Sustainability Manager

ofi is an operating group born out of Olam, offers sustainable, natural, value-added food products and ingredients so that consumers can enjoy the healthy and indulgent products they love. It consists of industry-leading businesses of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices. Operating in Vietnam since 1997, ofi Vietnam has grown into one of the country's leading exporters of cashew, pepper, and coffee products, with a nationwide presence and multiple manufacturing facilities across Central and Southern Vietnam. With over 4,500 employees, ofi Vietnam continues to invest in its people through employee engagement initiatives, a diverse and inclusive culture, and talent development programs that drive performance and productivity. The company also works closely with thousands of farmers through its direct and indirect sourcing network, bringing its 'Choices for Change' sustainability strategy and ambitious 2030 commitments to life.

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced Sustainability Program Manager with agronomic expertise and a passion for creating lasting social and environmental impact across Vietnam's Central Highlands. This role is responsible for leading the implementation of a sustainable coffee program supporting 5,000 coffee farming households across the Central Highlands, with the objective of promoting regenerative agriculture, climate resilience, market compliance, and improved farmer livelihoods.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, manage, and develop a team of 15 Agronomy Field Officers.
• Serve as the technical lead for regenerative coffee production, including providing agronomic guidance to farmers and building the capacity of field teams.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders to implement community development activities aimed at improving livelihoods and strengthening climate resilience for participating farmers, particularly in remote and economically disadvantaged areas.
• Coordinate activities to ensure compliance with AtSource Sustainable Coffee Program requirements and support the implementation of independent project assessments and evaluations.
• Develop work plans, monitor implementation progress, prepare reports, oversee data collection, analyze program performance and impact, and compile stories, photos, and other communication materials.
• Ad-hoc tasks as assigned by Management Team.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the coffee sector and/or sustainable agriculture.
• Proven experience managing field teams and large-scale development projects.
• Capacity to train field staff and farmers on sustainable agricultural practices.
• Experience working with rural communities, particularly in remote areas, is an advantage.
• Proficiency in both Vietnamese and English.
• High level of integrity and a strong passion for sustainability and community development.
• High mobility, willing to travel to project sites and farming communities.
• Location: Based within the project implementation area in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, with preference for candidates located in Dak Nong, Lam Dong, Gia Lai, or Kon Tum provinces.

Our Purpose is to “be the change for good food and a healthy future”. At ofi , we celebrate our diversity. ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions will be based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.