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Key Expert Bioeconomy, Forestry and Sustainable Value Chains (m/f/d)

Country:
Argentina
Location:
Argentina
Begin date:
By arrangement

 

We are an independent, agriculture-focused consulting company. Since 1981, we have been working for public and private clients in Germany and abroad. In the field of international development cooperation, we specialize in promoting sustainable agriculture and food security. On behalf of public and private clients, we plan, implement, and evaluate projects across Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Latin America.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a Key Expert for a trade project in Argentina (m/f/d) starting in September/October 2026. The technical focus is on agribusiness, agricultural trade (with a focus on the EU–Mercosur Agreement), and economic cooperation.

Your profile:

  • At least 5 years of professional experience
  • University degree in Agricultural Sciences, Forestry, Environmental Sciences, Economics, or a comparable field
  • At least 5 years of professional experience
  • Fluency in Spanish and good command of written and spoken English
  • Several years of experience in bioeconomy, sustainable agriculture, sustainable value chains, or the circular economy
  • Technical expertise in forestry, forest management, or forest-based bioeconomy
  • Experience in working with private sector stakeholders
  • Well-established network with relevant stakeholders in the agricultural, forestry, and bioeconomy sectors in Argentina
  • Experience in developing and promoting international cooperation between academia, the private sector, and public institutions
  • Knowledge of deforestation-free supply chains (EUDR), sustainability standards, and certification systems
  • Experience in developing market-oriented and sustainable business models in the field of bioeconomy is an asset

We offer:

  • An exciting and varied role in a dynamic and growing company
  • Competitive remuneration
  • International travel

Your application:

Please send your CV (no cover letter required), including your earliest possible starting date and salary expectations, with the subject line "Key Expert Bioeconomy (m/f/d)" to Ms. Katrin Dalitz at k.dalitz@iakleipzig.de and Mr. Michael Boedecker at m.boedecker@iakleipzig.de.

By submitting your application, you agree that, should your profile be suitable, we may include your details in our candidate pool and retain your data beyond the current recruitment process. If you do not wish us to do so, please indicate this explicitly in your application.