Carbon & Climate Analyst in Paris

Within the Project Management Team, the candidate’s main mission will be to collaborate on the carbon asset development, certification and management of the projects in which the company invests.

Projects assessed include nature-based solutions and high-impact community projects (mangrove restoration, reforestation, improved cookstoves, access to clean water, etc.), certified under leading carbon standards (VCS and Gold Standard=).

The candidate will report directly to the Carbon & Climate Lead and will have the following main responsibilities:

Carbon projects assessment and technical feasibility

• Evaluate project eligibility in line with certification standards methodological requirements
• Manage, track deadlines, review documents of the network of specialized carbon consultants that provide support to the project (third party reviews)
• Co-develop with Carbon & Climate Lead robust carbon forecasts and carbon risk assessment of the projects
• Support the development of proposals presented during investment committee meetings
• Review key deliverables of the projects under certification process (Project Design Documents, Monitoring Reports, etc.)
• Provide technical support for Development and Management team to ensure that technical activities fulfil the requirements of certification standards.
• Technical support to project teams through training and development of tools for project carbon assessment (checklist, calculation sheets, others)
• Understand and manage points of views from different actors (business, technical, academic, investors, public, etc..) to propose smart, practical action plans that create an alignment of all stakeholders.

Reporting

• Reports to the Carbon & Climate Lead
• Periodic presentations to the executive committee during internal committees.

You are passionate about climate issues and developing high-impact projects in emerging or developing countries, results-oriented, and able to solve complex challenges related to carbon project development.

To excel in this position, you are familiar with NBS carbon certification standards and has experience in carbon projects development and carbon calculations, with a demonstrated ability to analyse large amounts of information and provide succinct and relevant recommendations.

You are rigorous, organized, and comfortable working in an international and multicultural environment.

Education

• Master’s degree or equivalent
• Academic background in environmental sciences (agriculture, forestry, etc.), sustainability, environmental management, energy or any other relevant field of study.

Required Experience

• At least 2 years of professional experience on carbon projects certification
• Experience in carbon project development and carbon projects calculations for ARR mainly. Knowledge of Agriculture, Cookstove and Mangrove methodologies is a plus

Expected Skills

• Good knowledge in carbon certification and/or a broad range of emission reduction projects. Mainly ARR projects.
• Familiarity with carbon certification schemes and methodologies (VCS or Gold Standard).
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to prioritize, manage pressure, track the progress of multiple tasks simultaneously, and be ready to reorganize priorities in response to new information.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt to various stakeholders.
• Fluency in English is required
• Ability to work autonomously

Additional Desired Skills

• Familiarity with Label Bas-Carbone is a major plus.
• Familiarity with cookstove, agriculture or mangrove projects are a plus.
• Experience in the operational aspects of ARR (mainly), agriculture, cookstove or mangrove.
• Fluency in French is a plus.
• Skills in statistics, database management, GIS, and remote sensing

Location and Mobility

• Based in Paris, with a hybrid work model (minimum 3 days in the office after the probation period).
• Potential international travels for field visits and project due diligence.
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