This discussion was part of efforts to support the implementation of the Indonesian Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (IBSAP) 2025–2045, which serves as Indonesia’s national strategy in fulfilling the mandate of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF). National Target 18 in IBSAP specifically emphasizes the involvement of companies and financial institutions to reduce the negative impacts of their activities on nature and to report the positive contributions made.

“This discussion provided business leaders with practical insights on how to apply nature-positive principles into business operations, set and track measurable biodiversity targets, and align strategies with IBSAP and global disclosure frameworks like TNFD, said Dr. Indah Budiani, Executive Director of IBCSD.“Indonesia as a micro-diversity country has a strategic role as well as a great responsibility to stop or reverse environmental degradation. As emphasized in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and national implementation through IBSAP.”

The discussion was attended by representatives from the private sector and the public sector, including BAPPENAS and the Ministry of Environment, who also delivered presentations. Representative from Directorate of Environment BAPPENAS, Martha Siregar, presented an overview of the IIBSAP 2025–2045 and emphasized the importance of aligning business contributions with national biodiversity goals. Meanwhile, Mutiara Siadari from the Directorate of Biodiversity Conservation Ministry of Environment, highlighted the relevance of biodiversity protection in strengthening national food systems and policies.

As a facilitator for various stakeholders, IUCN also highlights the importance of cross-sector collaboration.”IUCN acts as a convener working with various stakeholders because we believe that the involvement of the private sector is key, especially when we talk about IBSAP, as well as the whole government and whole society approach. Of course, the roles of our private sector friends are very important to drive innovation, implement solutions, and ensure that business models can align with nature’s health,” said Dr. Satrio Adiwicaksono, IUCN Asia Office.

This discussion also reflects the global momentum towards nature-positive as an approach that is now the center of attention in the framework of disclosure and concrete action in the field of sustainability.”People were so obsessed with TNFD and getting the disclosure right, then they forget about the action taken after which is probably more important,” said Florence Curet, Senior Programme Manager IUCN.

With the growing importance of nature-positive initiatives, this activity is expected to encourage companies to set realistic biodiversity targets, integrate them into their core business strategies, and support sustainable national conservation goals.

B.   Purpose and Objectives

To develop a robust, transparent, and practical decarbonization award methodology that enables the Indonesia Business Council for Sustainable Development (IBCSD) to recognize and incentivize businesses making significant progress in reducing their carbon emissions.

Objectives:

1. Design a clear and credible framework to assess corporate decarbonization efforts aligned with national and global climate targets.
2. Ensure the methodology reflects best practices, refer to relevant standards, and is adaptable to Indonesia’s business context.
3. Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including businesses, government, and experts, to validate and refine the award criteria.
4. Develop guidance materials and tools to support IBCSD in implementing the future award program effectively.
5. Establish a transparent evaluation process to fairly identify and reward outstanding decarbonization achievements among selected companies.

C.   Scope of Works

The primary objective of this consultancy is to develop decarbonizations award methodology that highlight and reward business sector making significant progress in reducing their carbon footprint, thereby encouraging broader industry-wide actions. This methodology is expected to provide a foundation for future initiatives that involve private sectors. The consultant shall be able to propose any methodology deemed appropriate to deliver the best outcome from the outlined activities:

• Preliminary Drafting

The consultant will be responsible to develop a preliminary draft (Bahasa) based on a desk review of various materials, which can include;

• Relevant national policies and regulations related to decarbonization, energy transition, and climate change mitigation.
• Existing frameworks or tools used by government bodies, NGOs, or private sectors to assess decarbonization performance.
• Stakeholder expectations and alignment with national decarbonization goals, especially those outlined in Indonesia’s NDC (Nationally Determined Contribution).
• Indicators and metrics commonly used to measure decarbonization efforts across different sectors.

 

• FGD to gain Stakeholder Input

Following the finalization of preliminary draft, the consultant shall be responsible to assist IBCSD conduct stakeholder engagement through focus group discussions (FGDs) and the consultant may propose other related stakeholders to maximize the support in developing works.

• Final Report

The consultant is expected to develop a final report (Bahasa) that should include the development of relevant decarbonization indicators, data collection from corporate reports, evaluation of company performance across key sectors and incorporating the findings from the FGD.

D.  Tasks, Deliverables, and Expected Schedule

The tasks, outcome and products, as well as expected schedule to be delivered by the consultant are as follow:

 

No	Tasks	Deliverables/Products	Expected Schedule
1.	Preliminary Draft	First Draft	12 days (working days)
2.	FGD to gain Stakeholder Input (Assist IBCSD)	Activity Report	8 days (working days)
3.	Finalization of Report	Final Report	8 days (working days)

 

It is expected that the consultant is able to deliver their best results in 1,5 (one and half) month since the signing of contract/MoU. Consultant is expected to submit their own timeline of program plan in accordance with the outlined activities under this term of reference.

E.  Division of Responsibility

Following is the division of responsibility or battery limit for the activities to be executed under this term of reference.

No	Tasks	IBCSD	Consultant
1.	First Draft	Providing access to any relevant references needed	Conducting overall activities until report preparation
2.	Validation Workshop	Managing event: providing logistics and media, including venue	Preparing materials, reports, & analysis
3.	Report Finalization	Final review	Conducting overall activities until report preparation

 

F.  Proposal Submission

Following are the document to be submitted by consultant as proposal submission:

• Administrative

Consultant is expected to submit their legal document (e.g; Decree of Establishment/SK Menkumham atas Pengesahan Akta, Taxpayer Identification/NPWP), corporate profile and curriculum vitae of consultant, including extensive list of relevant working experiences.    

• Technical

Consultant is expected to submit a technical proposal, which outlines their take on this term of reference as well as their proposed approach and methodology to answer the requirement of this term of reference and to fulfill the expected deliverables at optimal quality.

• Commercial

Consultant is expected to submit a commercial proposal, which already covers overall personnel and non-personnel cost at most competitive offers.

The above documents shall be submitted at the latest of:

          Day/Date        : Monday, June 30^th 2025

          Time                : 13.00 WIB

G.  Point of Contact

For any clarifications needed by consultant kindly contact the following:

Name            : Lusye Marthalia

Title              : Program Manager Climate Energy & Circular Economy

E-mail            : [email protected] / [email protected]

2. Objectives of the Reports

The selected consultant(s) will be responsible for producing three reports, each based on one dialogue, with the following objectives:

• Document key themes, insights, and outcomes from each dialogue.
• Highlight shared challenges and opportunities related to sustainability, traceability, regulation, and market access.
• Provide concise strategic recommendations to support future Indonesia–China cooperation on deforestation-free palm oil trade.

3. Scope of Work
   The consultant is expected to:

• Participate in and document each of the three dialogues.
• Conduct relevant background research and stakeholder follow-up if necessary.
• Synthesize key messages from participants and provide clear, structured analysis in each report.
• Each 10-page report should include:
  • Executive Summary
  • Context and background
  • Dialogue highlights and key discussion points
  • Challenges, opportunities, and best practices
  • Strategic recommendations and potential next steps

4. Deliverables and Timeline

• Three reports (approximately 10 pages each, in English, including visuals/infographics)
• Report 1: 15 June
• Report 2 and 3: timelines to be confirmed following subsequent dialogues (expected Q3 and Q4 2025)

5. Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree (Master’s or higher) in relevant disciplines such as Environmental Science, Forestry, Climate Policy, Sustainable Development, or related fields.
• Proven track record in producing high-quality research and policy reports on sustainability, agriculture, trade, or supply chains.
• Strong understanding of palm oil sector dynamics and bilateral cooperation, especially in the context of Indonesia and China.
• Familiarity with regulatory and voluntary frameworks (ISPO, RSPO, NDPE, EUDR, China’s green trade initiatives).
• Excellent analytical, writing, and synthesis skills.

6. Submission Requirements
   Interested applicants should submit:

• A short proposal detailing the approach, timeline, and team composition (max 4 pages)
• Profiles or CVs of team members involved
• Budget proposal for the full assignment (covering all three reports)

7. Deadline and Contact
   Please send your proposal no later than 10 June 2025 to Nadila Simbolon at [email protected]

 

In this context, the Road to IISF 2025 is initiated as a lead-up to the Indonesia International Sustainability Forum (IISF) 2025 Apex Summit, co-organized by Tropical Forest Alliance (TFA), Investor Policy Dialogue on Deforestation (IPDD), Kamar Dagang dan Industri Indonesia / Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN), and Perhimpunan Bank Umum Nasional / National Banks Association (PERBANAS). It aims to catalyze cross-sectoral efforts that reflect global investor expectations and national sustainability goals.

To effectively address the existing gaps in coordination and alignment among key stakeholders, concrete mechanisms are needed to translate Indonesia’s climate commitments into actionable collaboration. This necessitates the development of a joint declaration to formalize commitments, a taskforce to coordinate and oversee implementation, and a policy brief to provide clear technical guidance. These tools will serve as the foundation for strengthened multi-stakeholder engagement and more effective governance.

2. Objective

To strengthen forest conservation and sustainable land use by facilitating joint commitments and coordination mechanisms across key stakeholders through the IISF 2025 platform, aligned with Indonesia’s FOLU Net Sink 2030, NDC, and Net Zero targets.

3. Scope of Work

The consultant is expected to lead and support the following activities:

• Conduct multi-stakeholder consultations (national and sub-national) to gather inputs and align priorities on sustainable land use and commodity supply chains.
• Develop a national Joint Declaration on Deforestation-Free and Sustainable Commodity Supply Chains, aligned with FOLU Net Sink 2030 and ESG principles.
• Facilitate the establishment of a Joint Green Value Chain Taskforce, including drafting its Terms of Reference (ToR), identifying members, and developing a workplan.
• Draft a Policy Brief offering technical and regulatory guidance to support the declaration and taskforce, addressing governance gaps, incentives, and smallholder inclusion.
• Prepare strategic communication materials to support the dissemination of key outputs during the IISF 2025 process.

4. Key Deliverables

1. Terms of Reference (2 pages) for the Joint Green Value Chain Taskforce, outlining objectives, scope, structure, and governance.
2. Joint Declaration (1 page) reflecting a cross-sectoral commitment to deforestation-free, sustainable supply chains for key commodities.
3. Policy Brief (12–14 pages) providing actionable recommendations on reducing deforestation in line with FOLU Net Sink 2030, covering challenges, good practices, incentives, transparency, and international alignment.
4. Communication Package, including talking points, infographics, and presentation materials to support outreach during IISF 2025 events.

5. Qualifications and Skills

• Postgraduate degree (Master’s or higher) in relevant disciplines such as Environmental Science, Forestry, Climate Policy, Sustainable Development, or related fields.
• Proven expertise in forestry, climate policy, sustainable land use, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of Indonesia’s climate commitments (FOLU Net Sink, NDCs) and ESG frameworks.
• Experience in facilitating multi-stakeholder processes and writing high-impact policy documents.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Familiarity with Indonesia’s policy landscape on land use, deforestation, and commodity governance.
•  Strong analytical skills with experience in producing policy briefs, ToRs, and communications materials.

6. Proposal Submission

Interested consultants or firms should submit:

• A technical proposal outlining the approach, methodology, and timeline.
• CVs of key personnel.
• Relevant portfolio or samples of similar work.

Please send your proposal no later than 30 May to Nadila Simbolon at [email protected]

 

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