Our Company
Established in 2017, Lestari Capital is a conservation finance company, based in Southeast Asia, that develops innovative, nature-based products that enable companies to deliver on their sustainability objectives. We accomplish this by mobilising new finance for initiatives that protect and rehabilitate important natural landscapes around the world. The Indonesian word "Lestari" means sustainable, or everlasting, signifying our commitment to developing long-term sources of finance for high quality conservation and restoration initiatives.
Lestari Capital’s impact model addresses a critical need for long-term operating capital for conservation and restoration projects run by local communities, non-profit organisations and environmental services companies. Lestari Capital aims to strengthen Southeast Asia’s emerging ecosystem services marketplace, by connecting demand for on-the-ground conservation efforts among commodity producers/buyers with projects that are protecting or restoring forests where these companies operate, to protect at-risk areas.
Position OverviewThis role is exciting opportunity to be a part of dynamic and growing international team. The Project Admin Associate to support our project team in managing and coordinating various project activities.
Position Responsibilities
Project Coordination: Coordinate project activities and timelines to ensure adherence to project plans.Schedule and manage project meetings, including preparation of agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.Track project milestones and deliverables, providing regular updates to project stakeholders.
Administrative Support: Maintain project documentation, including contracts, correspondence, and project plans.Provide technical assistance and guidance to Project OperatorsPrepare and distribute project reports and presentations.Manage project budgets and expenses and review financial reports, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines.Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate project execution.
Communication:Effectively communicate project information to team members and stakeholders.Resolve project-related issues and conflicts in a timely manner.
Resource Management: Assist in resource allocation and tracking to ensure project needs are met.Coordinate with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation plans.
RequirementsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.Proven experience in project administration or a similar role.Strong organizational and time management skills.Proficiency in project management software.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Demonstrated good communication in both oral and written in English.Experience in in reviewing financial audit reports is highly preferable.Experience in using online accounting or audit platforms (e.g. Xero or similar cloud-based financial systems) is highly preferable.Fluency in Bahasa Indonesian is highly preferable.
To ApplyInterested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to: jobs@lestaricapital.com. Please include “Rimba Collective Project Admin Associate” in the email subject line.
We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you are a dedicated and passionate sustainability specialist looking to make a meaningful impact on the conservation of our planet’s natural heritage, we invite you to join our team!
Application deadline: 25 May 2026
LocationBali or Jakarta, Indonesia (Bali Prefered)
Position OverviewAs a key member of the Project Team, the Project Manager will oversee the implementation and its improvement of selected projects in the Rimba Collective project portfolio, as well as their validation under the Climate, Community, Biodiversity Standard (CCBS) and other high quality internationally recognized standards. The Project Manager will also support the effectiveness and efficiency of the day-to-day operations and processes of the Project Department and the improvement in project implementation. She/he will report to Rimba Collective Implementation Project Manager and is expected to attend regular in-person meetings in Bali and potentially Jakarta. Occasional travel to projects and to LC office will be required.
Position ResponsibilitiesServe as key member of Project TeamContribute to the development of innovative approaches to deliver ecosystem services outcomes to clientsCoordinate within the Project Department and with other Departments of Lestari Capital to ensure timely project delivery under the business linesContribute to communications regarding Rimba Collective projects to relevant stakeholdersServe as a representative of Lestari Capital to local authorities and partners, as needed
Project ImplementationManage Project Operators in implementing activities, ensuring Project Operators achieve their key performance indicators set in the project design according to the company’s standards to deliver high quality impactsProvide technical assistance and guidance to Project OperatorsSupport Project Operators in preparing and submitting the documentation required by CCBS and/or similar standardsIdentify, monitor and support Project Operators’ risks and their mitigationServe as point-person for Project OperatorsFoster relationships with Project Operators and partners organizations through formal and informal communication channelsContribute to process development and improvement for project implementation
Project Monitoring Lead all monitoring processes to ensure Project Operators achieve key performance indicatorsEnsure robust and integrated data collection and information management system to prepare high quality data and reportSupport Project Operators in the preparation, submission, review and approval of project reporting
Capacity Building Identify the needs for capacity building for project operators for sound project implementationCoordinate with relevant teams to provide technical assistance needed to achieve project key performance indicatorsSupport the development and planning of high-quality training and other capacity building activities to enhance organizational capacity of the Project Operators
RequirementsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in forestry, ecology, agronomy, environmental studies, geography, or other relevant fieldAt least 5 years of working experience in Indonesia; strong preference for experience in forestry, environmental conservation, and/or agricultural sectors across Indonesia.Experience with project design and management, excellent communication skills across sectors, good network across the country in the relevant fieldTechnical knowledge and skills in GIS Applications; the latter is highly desirableGood computer skills in the main software programs (Excel, Word, Power Point Access, etc.)Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and Bahasa Indonesia
Personal Attributes and CompetenciesGood personal organizational and priority setting skills, with the ability to work effectively under time pressure and manage multiple prioritiesCapable of working independently as well as being an effective team player, with initiative and creativityGood interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with people in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural environmentValues the sharing of information and continuous improvement in a cooperative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning.
To ApplyInterested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to: jobs@lestaricapital.com. Please include “Rimba Collective Project Manager (Implementation)” in the email subject line.
We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you are a dedicated and passionate sustainability specialist looking to make a meaningful impact on the conservation of our planet’s natural heritage, we invite you to join our team!
Application deadline: 17 May 2026
