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 immediately.

POSITION PURPOSE:

A versatile position at a nonprofit that wants to make it simple for anyone to help the environment by planting trees. Together we can restore forests, create habitat for biodiversity, and make a positive social impact around the world.

One Tree Planted is looking for a dynamic individual to add to our fast growing team. The Carbon Specialist’s primary responsibility will be to develop a pipeline of high quality reforestation carbon projects in the Asia Pacific region, to better position One Tree Planted to help our corporate clients meet their carbon goals and objectives.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to our Sr. Carbon Specialist

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

Primary Responsibilities and Role in the Organisation Summary:

• Support further development of One Tree Planted’s carbon program and policies in the Asia Pacific.
• Provide support and leadership to our Projects Team to assist in the selection and assessment of appropriate projects to address global best practice standards, including Verra, Gold Standard, American Carbon Registry, Climate Action Reserve, Plan Vivo, SD Vista, ICROA and others.
• Support the development, management, and MRV of the Asia Pacific regional carbon portfolio.
• Conduct and build the capacity of implementing partners on the carbon project development process and data needs, including: PIN completion, feasibility assessment, certification standards and methodology selection, and PDD development.
• Conduct QC and QA on all project data.
• Develop key regional partnerships with technical service providers, academia, NGOs and others to address project needs.
• Support the organisation’s response to verifier, registry, and government regulator findings/questions.
• Support the creation of project marketing and communications materials to ensure accuracy and consistency of our carbon offerings to our donors, supporters and corporate clients.
• Maintain project timelines and meet strict deadlines.
• Other duties as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Master of Science in Forestry, Forest Science, Forest Carbon or related field with training in relevant skills such as conducting forest biometrics, forest modeling, participatory rural appraisals, forestry best practices, and have a working knowledge of tree species commonly used in agroforestry as well as for native plantings worldwide and their ecosystem characteristics and impacts.

RELATED EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience with sound knowledge on different international carbon standards and emission reduction calculation methodologies and tools including: Verra, Gold Standard, American Carbon Registry, Climate Action Reserve, Plan Vivo, SD Vista, ICROA and others.
• Advanced knowledge of carbon policy, carbon protocols, and carbon accounting standards.
• Possess on-the-ground carbon, afforestation/reforestation, landscape restoration, and related capacity building.
• Experience in working in forestry/carbon related partnerships, collaborations and initiatives.
• Experience marketing carbon and forestry services to forest owners, investors, and advisors in diverse contexts.
• Experience with carbon and financial modelling in a variety of global forest and land tenure/resource rights types.
• Familiarity with corporate sustainability goals and outcomes such as Net Zero, Carbon Neutrality and Insetting to help them meet global climate change objectives and targets.
• Willing to travel internationally for site visits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, ArcGIS and other software relevant to carbon modelling, monitoring forest metrics would be advantageous.
• Self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic, proven technical abilities, clear communication skills, and a high level of technical writing proficiency.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese and/or French would be advantageous.
• Good time-management and self-management skills, is able to take direction, and work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to solving the environmental challenges of our time.
• Collegial personality and team player

IDEAL LOCATION: Ability to work remotely. The location for this position is a central location with proximity to a major international airport.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Typical starting range is $80,000-$90,000 AUD which will be based on skills and experience. Annual performance increase may be available but not guaranteed.

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO Plan
• Yearly bonus
• Travel opportunities, international and domestic

One Tree Planted is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.