Sustainability Project Coordinator - SEA Field Roles

Proforest; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Arrangement

Insurance Coverage

Leave Entitlement

Technical & Travel Support

Job summary

Proforest Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Lead in delivering consultancy services across Southeast Asia, based in Kuala Lumpur. The role includes coordinating projects, managing timelines, preparing reports, and engaging with clients and partners.

Travel to SEA region is expected as part of fieldwork. The position is a full-time fixed-term contract starting January 2027, offering a dynamic environment for developing project management, technical, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline and 1–3 years in international agricultural or supply chains is advantageous.
• Strong time-management, problem-solving and organisational abilities are required.
• Excellent English and Bahasa Malaysia communication skills, with ability to present and write quality reports.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Lead in managing consultancy services for clients.
• Coordinate projects, schedule meetings, prepare reports.
• Contribute to proposals and workplans while developing client understanding.
• Conduct research, deliver training, assessments, and stakeholder engagement.
• Travel and fieldwork in SEA region.
• Assist in project administration and flag issues promptly.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Multicultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

NDPE

HREDD

GIS

TNFD

FPIC

Job description

Proforest Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Lead in delivering consultancy services across Southeast Asia, based in Kuala Lumpur. The role includes coordinating projects, managing timelines, preparing reports, and engaging with clients and partners.

Travel to SEA region is expected as part of fieldwork. The position is a full-time fixed-term contract starting January 2027, offering a dynamic environment for developing project management, technical, and