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Temporary
bachelor degree
Hybrid working structure, 30 vacation days yearly, Regional transportation ticket, Cross-cultural collaboration, Networking opportunities
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Head of Dispute Resolution provides strategic leadership for FSC's dispute resolution programmes, including policy implementation and complex case management. This role involves representing the organization in global forums, managing stakeholder relationships, and mentoring a high-performing team to ensure operational excellence.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a university degree in a relevant field and possess at least 7 years of professional experience in managing complex projects or programmes. Strong governance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with fluency in English and the ability to navigate sensitive issues.
Full job description
The Scope
The Head of Dispute Resolution (m-f-d) provides leadership and strategic oversight of FSC’s Dispute Resolution Programmes, including the Policy for Association (PfA), Complaints and Appeals procedures, Remedy Framework, Disclosure Procedure, and the Procedure for Processing PfA Complaints. The role is responsible for overseeing the implementation and continuous management of these programmes, ensuring robust, objective, and effective resolution of complex cases and governance processes across the FSC system.
The position leads dispute-related decision-making processes with Board committees, represents FSC on dispute resolution matters in relevant forums, and ensures effective systems, tools, and methodologies are in place to support transparent and consistent case management. The role also drives the continuous improvement of dispute resolution programmes and processes. Leading a team of experts and generalists, the Head of Dispute Resolution collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective management of complex and sensitive cases while upholding the integrity, credibility, and accountability of the FSC system.
Main Roles & Responsibilities
Lead and manage FSC’s Dispute Resolution Programmes across international operations.
Oversee the implementation and continuous development of the Policy for Association (PfA), Complaints and Appeals Procedures, Remedy Framework, Disclosure Procedure, and Processing PfA Complaints Procedure.
Develop and execute strategic frameworks, including stakeholder engagement strategies and legal services arrangements for dispute resolution.
Build and strengthen communities of learning and partnerships with key organizations and industry initiatives.
Guide governance processes and support dispute-related decision-making in alignment with FSC’s mission and integrity objectives.
Represent FSC’s dispute resolution programmes in global forums, policy dialogues, and stakeholder engagements.
Drive remedy uptake through outreach activities, partner collaboration, and engagement with certificate holders.
Collaborate on fundraising initiatives and resource mobilization to support dispute resolution programmes and activities.
Lead communication and engagement efforts, including coordinating responses to stakeholder concerns and dispute-related matters.
Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, investment partners, network partners, and external organizations.
Ensure appropriate systems, tools, resources, and methodologies are in place for transparent and effective case management.
Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team while fostering continuous improvement, ethical conduct, and operational excellence.
Your profile
University degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field such as environmental science, forestry, geography, political science, law, consulting, integrity, technology, or a related discipline.
Minimum 7 years of professional experience leading teams and managing complex projects, cases, or programmes in multi-stakeholder environments.
Experience working in complex governance, compliance, or stakeholder engagement environments.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, organize work effectively, and deliver results.
Experience working with Boards of Directors, Board committees, or governance bodies is an advantage.
Strong problem-solving skills with a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to navigate sensitive or controversial issues.
Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and support decision-making.
Ability to analyse and simplify complex documents, processes, and technical information for diverse audiences.
Fluency in English; additional proficiency in Spanish or French is an advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with databases, artificial intelligence, or related technologies is a plus.
Experience working in multicultural and global teams, with a strong commitment to FSC’s values, cultural sensitivity, and professional representation of the organization.
Why us?
Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by being part of FSC global community of 400+ forest stewards
Benefit from work-life balance with our hybrid working structure
30 vacation days yearly
Regional transportation ticket
Celebrate together festivals from different cultures
Once a year in-person get together with the global FSC staff
The Fine Print
Location: Bonn, Germany.
Working Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week.
Duration of Employment: Temporary contract - 2 years (extension possible, subject to satisfactory performance)
Starting Date: 1 November 2026
Travel: Sporadic travel is required.
How to Apply Ready to make a difference? Join FSC and help shape a sustainable future. Don't delay - apply now!
Please submit your CV in English
Please do not send any photos of yourself
The deadline for the application is 25 August 2026
For FSC, inclusiveness and diversity are important values. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and are entirely committed to consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age and disability. We are looking forward to your application!
About us
Welcome to FSC! The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a globally recognized non-profit organization at the forefront of promoting sustainable forestry. With over 150 million hectares of certified forests and a trusted reputation among NGOs, consumers, and businesses, FSC is leading the way in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the world’s forests.
Healthy forests help life on Earth thrive. The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) – a nonprofit organization that covers more than 150 million hectares of certified forests – provides the world’s most credible sustainable forestry solution, trusted by NGOs, consumers, and businesses to help promote healthy and resilient forests, for all, forever.
Equally governed by environmental, social, and economic perspectives, FSC helps forest managers, smallholders, and governments ensure thriving forest ecosystems and safeguard the livelihoods of forest communities. FSC’s forestry standards, linked to a strict chain of custody certification, are a proven solution to fight the climate and biodiversity crises. The FSC logo – found on millions of products worldwide – is the most recognized mark for responsible forestry.
Offices: Adenauerallee 134, Bonn, 53113, DE · Interleuvenlaan 62 Bus 28, Heverlee (Leuven), 3001 , BE · Kounicova 299/42, Brno, 602 00, CZ · Ryesgade 9, 2. tv., Aarhus C, 8000 , DK · Kastani 42, Tartu, 50410, EE
Healthy forests help life on Earth thrive. The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) – a nonprofit organization that covers more than 150 million hectares of certified forests – provides the world’s most credible sustainable forestry solution, trusted by NGOs, consumers, and businesses to help promote healthy and resilient forests, for all, forever.
Equally governed by environmental, social, and economic perspectives, FSC helps forest managers, smallholders, and governments ensure thriving forest ecosystems and safeguard the livelihoods of forest communities. FSC’s forestry standards, linked to a strict chain of custody certification, are a proven solution to fight the climate and biodiversity crises. The FSC logo – found on millions of products worldwide – is the most recognized mark for responsible forestry.
Offices: Adenauerallee 134, Bonn, 53113, DE · Interleuvenlaan 62 Bus 28, Heverlee (Leuven), 3001 , BE · Kounicova 299/42, Brno, 602 00, CZ · Ryesgade 9, 2. tv., Aarhus C, 8000 , DK · Kastani 42, Tartu, 50410, EE