Join the MSPO Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC)

Be part of the effort to strengthen fair, independent and impartial dispute resolution in the Malaysian sustainable palm oil sector.

Committee members will be selected with the objective of ensuring the independence and impartiality of the DRC, while maintaining a sufficiently diverse range of backgrounds and experience in areas related to the environmental, social and economic aspects of oil palm management and the palm oil industry.

Members of the DRC should be capable, dependable and able to deal with disputes submitted to the Committee in a fair and balanced manner.

DRC MEMBERS ARE EXPECTED TO:

  1. Observe and comply with the DRC Terms of Reference (TOR) when participating in dispute resolution proceedings.
  2. Review relevant documents, provide comments and undertake preparatory work before meetings, where required.
  3. Participate in deliberations and contribute to decisions in accordance with the applicable Dispute Resolution Procedure.
  4. Uphold confidentiality, independence, impartiality and professional conduct throughout their tenure.

The DRC will convene meetings as and when necessary, with administrative and secretariat support provided by MSPO.

INDEPENDENCE AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST

To safeguard the independence and impartiality of the Committee, DRC members shall not serve as MSPO peer reviewers, consultants or auditors during their tenure.

Members are also expected to identify and appropriately manage any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest in accordance with the applicable requirements.

TERM OF APPOINTMENT AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Successful candidates will be appointed for a two-year term, subject to appointment by the MSPO Board of Trustees.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are required to submit:

  1. Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  2. Motivational Letter / Statement of Intent of not more than one page, including the details of two (2) referees

Submission email: complaints@mspo.org.my
Application period: 19–30 October 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information or clarification, please contact complaints@mspo.org.my

Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO)