Regeneration is a partnership between Palladium, a global development program implementer, and Systemiq, a leading climate advisory organization. Together, they focus on nature restoration and sustainable commodity value chains across tropical regions. With a presence in over 90 countries, their work has mobilized over $1 billion in private capital and brought 5 million hectares of land under improved management.

By 2027, Regeneration aims to:
Mobilize $5 billion to scale regenerative businesses
Restore 50 million hectares of forest landscape
Improve livelihood opportunities for 1 million people

About the AFR100 Initiative

The African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative (AFR100) is a country-led effort to restore 100 million hectares of degraded land in Africa by 2030.

Phase I (2016-2021):
33 African countries pledged support
National restoration plans developed
5 million hectares restored

Phase II (2022-2026):
Targeting 20 million hectares for restoration
Expanding sustainable land-use practices
Strengthening local economic opportunities

Regeneration leads the AFR100 Markets Readiness Technical Assistance (MRTA) project, helping local entrepreneurs integrate into global supply chains. The focus landscapes include:
Kenya’s Great Rift Valley
The Ruzizi Basin
Ghana’s Cocoa Belt

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Position: Junior Professional

As a Junior Professional (JP), you will support technical assistance efforts, helping Restoration Champions (RCs)—local organizations engaged in sustainable land restoration—scale their businesses and secure financing.

Key Responsibilities

Business Support & Management

Develop commercial scale-up plans to help RCs expand and secure market access
Assist in market research and data analysis to identify trends and opportunities
Support negotiations between Restoration Champions and potential buyers
Provide hands-on guidance on business growth strategies, marketing, and fundraising
Help RCs create business plans to attract investors and financing opportunities
Attend stakeholder meetings to network and share insights

Monitoring & Reporting

Track project progress and ensure that RCs meet impact targets
Support the Business Associate with timely reporting and documentation
Conduct site visits to evaluate project effectiveness
Capture lessons learned and success stories for knowledge-sharing

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Qualifications & Experience

Background in agriculture, forestry, or business development
Experience in commodity supply chains (e.g., coffee, cocoa, nuts, avocado, bamboo)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Passion for sustainability, restoration, and environmental impact
Excellent communication (written & spoken) in English
Willingness to travel within Ghana for stakeholder engagement

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Location:

Accra, Ghana

How to Apply

If you require accommodations due to a disability or neurodivergent needs, please email: accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com

Application Deadline: 28 February 2025

Palladium is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.