Rainforest Alliance Senior Director, Applied Science Jobs in Kenya

Rainforest Alliance Senior Director, Applied Science Jobs in Kenya;The Senior Director, Applied Science, drives the practical application of this expertise across all impact pathways, ensuring clear value propositions, operating models, tools, decision‑making processes, revenue models, assurance mechanisms, and claims frameworks.

This role leads a global, multidisciplinary team of technical experts, partnership leads, and impact evaluators, serving on the Senior Management Team.

The Director ensures strategic alignment, scientific credibility, and a strong reputation, while translating complex science into actionable solutions and fostering innovation, collaboration, and talent development.

Key Responsibilities

Lead with Vision

Set and drive the global science agenda, aligning technical expertise with strategic priorities.

Develop and implement scientific strategies to achieve organizational goals.

Build World‑Class Teams

Lead and inspire a diverse, global team of technical experts across climate, agriculture, forestry, GIS, and M&E.

Use research, findings, and impact data to guide certification and program implementation.

Translating Science into Impact

Turn complex technical insights into practical, market‑ready solutions and programs.

Champion Producer‑Centricity

Embed farmer and forest community needs at the heart of all programs and solutions.

Lead programmatic experts to design and develop certification and programs based on standard methodologies.

Shape External Influence

Represent Rainforest Alliance at global events with credibility and impact across partners, donors, and policy forums.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Climate, Environmental Science, Forestry, Agriculture, Biology, Social Sciences, or related field.

15 years of progressive, relevant experience, with at least 10 years developing and driving departmental strategy and budgets, and leading senior staff in multiple countries.

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Rainforest Alliance Senior Director, Applied Science Jobs in Kenya

Scholarship 2026/27

Scholarship 2026/27