As demand rises, the cement and concrete sector must act now to align with nature-positive and net-zero goals. While some companies already operate under strict regulations and industry-led sustainability efforts like those by the Global Cement and Concrete Association, the sector still contributes to nature loss through emissions, water use, and quarrying. To support the Global Biodiversity Framework’s 2030 mission, sector-specific actions have been developed to guide companies in transforming their practices and reducing environmental impacts across the value chain.

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The energy system, including oil, gas, and utilities, plays a critical role in both driving and addressing nature loss. It encompasses all aspects of energy production, conversion, storage, delivery, and use. With high greenhouse gas emissions and intensive land and water use, the sector significantly impacts nature and faces risks to business continuity. However, it also holds vast potential to support nature-positive outcomes, as energy is essential across industries and households. A guideline of Energy sector actions has been developed to align energy systems with the Global Biodiversity Framework’s 2030 mission to halt and reverse nature loss.

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Forest companies, managing around 30% of the world’s forests for wood production, are key players in achieving a nature-positive and net-zero future. Their operations rely heavily on healthy ecosystems, especially for long-term wood fiber supply. However, long harvest cycles make them vulnerable to climate and nature-related risks. To address these challenges and meet rising demand sustainably, the forest sector must transition to an inclusive circular bioeconomy, using wood from responsibly managed forests. A new guidance report outlines sector actions needed to transform business practices and support the Global Biodiversity Framework’s 2030 goals.

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Objectives
• Develop a Strategic Brief that identifies key opportunities and priorities to enhance Indonesia-China collaboration on sustainable palm oil trade, serving as a guiding reference for (internal?)
• Highlight key areas for bilateral cooperation, including traceability, alignment with certification systems, and smallholder inclusion to inform joint actions and policy alignment.
• Provide strategic recommendations to support multi-stakeholder engagement, with the aim of strengthening sustainability and transparency in the palm oil supply chain.
• Support high-level dialogues and platforms—such as the Annual Meeting of the New Champions (AMNC)—through targeted insights, talking points, and policy framing to drive collaboration outcomes between Indonesia and China.

Scope of Work
TFA is seeking an expert or organization to develop a Strategic Brief to support Indonesia-China collaboration in sustainable palm oil trade. The scope of work includes:
• Developing a Strategic Brief to enhance Indonesia-China collaboration on sustainable palm oil trade, aligning both countries’ sustainability goals.
• Identifying key opportunities and priorities to strengthen bilateral cooperation on traceability, certification alignment, and smallholder inclusion.
• Convening relevant stakeholders in both Indonesia and China to validate and enrich the draft brief through targeted consultations.
• Supporting high-level dialogues, such as the Annual Meeting of the New Champions (AMNC_, with insights, talking points, and policy framing.
• Outlining a clear timeline and deliverables, including drafts and final versions of the brief and related documents.

Output
• Strategic Brief (max. 10 pages) outlining:
• Context and rationale for Indonesia–China collaboration on sustainable palm oil trade
• Key findings from landscape and policy analysis
• Identified opportunities for cooperation (NDPE, traceability, smallholder inclusion)
• Priority action points and recommendations for bilateral collaboration
• High-level strategies for stakeholder engagement, particularly ahead of AMNC 2025
• Stakeholder Insights Report summarizing key inputs from consultations with government, private sector, and civil society stakeholders in both countries.
• 1-page Executive Summary capturing the essence of the Strategic Brief for quick reference and high-level discussions.
• Talking Points for TFA to use in bilateral and multilateral engagements, especially related to the palm oil trade and sustainability goals.
Qualifications and Skills
• Proven experience in sustainability and agricultural supply chains, particularly in palm oil or similar sectors.
• Strong understanding of certification systems (e.g., Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil, RSPO).
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic briefs and actionable recommendations.
Expertise in stakeholder engagement across government, private sector, and civil society.
• Experience in facilitating high-level dialogues and multi-stakeholder platforms.
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia, with strong communication skills.

Please submit your CV and one pager experiences relevant to the required position to Nadila Simbolon at [email protected] at the latest by 15 May 2025.

Workshop ini mencakup berbagai sesi diskusi dan latihan praktik, termasuk pengenalan konsep Target-Ukur-Aksi dan pemaparan bagaimana perusahaan dapat menerapkan pendekatan Target-Ukur-Aksi secara efektif. Peserta juga diarahkan langkah-langkah untuk mengumpulkan, mengisi Data Capture Sheet, serta menganalisis data yang dikumpulkan. Tidak hanya itu, peserta juga diajak berpartisipasi aktif untuk menyusun aksi dan strategi konkret dalam mengurangi SSP dalam operasi bisnis masing-masing, rantai pasok dan konsumen.

Para peserta yang hadir juga menyampaikan sejumlah tantangan yang dihadapi dalam mengukur SSP di perusahaan masing-masing. Namun, para peserta mengapresiasi adanya pendekatan ini sebagai solusi yang lebih terstruktur. Salah satu peserta yang hadir, Deni Hamdani, Chef Grand Hyatt Jakarta, mengatakan “Acara ini bagus dan membantu menjelaskan kepada kita terkait cara pengumpulan data makanan sisa. Di Grand Hyatt, kami telah melakukan pengukuran data sehingga bisa mengevaluasi dan menyusun aksi yang lebih baik untuk mengurangi jumlah makanan sisa,” ujar Deni. Menurut Deni, upaya penghitungan sisa makanan membantu untuk mengenali titik kritis dimana makanan berpotensi terbuang. Selain itu, ada keuntungan secara ekonomi yang didapatkan dari melakukan penghitungan. “Penghitungan makanan sisa ini juga membantu kita melakukan penghematan karena berhasil melakukan perencanaan yang lebih efisien dan menurunkan jumlah makanan terbuang,” lanjutnya.  

Dalam sambutan penutupnya, Nita Yulianis, SP, M.Si, Direktur Kewaspadaan Pangan dan Gizi, Badan Pangan Nasional, menyampaikan apresiasi atas inisiatif ini, serta terhadap upaya yang dilakukan oleh masing-masing sektor bisnis. “Pemerintah sangat mendukung upaya kolaboratif yang dilakukan sektor bisnis melalui GRASP 2030 untuk mencapai target pengurangan SSP secara nasional,” ujarnya. “Strategi data-driven decision menjadi ranah yang penting untuk dilakukan, tidak hanya sektor pemerintah, tetapi juga seluruh mitra kerja termasuk bisnis. Upaya yang dilakukan GRASP 2030 dapat disinkronkan dengan upaya pemerintah, khususnya terkait pelaporan pangan terselamatkan,” lanjut Nita.

Workshop ini menjadi langkah konkret dalam mewujudkan visi GRASP 2030 untuk mengurangi  angka susut dan sisa pangan di Indonesia. Dengan adanya pengukuran yang lebih sistematis dan aksi nyata dari sektor bisnis, diharapkan upaya ini dapat berkontribusi pada ketahanan pangan, pengurangan emisi, serta efisiensi rantai pasok pangan secara berkelanjutan.

GRASP 2030 merupakan platform kolaborasi melalui skema perjanjian sukarela (voluntary agreement) yang diinisiasi oleh IBCSD. Model perjanjian sukarela ini sudah diterapkan di berbagai negara dan terbukti berhasil menurunkan susut dan sisa pangan di negara masing-masing. Salah satu contohnya, di Inggris, perjanjian sukarela Courtauld 2025 telah berhasil mencegah 1,7 juta ton makanan terbuang antara tahun 2010 dan 2012, mengurangi emisi karbon sebesar 5 juta ton dan menghasilkan penghematan lebih dari £3 miliar (setara Rp 60 triliun). 

Platform ini melibatkan berbagai pemangku kepentingan, termasuk sektor bisnis, pemerintah, organisasi masyarakat sipil, bank pangan, dan akademisi dalam upaya bersama mengatasi SSP di Indonesia. Misi GRASP 2030 adalah mengurangi SSP di sepanjang rantai pasok pangan melalui pendekatan berbasis data dan aksi nyata, mendorong kolaborasi antar sektor untuk berbagi pengetahuan serta praktik terbaik, dan mendukung kebijakan serta regulasi untuk mempercepat transisi menuju sistem pangan yang lebih berkelanjutan.

Target: Setting Actionable Goals

The first pillar of the framework emphasizes the importance of establishing clear, measurable, and ambitious targets. Setting specific goals not only drives action but also cultivates accountability and focus. 

The framework encourage business to adopt targets that align with or exceed the SDG 12.3 objective of cutting food waste by 50% by 2030 across business operations. These targets should follow the SMART criteria – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound – ensuring they are both practical and impactful.

Measure: Data-Driven Insights and Analysis

Measurement is a necessary cornerstone of effective waste reduction strategies. Accurate and consistent data collection always enables business to understand the scale of their food loss and waste and identify key areas for intervention. Businesses are encouraged to conduct comprehensive assessments using standardized methodologies. 

By tracking progress over time, business can uncover patterns, address inefficiencies, and refine their strategies. Transparent reporting of food loss and waste data is also vital, fostering collective progress and accountability across the industry.

Act: Implementing Targeted Strategies for Positive Change

With targets set and insights gained, the next step is to act decisively. There are 3 action focuses recommended for GRASP 2030 signatories:

• Reducing food loss and waste in operations in Indonesia.
• Collaborate with supply chain partners to reduce food loss and waste.
• Supporting communities to reduce food loss and waste.

To help business taking actions, GRASP 2030 provide practical toolkits and guidance, empowering businesses to take effective and sustainable actions.

Demonstrating Progress: Real-World Impact of the Framework

The Target-Measure-Act framework proves that a structured, goal-oriented approach can drive real industry progress. It fosters collaboration, sets measurable targets, and leverages data for impactful action. By implementing this method, businesses can tackle food loss waste, support SDG 12.3, and build a culture of accountability. Scaling this approach is key to a more sustainable food system.

How GRASP 2030 can help?
GRASP 2030 (Gotong Royong Atasi Susut & Sisa Pangan di Tahun 2030) is a voluntary agreement, initiated by the Indonesia Business Council for Sustainable Development (IBCSD), to unite businesses and key stakeholders across Indonesia’s food system. Its primary mission is to cut food loss and waste (FLW) in half by 2030, aligning with SDG 12.3.

Since its launch in September 2021, GRASP 2030 has gathered over 20 members from diverse sectors—food and beverage, hospitality, startups, think tanks, food donation organizations, and retail—fostering collaboration across the food system.

GRASP 2030 encourage businesses to use the Target-Measure-Act framework, enabling businesses to take strategic and measurable actions. By providing practical toolkits, data-driven insights, and a collaborative platform, GRASP 2030 empowers businesses to identify inefficiencies, implement solutions, and track progress. Through collective action, it not only reduces FLW but also enhances environmental sustainability, social well-being, and economic resilience across Indonesia.

Get in touch to find out more about GRASP 2030

How Does GRASP 2030 Take Action?

GRASP 2030 (Gotong Royong Atasi Susut & Sisa Pangan di Tahun 2030) is a voluntary agreement initiated by the Indonesia Business Council for Sustainable Development (IBCSD) to unite businesses and other stakeholders in reducing food loss and waste by 50 percent by 2030, in line with SDG 12.3.

Since its launch in September 2021, GRASP 2030 has gathered over 20 members from various sectors—including the food and beverage industry, hospitality, startups, think tanks, food banks, and retail—to foster collaboration across the food system.

As a collaborative platform, GRASP 2030 encourages businesses and other actors in the food supply chain to:

• Raise awareness and educate stakeholders on the importance of reducing food loss and waste.
• Help businesses identify practical solutions to minimize food loss.
• Promote policies and innovations in sustainable food management.
• Facilitate food redistribution to those in need instead of letting it go to waste.

GRASP 2030 invites companies, communities, and individuals to be part of a more efficient and sustainable food system.

Contact us to learn more about how you can contribute to GRASP 2030.

Through dynamic discussions, the Global Food Pact Network agreed on three key areas for future collaboration:
1. Increasing the profile of food waste reduction initiatives globally and within individual in-country pacts.
2. Collaborating to accelerate change and improve efficiency in delivering impact across all food pacts.
3. Demonstrating impact across the network to strengthen funding opportunities for continued collaboration.

The in-person Global Food Pact Network event in Mexico created concrete opportunities for impactful collaboration in tackling food loss and waste. Participants emphasized starting with simple activities, such as sharing case studies, best practices, and relevant templates, to strengthen the profile of each national pact through online platforms or direct engagement based on individual needs and opportunities.

Additional collaborative opportunities include enhancing strategic functions such as data collection and measurement, sector collaboration, and unified knowledge sharing across the network. Standardized and consistent data collection and reporting are expected to be key priorities. Sector collaboration, particularly in hospitality, offers opportunities to leverage relationships and build connections with global organizations that share markets.

Finally, the network aims to present a unified voice and utilize shared resources and tools to accelerate change and enhance efficiency in delivering impact.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Collection & Management:
o Design, implement, and manage data collection processes related to food loss and waste in different stages of the supply chain.
o Ensure quality control and consistency in data collected from various sources, including but not limited to, supply chain partners, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers using international standards such as the FLW Standard or other reporting frameworks.
o Oversee data entry, cleaning, and validation processes to ensure high-quality, reliable datasets.
o Database Management; Maintain and secure databases to store large volumes of data.

2. Data Analysis:
o Analyze food loss and waste data to identify patterns, trends, and potential areas for improvement using statistical or machine learning methods.
o Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to design effective metrics for monitoring and reducing food loss and waste.
o Use statistical methods and data analysis tools to assess the impact of various food loss reduction strategies.
o Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress in reducing FLW.
o Use predictive analytics to anticipate potential food loss and waste scenarios.

3. Reporting & Visualization:
o Develop reports, dashboards, and other data visualizations to communicate findings and insights to internal and external stakeholders including government agencies, NGOs, and private organizations.
o Regularly update reports on food loss and waste statistics, and provide recommendations for strategic actions.
o Contribute to the preparation of reports for donors, partners, and regulatory bodies as required.

4. System Design & Maintenance:
o Manage the development and maintenance of a comprehensive database and/or data management platform for food loss and waste information.
o Work closely with IT and software developers to ensure that data management systems are optimized for ease of use and integration with other organizational systems.
o Ensure that the data management platform is secure, scalable, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

5. Collaboration and Coordination:
o Collaborate with external partners, stakeholders, and experts in food loss and waste to share data, best practices, and innovative solutions.
o Participate in working groups, networks, or communities of practice related to food waste and loss.
o Support other teams (such as communications) by providing accurate and timely data to support their activities.
o Provide data-driven insights to support policy development for reducing food loss and waste.

6. Technology Integration:
o Software Management; Implement and manage FLW tracking software solutions.
o Data Innovation; Explore emerging technologies to enhance data accuracy and usability.

7. Compliance and Ethical Standards:
o Ensure Compliance; Adhere to local and international data protection laws and sustainability guidelines.
o Ethical Use of Data; Ensure ethical practices in data handling referring to data security protocol.
o Comply with data protection regulations, including Indonesia’s Personal Data Protection Act (Law No. 27/2022).

Qualifications and Experience:
Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in data science, statistics, environmental sciences and sustainability.
Experience:
o Minimum of 5 years of experience in data management, with at least 2 years of experience in a related field such as food systems, sustainability, or environmental data management.
o Proven experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, R, or Python, and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
o Familiarity with food loss and waste issues, especially in developing countries or agricultural supply chains, is an advantage.
o Experience with database management and system integration.

Skills:
o Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Tableau).
o Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data in a clear and accessible format.
o Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
o Understanding of the food supply chain and sustainability practices.
o Knowledge of data privacy and ethical considerations related to the use of data.
o Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
o Strong analytical thinking to address FLW challenges effectively.

Expected Deliverables:
1. Data management system set up and operational.
2. Periodic reports on food loss and waste data, including recommendations for actions.
3. Dashboards and visualizations for easy tracking and reporting.
4. Effective coordination with stakeholders on data-related initiatives.

Competencies:
1. Technical Expertise: Strong background in data analysis and management.
2. Collaboration: Ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders.
3. Attention to Detail: Ability to manage large datasets with accuracy.
4. Communication: Clear and effective communication of technical data to non-technical stakeholders.
5. Problem-Solving: Creative and strategic thinking to find solutions to challenges in data management.

Contract Type: Consultant for 6 months with possible extension.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their applications, including a CV and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience relevant to the role, by 17 February 2025 to [email protected]