Reports To Land Enrolment Lead and Reforestation Lead. Location PuedesMaldonado, Perú. Duration 3 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project opportunities. About Imperative Imperative is a carbon project developer working in Peru through the Amazon Climate Action Project (AcClima), which aims to establish an innovative model of territorial intervention that promotes climate resilience, emissions reduction, and sustainable development through the implementation of nature‑based solutions. We develop reforestation projects integrated with sustainable livestock practices under the highest international standards. Our team combines science, innovation, and community collaboration to advance long‑term, high‑impact climate solutions. We encourage all team members to embrace our values.
- Integrity: We act honourably and are guided by a strong moral compass. If things go wrong, we admit it and adapt.
- Momentum: Speed matters. We have a bias to action. We think quick, plan tirelessly, mitigate risks but above all, we take action.
- Purpose: We are driven by our desire to make the world better, with every interaction, process and project.
- Accountability: We do what we say, and we deliver. We seek to be the best at what we do.
- Collaboration: We celebrate diversity of thought, values and backgrounds and seek to harness the strength of our people and partners to achieve more than we individually can, through teamwork and creativity.
- Tenacity: We are highly ambitious, driven and hardworking. We persist until we deliver impact. For more information, visit www.imperativeinc.com. Position Overview The Forestry Specialist performs a dual role:
- In the Land Enrolment team, they ensure that the forestry and silvopasture components of the project are explained clearly to land owners,



provide technical expertise in farmer field schools, answer land owner questions and contribute to the design of the fram management plans.
- They provide technical support and field leadership for the execution of the reforestation scope during the first planting season, liaising with the nursery, managing logistics, training the workforce, overseeing quality control and reporting. The specialist must be trustworthy, collaborative, values‑driven and efficient across all duties.

Key Responsibilities
- Technical leadership and coordination – Coordinate with the other members of the Land Enrolment Team to explain, in detail and consistently, the reforestation and silvopasture offer to landowners. Work closely with the GIS team, legal specialist and other members to ensure the forestry and silvopasture scopes are planned robustly considering the property’s zoning/suitability and legal/environmental factors. Provide technical support for execution planning and execution, including seedling and nursery production and supply; definition of quality standards; seedling logistics and field planting activities.
- Training & capacity building – Co‑facilitate forestry modules with the framer field school team, including the preparation of factsheets and mini‑guides. Develop hands‑on “learning by doing” modules for the reforestation and silvopasture workforce and other relevant team members.
- Farm Management Plan (FMP)



design & implementation support – Support the design of planting and maintenance protocols consistent with best reforestation and silvicultural practices. Translate the “reforestation model” into farmer‑friendly language; provide technical inputs for informed negotiation; validate planting maps; agree roles, timeline, and maintenance with the landowner; work with the Reforestation team to execute planting, maintenance, and monitoring with traceable evidence.
- Forestry relations & governance – Maintain regular dialogue with relevant forestry associations, leaders, and authorities and facilitate agreement where appropriate. Promote local alliances: operational brigades and outreach/field‑school events focused on the forestry component. Required Profile Academic Background Professional degree in forestry, environmental sciences, or related fields. Experience & Key Skills
- 5+ years in Amazonian restoration/reforestation; knowledge of native‑species nurseries; plot establishment/maintenance; work with local communities, farmers, and ranchers.
- Best silvicultural practices; hands‑on training (“learning by doing”); basic GIS/ArcGIS for mapping; disciplined record‑keeping and document uploads.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Languages
- Fluent Spanish (required).
- Technical English proficiency (desirable). Other Requirements
- Willingness to reside in Puerto Maldonado, Peru and travel frequently to rural areas.
- Commitment to the organization’s values: integrity, respect, innovation, and results‑oriented work. Acerca de Imperative Imperative es una empresa desarrolladora de proyectos de carbono que trabaja en Perú a través del Proyecto de Acción Climát

📌 Peru Forestry Specialist (Puerto Maldonado)
🏢 Imperative Global Group
📍 Puerto Maldonado