Through this assignment, participants will gain practical experience in innovative financing for forest and agricultural projects, systematic reviews, and data scraping to support landscape management planning in RCP countries.

Duties and responsibilities

The objective of this assignment is to support the ICRAF Green and Sustainable Financing team in collecting, compiling, and analysing data on forest and agricultural financing mechanisms across RCP countries. The consultant will assist in developing a comprehensive database of financing instruments and stakeholders, contributing to a baseline study and high-potential area maps for bankable primary forest conservation projects.

The consultant shall undertake the following tasks:

Assist in collecting and compiling data on forest and agriculture financing mechanisms in 5 countries
Identify types of financing schemes (e.g., public, private, blended, or innovative financing) in 5 countries
Assist in developing and maintaining a database of financing instruments and stakeholders.
Perform literature reviews and systematic reviews on forest and agriculture financing mechanisms in 5 countries
Assist in data scraping and extraction from online financial and project databases.
Participate in team meetings, share progress updates, and document research findings.
Be available to work at the ICRAF Indonesia office in Bogor.

Outputs: A comprehensive, searchable database compiling forest and agriculture financing schemes; a summarized stakeholder directory identifying key actors in green and sustainable financing, including government institutions, financial bodies, NGOs, and private sector partners; and a final consultancy report summarizing learning experiences, methodologies, and contributions to the project.

Education, knowledge and experience

• Active student in the final semester or a recent graduate (Bachelor’s degree) in Economics, Statistics, Natural Resource and Environmental Economics, Forestry, Agriculture, Natural Resource and Environmental Management, or related field
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply
• Basic understanding of economics and data analysis
• Ability to organize and manage data effectively
• Basic knowledge of ecosystem services, agriculture, non-timber forest products, forest products, and related commodities

Terms and conditions

• This is a consultancy position
• The consultancy services shall be for a period from 20 April 2026 to 20 September 2026
• Work location: Bogor, Indonesia

To learn more about CIFOR-ICRAF, please visit our websites at: https://www.cifor.org and www.worldagroforestry.org
CIFOR-ICRAF promotes Gender Diversity – Applications from women professionals are encouraged.
CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.