Carbon Project Analyst

One Tree Planted is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on global reforestation. As an environmental charity, we are dedicated to making it easier for individuals and businesses to give back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protect biodiversity, and help reforestation efforts around the world. All by planting trees!

The ideal start date for this position is as soon as possible.

The location for this position is in Brazil due to local travels, with home office (remote) work.

POSITION PURPOSE:

One Tree Planted is looking for a dynamic individual to add to our fast-growing team. The Carbon Project Manager primary responsibility will be to manage carbon projects in the country, in order to better position One Tree Planted to help our corporate clients meet their carbon goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

• Collaborate with the Head of Nature Based Solutions and the team to manage carbon/nature-based solutions (NBS) projects including forest restoration/reforestation, agroforestry (ARR) and related initiatives;
• Provide support for sourcing and developing NBS/carbon projects for major funders/investors;
• Elaborate and maintain projects data and financial spreadsheets, keeping all required platforms updated;
• Provide technical support for reviewing project documents and agreements;
• Ensure project milestones and payments are delivered according to timelines;
• Building reports for funders and ensure reports are delivered timely and at a high standard;
• Communicate project details to the broader team when required for fundraising and storytelling purposes;
• Site visit projects for relationship building, monitoring, reporting and verification;
• Provide assets to be shared with marketing and video team to communicate about projects, when required;
• Other related duties as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

• University degree in Forestry, Environmental or forestry engineering, Environmental Science and related areas.

• Master’s degree would be highly desirable and a differential.

• Fluency in both oral and written Portuguese and English is essential. Professional competency in other major languages (e.g Spanish) is a plus.

RELATED EXPERIENCE:

• Self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic, proven technical abilities, clear communication skills, and technical writing proficiency.
• Desirable 2 years of relevant professional experience with forest carbon projects/nature-based solutions.
• Previous experience with forest restoration, agroforestry, or reforestation (ARR) would be highly preferred.
• Good knowledge of forest carbon standards and methodologies (e.g Verra VCS, Gold Standard).
• Previous exposure to carbon accounting or modelling would be advantageous.
• Good capacity to work autonomously and meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced, high-tech and result-oriented work environment.
• Availability for travel, both international and national.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

COMPENSATION**:**  Above market remuneration package based on skills and experience. Annual performance increase may be available, but not guaranteed.

• Flexible work environment, international team
• Competitive Paid Time Off Policy
• Professional Development and Wellness benefits
• Health allowance and possibility of annual bonus
• Travel opportunities

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

• Cover letter indicating your interest in the position and why you think you would be a good fit with the organization.
• Your resume (CV).

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Responsibilities, duties may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  One Tree Planted is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Keywords

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