[Hiring] GHG Quantification and Mangrove Specialist, Nature-based Solutions @Terra Global Capital

Role Description

This position for GHG quantification provides full-time technical support for carbon accounting and calculations, both at project and program scales, as well as contributing to business development. Candidate should bring expertise in Nature-based Solutions (NbS) sector and specialize in mangrove and/or wetland ecosystems. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in data collection, analysis, and interpretation related to natural ecosystems, with a significant emphasis on mangrove ecosystems. In this role, you will utilize statistical modeling to create predictive models and develop statistical tools aimed at improving and evaluating our carbon accounting models.

• Lead technical design and review of blue carbon projects focused on mangroves and other tidal wetlands, including both restoration and conservation activities.
• Utilize advanced biostatistical techniques to analyze and interpret carbon emissions data, with a specific focus on biological and ecological aspects.
• Identify key trends and patterns to inform decision-making.
• Support technical aspects of methodology development, carbon accounting and calculations (at project and program scales), and business development.
• Evaluate and collaborate on the development of predictive models and statistical tools to forecast future carbon emissions and/or growth.
• Assess and model sea-level rise, sediment accretion, submergence, erosion, salinity, wetland migration, and related non-permanence risks affecting project performance and carbon stocks.
• Develop and review technical aspects of AFOLU carbon projects and programs.
• Compile data from literature and field-data, including forest inventory for GHG accounting procedures for any AFOLU project types.
• Develop models in Excel and Python for baseline, ex-ante carbon calculations, and ex-post emission reductions/removals of AFOLU carbon projects and programs.
• Visit remote project sites primarily in developing countries and verify fieldwork to support forest-based carbon projects.
• Manage the collection of in-situ land use and land cover data and assess the biophysical, and socio-economic feasibility of NBS/AFOLU carbon projects.
• Support Project Managers for multiple international projects, including ensuring tasks remain under budget and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Background quantifying GHG emissions in successful carbon projects following market standards.
• Applied understanding of wetland hydrology, sediment accretion and erosion, water table dynamics, salinity, organic vs. mineral soils, and soil organic carbon accounting.
• Proficiency in statistical software and data analysis tools, such as Python, or others.
• Coursework in biometrics, biostatistics, modeling, programming, GIS analysis, soil science, and forest systems.
• A bachelor's degree in applied natural sciences such as forestry, ecology, natural resources, or biogeochemistry strongly suggested.
• Preferred master’s in biostatistics, statistics, or a related field.
• Practical and applied understanding of mathematical and statistical principles related to forest growth, yields and harvests.
• Strong understanding of mangrove ecosystems and their unique biogeochemical modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to work with complex and extensive data sets.
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience in forest monitoring, REDD+ carbon accounting, and MRV.
• Excellent skills in MS Office suite, including advanced Excel skills of modeling.
• Logical and structured thinker with understanding of spatial software.
• Excellent written skills in English, and able to communicate fluently in English.
• Organized, market-focused and results-oriented.
• Understanding of cultural sensitivities associated with working in international settings.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment while self-managing deliverables.
• Passionate about working in the development and environmental sector.
• Preferred knowledge of at least one foreign language, preferably French, Spanish, or Portuguese.

Requirements

• Passion/persistence to work as a team-player and contribute to a company dedicated to Nature-based Solutions (NbS) program approaches.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills: Verbal, written, and presentational.
• High-level attention to detail.
• Proactive and positive attitude; strong willingness to contribute effectively and positively to a multidisciplinary, global private company.
• Highly motivated to meet corporate and personal/professional Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), as assigned annually.
• Experience with GHG market standards, guidelines and protocols.
• Actively working to learn new skills in order to stay ahead of changing technologies and industry trends.
• Able to apply business knowledge to develop and deliver innovative, beneficial improvements.
• Excellent collaboration skills required both in-person and fully remote.
• Demonstrable ability to operate and effectively communicate while under pressure.
• Skilled in communicating technical topics to non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in an international environment, specifically in developing countries.

Benefits

• “20 Years of Passion and Persistence for People and the Planet”: work for a successful, mission driven social enterprise that is an industry leader in facilitating financially, socially, and environmentally sustainable landscapes in developing and emerging economies.
• Professional Growth: thrive on the opportunity to learn through training and development with dedicated professionals working from different countries around the world.
• Collaboration: join a great team atmosphere and a corporate culture based on mutual respect, partnerships, flat reporting structures and the opportunity to work from home.
• Salary compensation: $68-100k base per year for US based staff, commensurate with qualifications and home working location.