2501786 Germany Germany (Nordrhein-Westfalen) Nature Based Solutions (NBS) Permanent position / fixed-term position AFOLU Senior Project Manager (m/f/d) Your responsibilities Role Overview:

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality AFOLU carbon projects that contribute to climate mitigation and sustainable land use. Working at the intersection of science, project management, and stakeholder collaboration, you will take ownership of complex projects from early development through to carbon credit issuance - while continuously strengthening quality, integrity, and impact.
 
Key Responsibilites: 
  • You manage the development and implementation of AFOLU carbon projects, including afforestation, reforestation, and improved forest management.
  • You conduct feasibility studies, baseline assessments, and carbon impact analyses to evaluate project viability.
  • You prepare and maintain Project Design Documents (PDDs) in line with Verra VCS, Gold Standard, and/or CAR methodologies, with a primary focus on Verra VCS and Gold Standard.
  • You coordinate validation and verification processes with Validation & Verification Bodies (VVBs) and other third-party auditors.
  • You manage project timelines, budgets, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects.
  • You design, implement, and oversee Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, including carbon accounting and additionality assessments.
  • You coordinate with local communities, landowners, government authorities, and project partners to ensure effective stakeholder engagement and compliance.
  • You ensure compliance with environmental and social safeguards and support stakeholder consultation and benefit-sharing processes.
  • You support the continuous improvement of project quality and carbon credit integrity in line with evolving standards, regulations, and best practices.

]]> Your profile
  • You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Climate Science, or a related field.
  • You have at least 5 years of professional experience in AFOLU carbon project development and management.
  • You have a proven track record of delivering carbon projects from early-stage development through to credit issuance.
  • You have hands-on experience with at least one carbon standard (Verra VCS, Gold Standard, or Climate Action Reserve).
  • You demonstrate a strong understanding of carbon markets and greenhouse gas accounting methodologies in the AFOLU sector.
  • You have experience with MRV systems, validation, and verification processes.
  • You have working knowledge of GIS tools, remote sensing, and field-based monitoring approaches.
  • You bring strong project management skills and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • You communicate fluently in English and are experienced in engaging diverse stakeholder groups.
    • ]]>     What we offer
  • The opportunity to apply deep expertise to high-impact climate and nature projects with real, measurable outcomes.
  • A purpose-driven role in a mission-oriented organization committed to long-term sustainability and integrity.
  • High degree of autonomy and ownership within your area of expertise, with trust in senior judgment.
  • The chance to shape and refine approaches, methodologies and solutions in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Close collaboration with a dedicated, international team driven by shared values and ambition.
  • A culture that values substance over hierarchy, and thoughtful, well-grounded decision-making.
  • Flexible working arrangements that support focus, balance and wellbeing.
    • ]]>     OUR MISSION: We let values GROW:
    • we grow well financed, managed and monitored forests and ecosystems
    • we grow long-term alliances with project stakeholders and clients
    • we grow financial mechanisms and payment for ecosystem services to scale and improve projects
    • we grow transparency and traceability through robust carbon standards, digital solutions, and earth observation technologie
    • we grow the competency of our team by trainings, education and onboarding world leading experts  
    We create positive impact on our CLIMATE: 
    • we partner with implementation organizations, international investors and development banks to develop the most robust climate projects  
    • we help industry clients to account and manage their greenhouse emissions  
    • we monitor, report and verify impact and results of performance indicators  
    • we create climate solutions that are based on scientific research  
    • we initiate transformation to fight climate change and to achieve carbon targets
    We take ACTION:
    • we mobilize finance for ecosystem services and develop new integrated value chains together with local stakeholders  
    • we use nature to build robust and proven carbon sinks by applying internationally recognized carbon standards and methodologies  
    • we turn carbon reduction plans into concrete action, and projects  
    • we think new ways and combine proven nature-based solutions with innovative financial mechanisms and state-of-the-art technology  
    • we unlock new climate action project types and promote developing of new methodologies for carbon sinks
    ]]>     permanent experienced full-or-part-time 5-7 Carbon Project Manager,Environmental Solutions Manager,business development,strategic upselling,technical advisory,Climate strategy other other 2026-01-21T22:38:58+00:00 56571.00 74815.00 € EUR yearly     2591532 Germany Germany (Nordrhein-Westfalen) Climate Solutions (CS) Permanent position / fixed-term position Earth Observations Manager (m/f/d) Your responsibilities You Role Overview:

    As an Earth Observations Manager, you will contribute to the development and application of geospatial analyses and methodologies for nature-based solutions and climate-related projects. You will support the generation of high-quality, data-driven insights to inform environmental decision-making.

    Key Responsibilites: 
    You will:
    • Conduct geospatial analysis and modeling to assess environmental patterns, land use, and climate-related risks
    • Apply and support carbon methodologies (e.g., ARR, REDD+, sustainable land management) in project development and assessment
    • Develop and implement automated geospatial workflows using Python, R, or Google Earth Engine
    • Produce high-quality maps, visualizations, and technical outputs to support internal and external decision-making
    • Perform eligibility, risk, and vulnerability assessments for nature-based and climate projects
    • Support biomass estimation and carbon accounting using remote sensing data
    • Analyze ecosystem and biodiversity metrics, including habitat condition, fragmentation, and carbon sequestration
    • Contribute to the development and maintenance of geospatial databases and analytical tools
    • Provide technical input to proposals, reports, and research applications
    • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and improve geospatial methodologies and project approaches
    ]]>     Your profile
    • A degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Remote Sensing, Geoinformatics, or a related field
    • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience in geospatial data analysis
    • Hands-on experience with GIS tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Google Earth Engine)
    • Solid understanding of climate change, nature-based solutions, and environmental systems
    • Experience with remote sensing data and spatial datasets
    • Ability to translate complex analyses into clear, structured insights and visual outputs
    • A proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindset
    • Strong communication and teamwork skills in an international environment
    • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
    ]]>     What we offer
  • The opportunity to apply deep expertise to high-impact climate and nature projects with real, measurable outcomes.
  • A purpose-driven role in a mission-oriented organization committed to long-term sustainability and integrity.
  • High degree of autonomy and ownership within your area of expertise, with trust in senior judgment.
  • The chance to shape and refine approaches, methodologies and solutions in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Close collaboration with a dedicated, international team driven by shared values and ambition.
  • A culture that values substance over hierarchy, and thoughtful, well-grounded decision-making.
  • Flexible working arrangements that support focus, balance and wellbeing.
    • ]]>     OUR MISSION: We let values GROW:
    • we grow well financed, managed and monitored forests and ecosystems
    • we grow long-term alliances with project stakeholders and clients
    • we grow financial mechanisms and payment for ecosystem services to scale and improve projects
    • we grow transparency and traceability through robust carbon standards, digital solutions, and earth observation technologie
    • we grow the competency of our team by trainings, education and onboarding world leading experts  
    We create positive impact on our CLIMATE: 
    • we partner with implementation organizations, international investors and development banks to develop the most robust climate projects  
    • we help industry clients to account and manage their greenhouse emissions  
    • we monitor, report and verify impact and results of performance indicators  
    • we create climate solutions that are based on scientific research  
    • we initiate transformation to fight climate change and to achieve carbon targets
    We take ACTION:
    • we mobilize finance for ecosystem services and develop new integrated value chains together with local stakeholders  
    • we use nature to build robust and proven carbon sinks by applying internationally recognized carbon standards and methodologies  
    • we turn carbon reduction plans into concrete action, and projects  
    • we think new ways and combine proven nature-based solutions with innovative financial mechanisms and state-of-the-art technology  
    • we unlock new climate action project types and promote developing of new methodologies for carbon sinks
    ]]>     fixed_term experienced full-or-part-time 2-5 other other 2026-04-02T21:26:59+00:00 45000.00 50000.00 € EUR yearly     2110288 Germany Climate Solutions (CS) Initiativbewerbung / Unsolicited application Your responsibilities Your profile What we offer
  • Collaboration in an international interdisciplinary and dynamic team
  • Exciting field of work at the interface between business and climate protection
  • A casual work environment with impact
  • A comprehensive introduction to our team and processes while providing the space to develop your own solutions – new ideas are expressly welcome
  • Remote work possible if preferred
    • ]]>     OUR MISSION: We let values GROW:
    • we grow well financed, managed and monitored forests and ecosystems
    • we grow long-term alliances with project stakeholders and clients
    • we grow financial mechanisms and payment for ecosystem services to scale and improve projects
    • we grow transparency and traceability through robust carbon standards, digital solutions, and earth observation technologie
    • we grow the competency of our team by trainings, education and onboarding world leading experts
    We create positive impact on our CLIMATE: 
    • we partner with implementation organizations, international investors and development banks to develop the most robust climate projects  
    • we help industry clients to account and manage their greenhouse emissions  
    • we monitor, report and verify impact and results of performance indicators  
    • we create climate solutions that are based on scientific research  
    • we initiate transformation to fight climate change and to achieve carbon targets
    We take ACTION:
    • we mobilize finance for ecosystem services and develop new integrated value chains together with local stakeholders  
    • we use nature to build robust and proven carbon sinks by applying internationally recognized carbon standards and methodologies  
    • we turn carbon reduction plans into concrete action, and projects  
    • we think new ways and combine proven nature-based solutions with innovative financial mechanisms and state-of-the-art technology  
    • we unlock new climate action project types and promote developing of new methodologies for carbon sinks
    ]]>     permanent entry-level full-or-part-time other other 2025-05-16T10:40:45+00:00