Flow Carbon
About the Job
Carbon project origination is at the core of what we do at Flow Carbon. We are looking for someone to join our team as we create opportunities for high impact projects. In this role, you will lead our carbon project development and help build our community of carbon project partners.
Responsibilities
Lead Flow Carbon’s efforts to scope and originate carbon project development opportunities
Identify and pursue new carbon project opportunities leveraging your network and
Flow’s network of partners
Build and maintain relationships with conservation and other nonprofits as well as for-profit project proponents, developing a robust pipeline of qualified carbon project prospects
Establish a methodology to assess opportunities for viability and impact
Partner with finance teams to identify and structure opportunities
Guide relevant external communications
Manage our partnerships with certification bodies (i.e. Verra, American Carbon Registry)
Maintain deep knowledge of emerging global sustainability standards as they pertain to the voluntary carbon market, as well as consumer, competitive and macroeconomic trends
Qualifications 5+ years experience in the voluntary carbon market
Deep relationships with nonprofit and other project developers
Robust understanding of the VCM, carbon development, and project methodologies
Bachelor’s degree in related field (Business, Sustainability, Environmental Studies, etc.), or equivalent professional experience
Experience at a nature/environmental non-profit preferred
Familiarity with carbon standard and methodologies, particularly Verra’s VCS program
Relationships with validation and verification bodies a plus
Motivated self-starter, with the ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively
Highly organized with impeccable attention to detail. Able to balance short term tactical work with long term strategy
Solutions-oriented, pragmatic thinker who is able to work towards business goals, and be comfortable with shifting priorities as needed
Outstanding project management skills with the ability to multi-task
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders
Passion, energy, and commitment to sustainability and creating climate solutions
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Identify and pursue new carbon project opportunities leveraging your network and
Flow’s network of partners
Build and maintain relationships with conservation and other nonprofits as well as for-profit project proponents, developing a robust pipeline of qualified carbon project prospects
Establish a methodology to assess opportunities for viability and impact
Partner with finance teams to identify and structure opportunities
Guide relevant external communications
Manage our partnerships with certification bodies (i.e. Verra, American Carbon Registry)
Maintain deep knowledge of emerging global sustainability standards as they pertain to the voluntary carbon market, as well as consumer, competitive and macroeconomic trends
Qualifications 5+ years experience in the voluntary carbon market
Deep relationships with nonprofit and other project developers
Robust understanding of the VCM, carbon development, and project methodologies
Bachelor’s degree in related field (Business, Sustainability, Environmental Studies, etc.), or equivalent professional experience
Experience at a nature/environmental non-profit preferred
Familiarity with carbon standard and methodologies, particularly Verra’s VCS program
Relationships with validation and verification bodies a plus
Motivated self-starter, with the ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively
Highly organized with impeccable attention to detail. Able to balance short term tactical work with long term strategy
Solutions-oriented, pragmatic thinker who is able to work towards business goals, and be comfortable with shifting priorities as needed
Outstanding project management skills with the ability to multi-task
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders
Passion, energy, and commitment to sustainability and creating climate solutions
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