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Carbon Removal Alliance is seeking a Communications Manager who can build out our public aairs program and write and edit content, establishing our positioning among our membership, the media, policymakers, and the carbon removal ecosystem. This will be the first full-time communications hire for the Carbon Removal Alliance, joining a team of dedicated consultants and firms that currently support the organization. The communications program at CRA should serve as a bridge between innovators and policymakers, translating complex topics and uplifting carbon removal approaches that align with our principles. This candidate will have an opportunity to tell stories about real-world deployments of carbon removal across the US and help build political will for carbon removal policy in Washington, D.C. This candidate will be a member of the founding team at CRA, with opportunities to build the CRA&rsquo;s processes and culture in a new and fast-paced organization.
This candidate should be comfortable writing and editing content that include op-eds, reports, fact sheets, and blogs. As a writer, this candidate is clear and succinct. As an editor, this candidate isn&rsquo;t afraid to rework a piece or zero in on grammar. This candidate is a skilled project manager who can manage multiple work streams, organize teammates around a campaign, and build authentic partnerships. This role will report to the Chief of Staff.
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The Carbon Removeal Alliance serves as a bridge between innovators and policymakers working to advance high-quality, permanent carbon removal.

Communications Manager (Public Affairs)

Job Description:<div><div>Strategic Communications Manager: Industrial Decarbonization </div><div>Remote; Applications close Click or tap to enter a date.   </div><div>Influence Team  </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Do you have a keen ability to grasp and synthesize complex topics and issues surrounding industrial decarbonization? Are you a strategic thinker and storyteller who can bring technical subjects to life for different audiences including corporate leaders and politicians? Do you thrive on working in fast-paced environments and simultaneously developing and managing a diverse portfolio of topical narratives and projects? If yes, then join our growing team! </div><div>We highly encourage individuals of underrepresented groups to apply!   </div><div>Your Impact  </div><div>RMI is seeking an experienced strategic communications and marketing professional with a demonstrated ability to create and implement long-term marcomms strategies, while managing teams to ensure timely, successful execution of those strategies. This role will be focused on advancing RMI’s approach to decarbonizing the world’s highest-emitting industrial sectors that account for roughly 30% of global climate pollution. Previous work experience or knowledge about the complexities of scaling green hydrogen production and cutting emissions in complex supply chains for steel, cement, aviation fuel, and petrochemicals is preferred. </div><div>Your passion for RMI’s mission will serve you well in accelerating the US clean energy transition to create good jobs, enhance economic competitiveness and innovation, and build more equitable and resilient communities. RMI’s industrial decarbonization technical experts work globally with industry, governments, and civil society across heavy industry, to (1) inspire corporate leadership, (2) advance the most important climate policies, (3) develop and implement state and corporate climate strategies, and (4) stimulate innovation and foster technology break-through.  </div><div>You will be a strong team player and manager who coordinates and collaborates with multiple RMI programs, our central Influence Team, and external partners. As the Strategic Communications Manager, you will use data-driven insights about our audiences and their motivations to provide communications and marketing guidance to our sectoral experts, develop and execute strategic in-market campaigns, and coordinate communications efforts across channels with other RMI programs to inform and influence key stakeholders and decision makers. This role requires someone with deep experience at the intersection of policy and communications. </div><div>This role will report to the Senior Manager of Market Forces Communications.  </div><div> </div><div>Major Roles and Responsibilities  </div><div> </div><div>Develop and Lead RMI’s Industrial Decarbonization Marketing and Communications Strategy  </div><div><ul><li>Develop, coordinate, and deliver audience-centric marketing plans and communications campaigns for RMI’s comprehensive approach to industrial decarbonization that leverage diverse channels, including earned, owned, and paid media; events; direct communications; and partnerships. </li><li>Provide guidance to RMI’s technical experts to position, frame and develop narratives from an audience-centric perspective. </li><li>Seek out, develop, and manage strategic communications partnerships with like-minded NGOs, influencers, and/or advocacy groups in the target market.. </li><li>Proactively leverage news-making moments, milestones, outcomes, and impacts to drive awareness and interest in the program with target audiences, influencers, donors, policymakers, and decision-makers. </li></ul></div></div><div><div>  </div><div>Core Skills and Experiences   </div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, marketing, or related field and/or appropriate combination of education and significant experience. </li><li>5+ years’ experience in marketing and communications disciplines in the political and policy space, with clear experience in developing long-term communications strategies and leading successful global, multi-channel marketing campaigns. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple relationships and complex projects across a broad portfolio of issues. </li></ul></div><div><a href="https://usc-word-edit.officeapps.live.com/we/wordeditorframe.aspx?ui=en%2DUS&amp;rs=en%2DUS&amp;wopisrc=https%3A%2F%2Frockmtnins.sharepoint.com%2Fsites%2FInfluenceTeam%2F_vti_bin%2Fwopi.ashx%2Ffiles%2Fecef5753a16a4d0380fc9e2c893575e2&amp;wdenableroaming=1&amp;mscc=1&amp;hid=0E06F9A0-0080-4000-85B4-C89A63A7353F&amp;wdorigin=Other&amp;jsapi=1&amp;jsapiver=v1&amp;newsession=1&amp;corrid=a76793b9-5052-4921-b0ab-c4d80482e141&amp;usid=a76793b9-5052-4921-b0ab-c4d80482e141&amp;sftc=1&amp;cac=1&amp;mtf=1&amp;sfp=1&amp;instantedit=1&amp;wopicomplete=1&amp;wdredirectionreason=Unified_SingleFlush&amp;rct=Normal&amp;ctp=LeastProtected#_Desired_Skills_and">Desired Skills and Experiences</a>  </div><div><ul><li>A strong team player with excellent interpersonal/collaborative skills with staff and counterparts at all organizational levels and with external partners   </li><li>Passion for supporting heavy industry decarbonization as well as RMI's mission and theory of change. </li></ul></div><div>   </div><div>Location     </div><div>We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado, and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located from anywhere in the continental United States.    </div><div>We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.    </div><div>  </div><div>We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.  </div><div>  </div><div>Benefits  </div><div>We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:  </div><div><ul><li>Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance    </li><li>403b Retirement Options (5% match, with no vesting schedule)   </li><li>Life, AD&amp;D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability    </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Commuter and Wellness Benefits  </li><li>Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)    </li><li>Generous paid time off  </li><li>Parental leave  </li><li>Casual work environment    </li></ul></div><div>   </div><div>Compensation  </div><div>The salary range for this position is $92,055 to $109,939. This is dependent upon experience that will be discussed and vetted through the interview process.  </div><div>   </div><div>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion        </div><div>At RMI, our mission is to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future for all. For this to happen, every single person needs to be a stakeholder in the energy transition. Recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve is critical to our success. We need the widest range of perspectives to understand the systems we are trying to change. That doesn’t just mean bringing a diverse team to the table; it also means working proactively to give all job seekers and employees equitable experiences. Visit our <a href="https://rmi.org/diversity-equity-inclusion/">DEI page</a> for more information on our DEI initiatives and commitments.  </div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.     </div><div>  </div><div>   </div><div>About RMI     </div><div>RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5°C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world’s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing. RMI-India, a sister organization, has an office in New Delhi.  </div><div>  </div></div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Transforming global energy systems for a 1.5°C future through market-driven solutions and impactful interventions.

Strategic Communications Manager - Industrial Decarbonization

<h2>Overview</h2>Put your passion and skills to work for the planet. Climate change is the most urgent issue of our time, and we need people like you to help us build a vital Earth — for everyone. We’re Environmental Defense Fund, a fast-paced nonprofit with a growing staff of more than 1,000 people in nearly 30 countries. We deliver game-changing solutions that cut climate pollution and strengthen people’s ability to thrive despite the effects climate change is already having. We work wherever we can have the most impact, from local communities to top companies to governments worldwide, and even in space. Our culture, values and commitment to diversity make EDF an exciting and meaningful place to work. Every job here makes a difference. Won’t you join us?<h2>Responsibilities </h2>Program Overview  With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.   The goal of EDF's Ocean Science Program is to deliver the science that will help build resilient oceans that provide more fish in the water, more - and more secure - food on the plate and more prosperous fishing communities, all over the world, even with climate change.  In recent years, we have focused on the science behind robust transformations of fisheries management in the U.S., China, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Belize, Cuba and Europe, working in partnership with diverse stakeholders and coastal communities. Scientific priorities include developing new approaches to understand and address the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems, including not only resilient fisheries, but also complementary engagements that enhance marine and coastal ecosystem resilience and human wellbeing, especially for disadvantaged and vulnerable populations.     Location  U.S. Remote, with possibility to work out of an EDF Office location (Austin, TX; Boulder, CO; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Raleigh, NC; San Francisco, CA; Washington D.C.), with travel to Cornell University and other EDF locations as needed. Fellow supervisors are in Boston, MA, Seattle, WA, and Ithaca, NY. Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required for the duration of the fellowship. Term  This is a 2-year fellowship with an anticipated start date between July 1 and September 1, 2024.  Overall Function  The Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellow will develop a model to evaluate the food and nutrition provisioning implications of prospective commercial fisheries targeting mesopelagic (midwater) marine fishes and zooplankton for use in aquaculture feeds (e.g., fishmeal), and conduct a trade-off analysis of climate mitigation and food production goals from such fisheries. Specifically, the fellow will calculate the fishmeal production potential from fisheries in 1-2 geographies (potentially the California Current, Humboldt Current, and/or the North Atlantic), and calculate the potential protein and micronutrient yield of aquaculture species portfolios reflecting different management goals (e.g., maximize protein, maximize specific nutrients, maximize profit). This analysis would be integrated with ongoing modeling of the carbon sequestration potential of mesopelagic species, to enable a trade-off analysis. The fellow will determine the optimum level of harvest of mesopelagic species in each geography that could support food security provisioning and minimize disruption of carbon sequestration. This model and trade-off analysis will be developed into one or more academic journal articles, as well as policy briefs and communication materials to share with national and international fishery management bodies, industry representatives, and climate leaders.  The fellow will work with Dr. Julia Mason, Social-ecological Systems Scientist and Dr. Mattias Cape, Marine Biogeochemical Scientist at EDF, and Dr. Eugene Won, a fish biologist and aquaculture specialist at Cornell University. The fellow will be part of a cohort of postdoctoral and research fellows at EDF, and will collaborate closely with research partners at Cornell University as well as other research institutions. Continued professional development, training and mentoring by EDF &amp; Cornell staff and partners will be provided.  Diversifying the next generation of sustainability scholars is a shared goal of Cornell Atkinson and EDF, and we strive to honor and value candidates’ identity and experiences. We value lived experience, and so we encourage all applicants to apply even if 100% of the listed qualifications are not met. Key Responsibilities Tasks may include but are not limited to: <ul> <li>Synthesize estimates of mesopelagic biomass and fishing potential in the selected regions. </li> <li>Synthesize nutrition content information on mesopelagic species to quantify the potential use of this fishery as an aquaculture feed commodity. </li> <li>Collaborate with biogeochemical modelers to weigh food provisioning estimates against carbon sequestration benefits. </li> <li>Develop an optimization analysis to characterize scenarios that maximize food security goals while minimizing climate impacts. </li> <li>Lead and participate in the preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. </li> <li>Develop communications materials including policy briefs, one-pagers, infographics, slide decks, blog posts, and social media posts. </li> <li>Present findings at scientific conferences and to decision-making and industry audiences. This could include participation in fora such as Regional Fisheries Management Organization Meetings, the 2025 UN Oceans Conference, or COP29/30.  </li> <li>Represent EDF and Cornell in external meetings with a high degree of professionalism. </li> <li>Participate in advancing EDF Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values. </li> <li>Participate in the joint Cornell Atkinson and EDF Sustainable Leadership Program for postdoctoral fellows.</li></ul> Qualifications <ul> <li>A recent Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., biogeochemistry, fisheries science, marine ecology, sustainability science, natural resource management, natural resource economics, food systems modeling, nutrition, social-ecological systems). This position has the potential to weave together different disciplines, so we welcome candidates from diverse fields.   </li> <li>Quantitative analysis and/or modeling skills strongly desired, such as food web, biogeochemical cycling, economic, or statistical modeling; optimization or trade-off analyses; or systems analyses such as fuzzy cognitive mapping, network analysis, etc.</li> <li>Programming experience (e.g., R, Matlab, Python) desired.</li> <li>Data visualization skills are a plus.</li> <li>Ability to work with wide range of environmental (e.g., oceanographic, biogeochemical, wildlife management, ecological) and/or nutrition (e.g., proximate composition analysis) datasets is a plus. </li> <li>Demonstrate excellence in rigorous scientific analyses and in oral and written communication of scientific concepts, especially for public and policy audiences. </li> <li>A track record of relevant research and presentations at scientific conferences, including at least one peer-reviewed publication (or manuscript currently under review) on a related topic or using relevant quantitative methodology desired. </li> <li>Ability to work independently, using independent judgment and initiative to plan, prioritize, problem solve, and organize workload in a fast-paced environment. </li> <li>An interest and commitment to solving environmental problems based on rigorous science and solutions-focused approaches. </li> <li>Interest and ability to work in interdisciplinary collaborations.</li> <li>Must have the ability to travel domestically as needed.</li> <li>Demonstrate self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds. </li></ul> Application Materials  Interested applicants should attach a 2-page CV and a cover letter with their EDF application. The cover letter (&lt; 1000 words) should include a description of the candidate's relevant experience, their interest in the subject matter, and a brief statement of the candidate’s contribution and/or commitment to DEI. If applicable, please also provide reprints 1-3 of your most relevant and compelling publications (can include manuscripts in prep or in review, and scientific communication pieces).  <h2>Pay Ranges</h2>We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms.The pay range for this role is shown below. Please note that pay ranges are country specific. As a result, the stated currency is not meant be converted into any other currency. <h2>Minimum Salary</h2>USD $68,250.00/Yr.<h2>Maximum Salary</h2>USD $68,250.00/Yr.<h2>EEO Information</h2>Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Leading the way in environmental solutions with strong science, partnerships, and practical approaches for a sustainable future.

Atkinson Postdoctoral Science Fellow

<h2>Overview</h2>The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our staff helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our staff of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and internationally from our offices in New York; Washington, D.C.; Chicago; Santa Monica; San Francisco; Bozeman, Montana; and Beijing. POSITION SUMMARY  NRDC is hiring a politically experienced campaign manager to join the Center for Campaigns and Organizing Regional and State Campaigns team in its Denver, Colorado office.  Reporting to the Western Director of Campaigns, the Western Campaign Manager will develop and implement advocacy tactics to influence federal, state, and local policymakers in Colorado, New Mexico, and other western states. <h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions: </li> <li>Develop and implement regional and state campaign plans and budgets for advocacy and accountability initiatives in close collaboration with Program, Advocacy, and Communications partners and with federal campaign teams. </li> <li>Typically engage in 4-5 concurrent priority campaigns, including for the NRDC Action Fund. </li> <li>Organize partnerships with state and local organizations to achieve campaign objectives. </li> <li>Organize campaign briefings and reports for internal and external interested parties. </li> <li>Manage campaign consultants, vendors, and budget as assigned. </li> <li>This position does not have direct reports but there is a great deal of horizontal management required. </li> <li>Expect occasional late night and weekend work with short notice. </li> <li>Expect travel between 3-5 days per month. </li></ul>The above list of duties is not comprehensive but generally demonstrates the types of matters under this position’s responsibility. Other duties may be assigned.  <h2>Qualifications</h2>Minimum Education &amp; Experience:   <ul> <li>A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. </li> <li>Has successfully spearheaded campaign for at least two election cycles; three or more election cycles preferred.</li> <li>5+ years of experience in politics and advocacy.</li></ul>Skills, Abilities, Competencies  <ul> <li>Preference given to those that have managed or served as a director on one or more major issue advocacy, federal or statewide political campaigns. </li> <li>The ideal candidate is experienced in and adept as both an advocate, organizer, and as a campaign tactician. They should be experienced in and well-prepared to frame issues, use polling and other research to guide advocacy communications, and organize outreach to stakeholders and coalition partners through a variety of paid and earned campaign tactics. </li> <li>Proven experience in managing internal processes, project teams, and budgets. </li> <li>Exceptional ability to analyze information, formulate plans, and convey them in writing and through oral presentations.  </li> <li>Ability to manage and organize multiple projects concurrently with strong time management skills.  </li> <li>Track record of cultivating high-level relationships with political, non-profit advocacy, and philanthropic leaders, with a well-established professional network in politics, government, and non-profit advocacy. </li> <li>Ability to represent NRDC with maturity, judgment, and professionalism. </li> <li>Ability to travel to NRDC U.S. based offices, approximately 10-15% annually. </li> <li>Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles. </li></ul>Preferred Additional Qualifications: <ul> <li>Recent experience working in and having strong governmental/political/professional networks in the West, and particularly Colorado, would be especially attractive.  </li> <li>Professional exposure to energy and environmental issues is not required. We are looking for innovative, cutting-edge campaign and public affairs professionals, first and foremost. </li> <li>Some professional experience working in Congress, a state legislature, or in a gubernatorial administration is desirable but not required. We are not necessarily looking for a long-time legislative or government staffer or lobbyist with minimal campaign experience.  The ideal candidate is instead a seasoned campaigner who might have a year or more of legislative experience. </li></ul>NRDC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in our work and in our workplace. We believe that celebrating and actively welcoming diverse voices and perspectives is essential to solving the planet's most pressing environmental problems, and we encourage applications from candidates whose identities have been historically under-represented in the environmental movement.  We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.   We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and is commensurate with skills and experience. Internal equity will be reviewed and considered to determine a final offer. For this position, the salary range is $117,900 to $130,000.   Our offices are open, and we are operating in a hybrid model. We offer NRDCers flexibility, and we ask them to come into the office and spend meaningful time there in collaboration with their colleagues. We call this purposeful presence.  As a science-based organization, NRDC aims to do our part to help contain the COVID-19 public health crisis. For the sake of health, safety, and equity, we ask that people be vaccinated unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation or other exemption in accordance with state and local law. We consider a person to be vaccinated two weeks after receiving one full course of a CDC-approved vaccine. In accordance with state or local law, new hires will be asked to attest to vaccination, those wishing to do so may request medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions via NRDC Employee Relations. NRDC treats all vaccine-related data confidentially, in keeping with local, state, and federal laws.  To apply, visit www.nrdc.org/careers and upload your résumé and cover letter. Please mention where you saw this posting and upload any additional materials that showcase your abilities. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact only those candidates we would like to interview. Please no phone calls, emails, or in-person résumé drop-offs.  If you experience technical problems while applying or if you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying online, please reach out to iCIMS Customer Care at 1-800-889-4422.  For more about NRDC, visit www.nrdc.org.

Protecting the planet's wildlife and ensuring clean air, water, and healthy communities through law, science, and activism.

Western Campaign Manager

Company Overview:
LabStart is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to unlocking climate innovations from premier research laboratories and empowering underrepresented entrepreneurs to bring these technologies from lab-to-market. The LabStart Fellowship is a full-time, one year, cohort-based program, where fellows are supported in launching new climate startups built around intellectual property licensed from U.S. national labs and universities. The fellowship is tailored to reduce common systemic barriers to entrepreneurship such as access to funding, access to networks, and capacity building. Accessibility and inclusion are the core of our mission, program, and partner network.
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Job Summary:
LabStart is seeking an enthusiastic and versatile person to join our team as a Communications and Operations Associate. As we expand our team from three (CEO, COO, Program Director) to four, we seek someone who is ambitious, adaptable, and energized by entrepreneurship and climate solutions. You'll play a pivotal role in amplifying our mission, managing day-to-day operations, and fostering community engagement. This is an opportunity to significantly impact our organization, our entrepreneurs, and the planet. Specific job functions may flex with the needs of the program throughout the year and with program scale from year to year.&nbsp;
We're very excited to meet with people with exceptional written and oral communication skills, who are energized by the execution of administrative/operational tasks and motivated by the opportunity to manage evolving projects and programs as the organization grows.
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Responsibilities:
Time is roughly estimated at: 50% Content and Marketing Lead and 50% Operations Coordinator.
Content and Marketing Lead
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Content Strategy and Generation: Develop compelling content to showcase LabStart's impact and initiatives.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Development of Communication Materials: Create engaging collateral, including blogs, presentations, reports, and promotional materials.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Social Media Management: Plan, create, and schedule content for social media channels, fostering community engagement and brand awareness.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Creative Initiatives: Contribute innovative ideas to enhance LabStart's branding, storytelling, and outreach efforts.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Newsletter Creation: Curate and distribute newsletters to stakeholders, highlighting key updates, achievements, and opportunities.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Community Engagement: Identify partnership opportunities and share relevant resources with LabStart's cohort and broader community.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Website Management: Update and maintain LabStart's website content to reflect the latest initiatives, resources, and achievements (currently wix; transitioning to webflow).</li>
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Operations Coordinator
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Event Planning and Organization: Coordinate seamless logistics for speaking engagements, networking events, and demo days</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">CRM Organizing: Maintain and update customer relationship management systems to streamline communication and track interactions.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Logistics Support: Assist fellows with travel arrangements, event coordination, and program logistics.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Recruitment Support: Collaborate with team members to recruit and onboard the next cohort of entrepreneurs, supporting outreach and application processes.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Grant Proposal Drafting: Assist in the development of grant proposals, providing research, writing, and coordination support.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Tech Vetting Process: Facilitate the logistics around evaluation and selection process for climate technologies, coordinating stakeholder feedback and communications,</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Task Management: Help drive organizational efficiency by proactively monitoring and following-up on team deadlines.</li>
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Candidate Preferences:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Based in Colorado (preferred but flexible for the right candidate)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Excitement for and alignment with LabStart's mission and values</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Overflowing passion for climate action and clean energy transitions</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Meticulous attention to detail</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Comfort in a fast-moving startup environment</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Comfortable working with web tools such as slack, asana, Streak (crm), mailchimp, notion</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Strong understanding and awareness of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) principles and how to apply them </li>
</ul>
Work Environment:
This position offers a hybrid work environment, with team members based in California and Colorado. Collaboration with contractors and partners may occur across various locations and time zones.
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Compensation Philosophy:
LabStart offers competitive base compensation, robust benefits and quarterly performance bonuses (determined by personal and company performance) to attract and celebrate people aligned with our mission and values. Our compensation program reflects our commitment to fairness, transparency, and excellence in nonprofit management.
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">An annual base salary of $65,000</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Employer covered health benefits through a <a href="https://www.healthcare.gov/job-based-help/qsehra/">Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA)</a> (<a href="https://www.peoplekeep.com/blog/qsehra-contribution-limits">about</a>)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Retirement: Simple IRA with up to 5% company match</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Quarterly performance incentives</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Non-accrued sick and personal time - if you need it, use it</li>
</ul>
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Application Process:
We require the following in order to consider your application:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Email <a href="mailto:megan@labstart.xyz">info@labstart.xyz</a> with the subject line &ldquo;Communications and Operations Associate - [Your Name]"</li>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Resume</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">In lieu of a cover letter, we ask that all candidates share in their email:</li>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="3">Why are you interested in LabStart?</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="3">Three portfolio materials / samples (previous written, video, or voice content) that demonstrate your communication style. Please introduce/briefly explain the intended audience of these materials in your submission email.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
</ul>

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LabStart Communications and Operations Associate

ABOUT US American Forests is a national non-profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to large landscapes, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place-based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal and economic benefits of forests are fully realized and equitably available to all people. Established in 1875, American Forests is the oldest national non-profit conservation organization in the U.S. working to restore urban forests and forested landscapes. American Forests is proud to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible workplace. These are our shared values. We welcome individuals who bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences to be a part of our team to help make a difference individually and collectively as we work toward achieving our mission. We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming and respectful and provides opportunities for advancement and professional growth for every team member. &nbsp;We hope you find your future with us.
PROJECT SUMMARY America&rsquo;s forests are a critical natural climate solution. Reforestation/afforestation offers the most immediate and ample carbon removal solution. There are many opportunities for this in the U.S., with as much as 148 million acres suitable for reforestation (ReforestationHub.org). Yet, deployment of quality reforestation at scale has been limited by high upfront costs that are out of sync with the timeline for carbon removal.&nbsp; American Forests&rsquo; Reforest America Carbon Program (RACP) is designed to address the financing challenges associated with reforestation/afforestation and advance the highest quality climate-adapted projects. Over the past year, American Forests has worked with landowners, forest carbon experts, carbon registries, and businesses to design RACP to help meet the country&rsquo;s growing reforestation needs.&nbsp; We are currently developing a unique portfolio of climate-adapted reforestation projects with public land management agencies, Tribal Nations, and underserved private landowners who do not have access to the necessary funding to reforest severely burned lands in the western United States and other lands suitable for reforestation in other geographies throughout North America. American Forests recently received a USFS grant to support the participation of particularly eligible federally recognized Tribal Nations and Native Hawaiian organizations as well as underserved private landowners, in emerging markets for resilient reforestation, or reforestation that is resilient to future climate changes and disturbances as well as future market and economic conditions. Our primary goals are to provide Tribal Nations and Native Hawaiian organizations as well as underserved private landowners with the technical and financial resources needed for implementing resilient reforestation and accessing new income streams and deploy climate-informed reforestation practices.&nbsp; This position will work to deliver the following outcomes and focus outreach and partnership development with federally recognized Tribal Nations in the Continental US: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Work in close collaboration with our partners including the National Indian Carbon Coalition, a program of the Indian Land Tenure Foundation, to establish new relationships and grow existing relationships and partnerships with Tribal Nations that lead to the creation of forest restoration and carbon projects.</li>
<li>Create new opportunities for Tribal Nations to access private markets for resilient reforestation and its climate and ecosystem service benefits.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Engage with and provide technical assistance about resilient reforestation and emerging markets for joint climate mitigation and adaptation.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Implement high-integrity resilient reforestation projects yielding biodiversity, water, climate, and cultural benefits.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES To advance this work, American Forests is looking for a Senior Manager that is a skilled relationship-builder and excellent communicator who is grounded in cultural competency gained through lived experience and motivated by working collaboratively with others to develop high quality forest restoration and nature-based solution carbon projects with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities. They will advance this work as part of the implementation of American Forest&rsquo;s new Forest Landowner Support Cooperative Agreement with the USFS.&nbsp; The Senior Manager will serve as a liaison with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities and organizations to establish, grow and maintain effective relationships. The Senior Manager will work in close collaboration with our partners, including the National Indian Carbon Coalition, a program of the Indian Land Tenure Foundation, to establish new relationships and grow existing relationships and partnerships that lead to the creation of forest restoration and carbon projects. The Senior Manager will support the team in the origination, development, and implementation of carbon financed reforestation/afforestation projects that include traditional and new approaches. Specific responsibilities include: Partnership Development with Tribal Nations (85%)
<ul>
<li>Develop organization's outreach strategy to engage Tribal Nations in reforestation in partnership with National Indian Carbon Coalition and conduct outreach to Tribal Nations to assess opportunities to develop nature-based carbon projects in specific geographies and landscapes in the western US (CA, ID, MT, NM, OR, WA).</li>
<li>Serve as an organizational liaison and trusted point of contact for&nbsp;Tribal Nations&nbsp;and tribal representatives and work in close collaboration with the National Indian Carbon Coalition to facilitate introductions and establish, grow and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships with&nbsp;Tribal Nations.</li>
<li>Build trusted relationships among tribal members and representatives, keeping&nbsp;Tribal Nation&nbsp;governments and their membership informed about project development and progress, scheduling while actively soliciting input at all stages.</li>
<li>Build on an existing network of place-based partners to meaningfully engage and form lasting partnerships with at least ten federally recognized&nbsp;Tribal Nations&nbsp;to generate forest restoration and carbon projects that integrate Indigenous Knowledge and socio-cultural benefits to restore forest ecosystems.</li>
<li>Facilitate comprehensive, efficient, thoughtful, and meaningful dialogue with tribal communities to receive feedback on project proposals and reviews, including new ideas and creative opportunities for collaboration.</li>
<li>Synthesize and effectively communicate concerns and ideas raised by tribal communities to the development team and senior management and find effective solutions and responses.</li>
<li>Coordinate with Tribal Nation Councils, natural resource departments and officers.</li>
</ul>
Program Administration (15%)
<ul>
<li>Track and manage the development of a portfolio of relationships, scopes of work and projects simultaneously</li>
<li>Develop associated work plans, track progress to program goals and manage time and resources appropriately</li>
<li>Participate in American Forests and Resilient Forest program actions and meetings as appropriate</li>
<li>Assist with development and management of budgets in partnership with American Forests&rsquo; program and finance departments</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS While we do not expect any one candidate to possess all these qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal skills and qualities:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in conservation, Indigenous studies, public policy or related field desired; additional experience accepted in lieu of</li>
<li>At least 3 years of experience in a relevant field, which may include working in tribal government and/or Indigenous led organizations.</li>
<li>Experience with Tribal Nation outreach, cultural competency gained through lived experience and knowledge of tribal governments&nbsp;</li>
<li>An active, solutions-oriented approach that seeks to facilitate dialog and collaboration with&nbsp;Tribal Nation&rsquo;s&nbsp;interests while seeking mutually beneficial solutions to any issues that arise.</li>
<li>Experience building relationships and working with Indigenous nations, communities, and organizations in a culturally appropriate manner.</li>
<li>Established relationships with Tribal Nations, communities, and organizations in the western US.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience communicating the priorities and interests of Tribal Nations, communities, and organizations to a variety of audiences, including decision-makers.</li>
<li>Knowledge of relevant laws, treaties, and policies that affect Tribal Nations, communities, and organizations in the Western U.S and/or Hawaii.</li>
<li>Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous Knowledge (IK), Tribal Nation data sovereignty, and associated protocols for engagement.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;LOCATION &amp; WORKING CONDITIONS This is a hybrid position that is primarily remote (70%) and requires frequent travel (up to 30%) across the western United States and/or to American Forests headquarters in Washington, DC to engage in key stakeholder meetings, program events, and projects as funded. Subject to applicable laws, American Forests requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. We will consider requests for accommodation to this vaccination requirement during the recruiting process. Any requested accommodation(s) must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) before your start date.&nbsp; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The individual must be comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk and working on a computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.&nbsp; SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS This position does not have any supervisory requirements.&nbsp;
BENEFITS&nbsp; American Forests offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision; disability and life insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% employer match; paid leave including 16 holidays, vacation, sick, parental leave, FMLA, bereavement and military leave; pet benefits and employee assistance programs.
American Forests is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.&nbsp; Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/LGBTQ+ - - -&nbsp; In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA&rsquo;s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English.

American Forests is a national non-profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to large landscapes.

Senior Manager, Tribal and Indigenous Partnerships

ABOUT AMERICAN FORESTS: &nbsp; American Forests is a national non-profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to large landscapes, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water, and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place-based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal, and economic benefits of forests are fully realized and equitably available to all people. Established in 1875, American Forests is the oldest national non-profit conservation organization in the U.S. working to restore urban forests and forested landscapes.
American Forests is proud to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. These are our shared values. We welcome individuals who bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences to be a part of our team to help make a difference individually and collectively as we work toward achieving our mission. We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming and respectful and provides opportunities for advancement and professional growth for every team member. We hope you find your future with us.
PROJECT SUMMARY: &nbsp; America&rsquo;s forests are a critical natural climate solution. Reforestation/afforestation offers the most immediate and ample carbon removal solution. There are many opportunities for this in the U.S., with as much as 148 million acres suitable for reforestation (ReforestationHub.org). Yet, deployment of quality reforestation at scale has been limited by high upfront costs that are out of sync with the timeline for carbon removal.&nbsp;
American Forests&rsquo; Reforest America Carbon Program (RACP) is designed to address the financing challenges associated with reforestation/afforestation and advance the highest quality climate-adapted projects. Over the past year, American Forests has worked with landowners, forest carbon experts, carbon registries, and businesses to design RACP to help meet the country&rsquo;s growing reforestation needs.&nbsp;
We are currently developing a unique portfolio of climate-adapted reforestation projects with public land management agencies, Tribal Nations, and underserved private landowners who do not have access to the necessary funding to reforest severely burned lands in the western United States and other lands suitable for reforestation in other geographies throughout North America.
American Forests recently received a USFS grant to support the participation of federal recognized Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, in emerging markets for resilient reforestation, or reforestation that is resilient to future climate changes and disturbances as well as future market and economic conditions. We are working to deliver the following outcomes: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Provide federally recognized Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, with the technical and financial resources needed for implementing resilient reforestation projects.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Create new opportunities for Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, to access new income streams and deploy climate-informed reforestation practices well suited to emerging markets for climate mitigation and resilience.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Engage with and provide technical assistance to Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, about resilient reforestation and emerging markets for joint climate mitigation and adaptation.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Implement high-integrity resilient reforestation projects yielding biodiversity, water, climate, and cultural benefits.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Manager of Carbon Projects will oversee the origination, development, and implementation of carbon financed reforestation/afforestation projects that include traditional and new approaches. They will direct projects in partnership with corporate and other philanthropic funders and land managers including state and federal agencies, Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners; manage existing projects and partnerships and lead project execution; manage contractors and forestry consultants. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Carbon Project Development (85%)
<ul>
<li>Conduct outreach and work with Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners to assess opportunities to develop nature-based carbon projects in specific geographies and landscapes in the western US (OR, WA, CA, MT, NM) and Hawaii</li>
<li>Originate new projects with senior forestry staff by engaging with a broad range of stakeholders including Tribal Nations, underserved private landowners, consulting foresters, project developers, and NGOs, etc.</li>
<li>Conduct initial project due diligence including site evaluations and project assessments</li>
<li>Educate landowners on reforestation program requirements and carbon markets</li>
<li>Work with American Forest staff to complete carbon project feasibility assessments modeling forest growth and suitability for carbon project methodologies or commodity-embedded carbon benefit sale</li>
<li>Develop tree planting design, project budgeting, placing seedling orders, selecting and supervising contractors, overseeing planting, ongoing maintenance, and forest inventory</li>
<li>Oversee execution of all stages of project development: Pre-feasibility studies, PDD, validation and verification, management and monitoring&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience and familiarity with carbon certification schemes, specifically Verra&rsquo;s new VM 0047&nbsp;Methodology for Afforestation, Reforestation and Revegetation (ARR) Projects and&nbsp;Verra&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://verra.org/programs/sd-verified-impact-standard/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sustainable Development Verified Impact Standard (SD VISta) Program</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Other related work as needed</li>
</ul>
Program Administration (15%) The Sr. Manager of Carbon Projects will be responsible for tracking and managing the development of a portfolio of carbon projects, develop and manage several projects simultaneously, develop associated work plans, track progress to program goals and manage time and resources appropriately. &nbsp;Participate in American Forests and Resilient Forest program actions and meetings as appropriate. &nbsp;Help develop and manage budgets in partnership with American Forests&rsquo; program and finance departments.
QUALIFICATIONS&nbsp; Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience in directing program development and implementation of nature-based carbon projects and while we do not expect any one candidate to possess all of these qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal skills and qualities: &nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in&nbsp;Business Administration, Non-profit Management, Conservation, Indigenous studies, Natural Resource Economics or Management, Forestry or natural resource management, Environmental Science, or a related field desired; additional experience accepted in lieu of.&nbsp;</li>
<li>At least five (5) years of experience with nature-based solutions in the carbon market, with significant project/program management experience.</li>
<li>Knowledge of, and/or experience working in carbon markets, carbon accounting standards and methodologies in a technical capacity, and experience in nature-based solutions projects are strongly desired. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Nature based carbon project-development experience including landowner outreach, initial feasibility assessment and due diligence, forest growth and carbon modelling, forest carbon inventory, financial modeling, in-depth knowledge of market protocols, contracting and managing forestry consultants, and working with carbon project developers and registries</li>
<li>Experience leading partnerships with public agencies, Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, and/or non-profits, as well as experience working with corporations on climate and environmental programs</li>
<li>A proven ability to get things done and a proven track record of excellence in project management and execution.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The ideal candidate will be a self-starting problem solver with a background in forest science and management, forest policy, and/or collaborative conservation. An ability to learn and adapt quickly is also important.</li>
<li>Creative thinker and desire to achieve measurable, on-the-ground results, and ability to grasp and summarize complex concepts quickly&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including in public speaking environments.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to influence and engage a wide range of partners and build long-term relationships. Strong organizational skills.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside American Forests.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Results-orientation and passion for American Forests&rsquo; mission is essential.</li>
</ul>
LOCATION:&nbsp; This is a hybrid position that is primarily remote (70%) and requires frequent travel (up to 30% of time) within the western United States to engage in key stakeholder meetings, program events, and projects as funded. American Forests headquarters is in Washington, DC; occasional travel may be required to engage with colleagues. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Subject to applicable laws, American Forests requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. We will consider requests for accommodation to this vaccination requirement during the recruiting process. Any requested accommodation(s) must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.&nbsp;
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The individual must be comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk and working on a computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.&nbsp;
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS This position does not have any supervisory requirements.&nbsp;
BENEFITS&nbsp; American Forests offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision; disability and life insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% employer match; paid leave including 16 holidays, vacation, sick, parental leave, FMLA, bereavement and military leave; pet benefits and employee assistance programs.
&nbsp;
American Forests is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.&nbsp;
Reasonable accommodations may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.&nbsp;
Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/LGBTQ+
- - -&nbsp;
In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA&rsquo;s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English.

Senior Manager, Carbon Projects

ABOUT AMERICAN FORESTS: &nbsp;
American Forests is a national non-profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to large landscapes, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water, and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place-based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal, and economic benefits of forests are fully realized and equitably available to all people. Established in 1875, American Forests is the oldest national non-profit conservation organization in the U.S. working to restore urban forests and forested landscapes.
American Forests is proud to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. These are our shared values. We welcome individuals who bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences to be a part of our team to help make a difference individually and collectively as we work toward achieving our mission. We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming and respectful and provides opportunities for advancement and professional growth for every team member. We hope you find your future with us.
PROJECT SUMMARY: &nbsp;
America&rsquo;s forests are a critical natural climate solution. Reforestation/afforestation offers the most immediate and ample carbon removal solution. There are many opportunities for this in the U.S., with as much as 148 million acres suitable for reforestation (ReforestationHub.org). Yet, deployment of quality reforestation at scale has been limited by high upfront costs that are out of sync with the timeline for carbon removal.&nbsp;
American Forests&rsquo; Reforest America Carbon Program (RACP) is designed to address the financing challenges associated with reforestation/afforestation and advance the highest quality climate-adapted projects. Over the past year, American Forests has worked with landowners, forest carbon experts, carbon registries, and businesses to design RACP to help meet the country&rsquo;s growing reforestation needs.&nbsp;
We are currently developing a unique portfolio of climate-adapted reforestation projects with public land management agencies, Tribal Nations, and underserved private landowners who do not have access to the necessary funding to reforest severely burned lands in the western United States and other lands suitable for reforestation in other geographies throughout North America.
American Forests recently received a USFS grant to support the participation of federal recognized Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and&nbsp;underserved private landowners, in emerging markets for resilient reforestation, or reforestation that is resilient to future climate changes and disturbances as well as future market and economic conditions. We are working to deliver the following outcomes: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Provide federally recognized Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, with the technical and financial resources needed for implementing resilient reforestation projects. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Create new opportunities for Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, to access new income streams and deploy climate-informed reforestation practices well suited to emerging markets for climate mitigation and resilience.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Engage with and provide technical assistance to Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, about resilient reforestation and emerging markets for joint climate mitigation and adaptation.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Implement high-integrity resilient reforestation projects yielding biodiversity, water, climate, and cultural benefits.</li>
</ul>
To advance this work, American Forests is looking for a Director of the Reforest America Carbon Program to direct the continued development and implementation of the Reforest America Carbon Program, oversee contract negotiations with project suppliers and buyers, recruit and lead a team of RACP staff to efficiently originate, develop, and market high-quality RACP projects, and represent American Forests in a leadership role in related carbon initiatives including, but not limited to, a nascent U.S. Forest Carbon Coalition effort.&nbsp;
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of the Reforest America Carbon Program will direct the continued development and implementation of the Reforest America Carbon Program, oversee contract negotiations with project suppliers and buyers, recruit and lead a team of RACP staff to efficiently originate, develop, and market high-quality RACP projects, and represent American Forests in a leadership role in related carbon initiatives. Additionally, they will oversee the origination, development, and implementation of a portfolio of carbon financed reforestation/afforestation projects that include traditional and innovative approaches. They will oversee the direction projects in partnership with corporate and other philanthropic funders and land managers including state and federal agencies, private landowners, and tribes; manage existing projects and partnerships and lead project execution; manage contractors and forestry consultants. Specific responsibilities include:
Reforest America Carbon Project Development and Leadership (55%)
<ul>
<li>Lead the Program by directing the refinement and implementation of the go-to-market strategy, and finance and operations, development, program, policy, and communication teams.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Develop and maintain relationships with RACP partners, represent American Forests and RACP in the natural climate solutions community.</li>
<li>Manage budgets and timelines, secure and supervise contractors and staff, and ensure completion of program deliverables.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Be a service leader in the carbon finance arena, participating in working groups and engaging with federal and state agencies, non-profit organizations, carbon registries, leading corporations, and carbon finance experts to inform and develop our strategies.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Serve as American Forests&rsquo; expert on existing methodologies for financing afforestation/reforestation to inform our strategies and monitor the development of reforestation and carbon finance best practices to meet corporate net zero targets, biodiversity, social justice, and other outcomes.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Act as the main contact for major global clients supporting large-scale global Nature-based Solutions programs, afforestation/reforestation carbon projects.</li>
</ul>
Carbon Project Direction (30%)
<ul>
<li>Oversee the RACP team and support the origination, development, and implementation of carbon financed reforestation/afforestation projects that include traditional and novel approaches.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Oversee outreach and work with Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners to assess opportunities to develop nature-based carbon projects in specific geographies and landscapes in the western US (OR, WA, CA, MT, NM) and Hawaii.</li>
<li>Oversee the origination of new projects with senior forestry staff by engaging with a broad range of stakeholders including Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian organizations and underserved private landowners, consulting foresters, project developers, and NGOs, etc.</li>
<li>Direct projects in partnership with corporate and other philanthropic funders and land managers including state and federal agencies, private landowners, and tribes.</li>
<li>Manage existing projects and partnerships and lead project execution; manage contractors and forestry consultants.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Oversee and run project financial analyses to inform project development and strategies.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Program Administration (15%)
<ul>
<li>Track and manage program finances&nbsp;</li>
<li>Develop and manage budgets in partnership with American Forests&rsquo; program and finance departments</li>
<li>Lead recruitment efforts of staff and/or contractors to meet the finance and administration needs of RACP as the program develops.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS&nbsp;
Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience in directing program development and implementation of nature-based carbon projects and while we do not expect any one candidate to possess all of these qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal skills and qualities:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Non-Profit Management, Conservation, Natural Resource Economics or Management, Forestry, or Natural Resource Management desired; additional experience accepted in lieu of.</li>
<li>At least seven (7) years of experience with nature-based solutions in the carbon market, with significant project/program management experience.</li>
<li>Knowledge of, and/or experience working in carbon markets, carbon accounting standards and methodologies in a technical capacity, and experience in nature-based solutions projects are strongly desired. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience leading partnerships with public agencies, Tribal Nations, private landowners, and/or non-profits, and work with corporations on climate and environmental programs.</li>
<li>A proven ability to get things done and a proven track record of excellence in project management and execution.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The ideal candidate will be a self-starting problem solver with a background in forest science and management, forest policy, and/or collaborative conservation. An ability to learn and adapt quickly is also important.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) and comfortable with public speaking</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside American Forests.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Results-orientation and passion for American Forests&rsquo; mission is essential.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
LOCATION:&nbsp; This is a hybrid position that is primarily remote (70%) and requires frequent travel (up to 30% of time) within the western United States to engage in key stakeholder meetings, program events, and projects as funded. American Forests headquarters is in Washington, DC; occasional travel may be required to engage with colleagues. &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Subject to applicable laws, American Forests requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. We will consider requests for accommodation to this vaccination requirement during the recruiting process. Any requested accommodation(s) must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The individual must be comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk and working on a computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS This position will oversee up to three (3) Senior Managers of Carbon Projects.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
BENEFITS&nbsp; American Forests offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision; disability and life insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% employer match; paid leave including 16 holidays, vacation, sick, parental leave, FMLA, bereavement and military leave; pet benefits and employee assistance programs.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
American Forests is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
&nbsp;
Reasonable accommodations may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/LGBTQ+
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In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA&rsquo;s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English.

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