Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

What will you do and learn?

You will work in the technical team alongside sector experts in an international setting, gaining in-depth knowledge of responsible production and sourcing of agricultural commodities. After initial onboarding, you will take on client project tasks under the guidance of our experienced team of experts, contributing to our mission from day one.

You’ll play an important role in supporting the successful delivery of projects within your specified area. Whilst doing this you will develop an understanding of our project management systems and support the effective project management and control, including project planning, liaising with subcontractors, monitoring of time and budget, invoicing and supporting proposal development. As you progress your career at Proforest you will have the opportunity to specialise in certain areas, develop client relationships and advance your leadership skills.

Your role will include:

• Supporting Project Delivery Leads and Strategic Leads to deliver client projects within your team’s area (i.e., Responsible Sourcing, Collaboration, Landscape, Finance & Policy)Helping plan and track projects: Workplans, timelines, budget, using our project management tools
• Contributing to the delivery of high quality technical outputs, from data analysis and research reports to presentations and workshop materials
• Building technical expertise across commodities (e.g., Palm, Soy, Grains, Sugar, Cocoa) and issues (e.g., deforestation, climate adaptation, human rights)

Where this role can take you?

This is an entry-level role, designed as the first step towards becoming a Project Delivery Lead. With structured support and on-the job-learning, you will build both strong project management skills, and deep technical knowledge, taking more responsibility as you grow. Overtime you can also specialise in different commodities, issues and services.

Qualifications

About you 

We are recruiting several Assistant project Managers and welcome recent graduates – a Master degree is not required. This role suits someone organised, proactive, curious, and adaptable, who shared same sense of purpose.

Essential requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, forestry, climate mitigation and adaptation, environment, agriculture or human rights or a related field within agricultural commodity production
• Strong analytical, organisational, and time management skills
• Collaborative approach and high integrity standards
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to build relationships and present effectively
• Attention to details and ability to pick new technical topic quickly
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint and confidence using of AI responsibly

Desirable (not essential to have to be considered): 

• Additional language skills (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Indonesian, Malay)
• Any experience coordinating projects or events, including through internships, studies or volunteeringProject management experience
• Any exposure to agricultural commodity supply chains or sustainability work (e.g, Internships, dissertation, volunteering)
• Experience of agricultural production in the field, and of living/working in international environment

Additional Information

Why join us? 

• Be part of a global organisation with offices in 9 countries and colleagues from over 17 nationalities 

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (with 2 extra days if taken within the year) 

• Dedicated learning and development support, including access to training 

• Pension contribution (up to 8%), life insurance, and income protection 

• Regular team gatherings, knowledge exchanges, and social events 

• Hybrid working model with a minimum of two office days per week 

Key details 

• Location: Oxford (UK) or Leiden (Netherlands) Please note there is no parking at either office.
• Salary: £28,000 or €34,000 per annum (inc. holiday pay)
• Contract: 18-month fixed term, with potential for extension and promotion to a permanent role
• Closing date: 24th November 2026
• Interviews: Online, 30th November
• Please note you need to hold the relevant rights to work in either the UK or the Netherlands to be considered for this role

We are committed to supporting diversity throughout Proforest globally, ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive and therefore welcome applications from all. 

Compensation: 28000 to N/A (GBP) (YEARLY)