Provincial Advisor for The Sustainable Coffee Exchange Project

SNV (www.snv.org) is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

SNV has been working in Viet Nam since 1995 and currently has over 50 national and international staff. SNV Viet Nam operates from a head office in Ha Noi and projects in over 20 provinces in the country, including in the poorest and most remote areas.

Job Summary

Join SNV as Provincial ESG Advisor for the Sustainable Coffee Exchange, a 3-year initiative (2026–2029) co-implemented by SNV and the Management and Sustainable Development Institute (MSD), with funding from EuropeAid and JDE.

The project will strengthen adoption and application of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices within the coffee sector in Lam Dong and Son La provinces of Viet Nam. Working with 50 MSMEs, cooperatives, business associations, and civil society groups, the project will:

• Build the capacity of MSMEs and cooperatives to adopt improved ESG practices.
• Facilitate access to investment for ESG integration into coffee value chains.
• Strengthen the role of civil society and non-state actors (NSAs) in promoting responsible business.
• Contribute to coffee and environmental platforms for multi-stakeholder dialogue with local government to enable a supportive ecosystem for ESG adoption.

The Provincial ESG Advisor will be responsible for supporting the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices by MSMEs, cooperatives, and civil society organisations in Son La.

Working under the guidance of the Project Manager and Senior ESG Advisor, the Provincial ESG Advisor will implement capacity-building activities, conduct ESG risk assessments, support the rollout of the ESG scorecard and action plans, and facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues. They will also liaise with local government agencies, business associations, and community groups to ensure locally tailored ESG approaches.

Capacity Building & Technical Support

• Deliver ESG training and tailored coaching for MSMEs, cooperatives, business associations, and CSOs.
• Support the application of the ESG scorecard and development of ESG action plans at enterprise and cooperative level.
• Provide advisory services to MSMEs and cooperatives on ESG adoption and compliance with EU and national requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the focal point for local government agencies, cooperatives, and business associations in the province.
• Facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues and local coordination platforms on ESG practices.
• Strengthen community and civil society engagement through supporting Citizen-Generated Data Initiatives (CGDIs).

Implementation Support

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the ESG Resource Hub with locally relevant content.
• Lead stakeholder mapping effort for their respective province.
• Identify and document good practices, lessons learned, and case studies from the province.
• Support organisation of provincial-level events, including investor matchmaking and ESG leadership recognition.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Collect and analyse ESG-related data from MSMEs, cooperatives, and CSOs in the province.
• Provide regular updates to the Project Manager on progress, challenges, and risks.
• Contribute to donor and SNV reporting with provincial case studies and results.

• Vietnamese citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• At least 5 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability, responsible business, or agricultural value chains.
• Experience working directly with MSMEs, cooperatives, and CSOs at provincial or community level.
• Strong facilitation and training skills.
• Good written and spoken English

Competencies

• Knowledge of ESG frameworks, standards, and EU-related regulations (EUDR, CSRD).
• Experience in the coffee sector or other agricultural commodities.
• Proven ability to build partnerships with government agencies, private sector, and civil society actors.
• Strong data collection and reporting skills.
• Willingness to travel within the province and occasionally to Hanoi.

Contract Duration: SNV Viet Nam offers a one-year contract with the possibility of extension.

Report Line: Project Manager – The Sustainable Coffee Exchange

Desired start date: May 2026

Working at SNV:

SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org/careers.

How to Apply:

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation before 5.00pm on 09th April 2026.

SNV reserves the right to close the vacancy before the indicated deadline if the appropriate candidate is identified.

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