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Our 25 years of experience covers major commodities such as oil palm, soy, sugarcane, timber, pulp & paper, rubber and beef at a range of scales that include smallholders and local communities through multinational businesses. We focus on the opportunities for conservation and social benefits within the production landscape and never lose sight of the need for pragmatic and workable practices. More\ninformation on Proforest is available at www.proforest.net\n Background: The Proforest team in Kuala Lumpur office is looking for a dynamic individual with a keen interest in building a career in sustainability and an ability to be resourceful and adaptable when taking on tasks.\nObjective: To provide ad hoc administrative and technical support to Proforest staff as and when required for all to on-going Proforest projects and programmes.\nTasks: These will vary from time to time but can be expected to include the following:\nConduct literature review on specific topics and analysis of key findings\nPrepare PowerPoint presentations (with guidance from the relevant Project/Programme Manager)\nAssist in data collection, data entry and data visualisation (e.g. tables, charts, graphs) as needed\nOrganise resource materials and filing systems\nParticipate in project meetings and assist in in note taking\nProvide other administrative support as necessary.\nOpportunities for field work\nShould the opportunity arise, the intern may be involved in a 3-5 days of field work to support Proforest staff.\nThe nature and expected outcome from the field work will depend on the opportunity arising during the period of internship. 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