Consultant – GHG accounting for nature-based solutions

Consultant –

GHG accounting for nature-based solutions

Climate Focus

About Climate Focus  

 Climate Focus is a pioneering advisory firm specializing in projects, programs, and policies that mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Our mission is to drive and support impact, leveraging low-carbon and climate resilient solutions and strategies. 

Our multidisciplinary team works closely with clients in the private sector, governments, non-governmental and philanthropic organizations across the globe and a range of sectors including forests and agriculture, clean cooking, renewable energy, transport, and energy efficiency. We translate science and market intelligence into actionable advice that is relevant for today’s decision-makers and rooted in deep knowledge of climate science, policy, and finance. 

Climate Focus was founded in 2004 and has offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Bogotá, Rotterdam, and Washington, D.C. More information:www.climatefocus.com

Job description  

Climate Focus has a unique position in global carbon markets, acting as strategic advisors to a diverse set of clients on the supply and demand side with feasibility assessments, project development, due diligence, project structuring, legal and regulatory analysis and advice. Our carbon market and nature-based solutions (NBS) teams are globally recognized for providing cutting-edge advice that shapes carbon markets and drives integrity of carbon projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a pioneering and dynamic team. As a Consultant you will work in close collaboration with colleagues and partners on the following tasks:

• Carry out quantitative and qualitative assessments of NBS carbon projects at diverse development stages to assess robustness of carbon accounting
• Develop assessment frameworks and carbon accounting methodologies for NBS carbon projects
• Compile and analyze data on carbon projects and carbon markets
• Develop quantitative and spatial analysis, modelling, and data visualization using software tools including GIS, spreadsheets, and programming languages
• Support development of corporate GHG inventories in the land use space
• Carry out analysis on value chain de-carbonization options
• Collaborate with and contribute results to multi-disciplinary teams
• Succinctly summarize conclusions and recommendations for non-technical audiences including investors, buyers, and project developers
• Take charge and support the management of Climate Focus projects
• Support the expansion of Climate Focus’s project pipeline

Professional qualifications

• Master’s degree in forestry, agronomy, ecology, soil science, remote sensing, climate science, or a related field
• At least 5 years of professional experience related to carbon project and/or carbon accounting related to NBS (e.g., REDD, ARR, IFM, ALM, Blue Carbon). Relevant PhD research will be considered equivalent to professional experience.
• Outstanding quantitative research and analytical skills, with proven experience to work independently on processing large-scale geospatial datasets (e.g., land cover, land-use change, biomass), quantitative modelling, statistics and remote-sensing based data products.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of multiple data formats and software packages, such as Excel, QGIS, R (preferred), Python, GEE, git, etc. Links to personal online code repositories are welcome.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with carbon project development cycle (e.g., preparation of project design document, project validation and verification, rating, technical due diligence) and greenhouse gas accounting is a strong asset

• Experience in developing carbon accounting methodologies and/or with carbon MRV (e.g., forest inventories, soil sampling) would be an advantage

• Familiarity with integrity initiatives under development in the voluntary carbon market
• Excellent writing, communication, and advisory skills, including ability to tailor clear messages to non-technical audiences
• Excellent organizational skills, including managing projects, personal time management, coordination with project partners and clients
• Spoken and written fluency in English. Other languages are an asset, particularly Spanish and/or French

 Personal profile

• Solution oriented self-starter with proven ability to perform in a highly dynamic environment with shifting deadlines and priorities
• Passion for working in teams across disciplines and cultures

• Ability to quickly understand client needs and develop tailored solutions

• Passion for private sector driven solutions to climate change

• Willingness to travel internationally

What we offer 

• A full-time position in the form of a 1-year contract, with possible extension to a permanent position 
• Position based in Bogotá or Berlin
• Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of carbon markets with a team of leading experts
• Ongoing support in personal and professional development, on the job, and through dedicated trainings 
• Competitive salary and benefits based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and location 
• Possibility for bonus depending on company performance 

Application  

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter in English. 

Candidates should indicate a date from which they are potentially available to begin. 

Climate Focus values the positive impact that different experiences and perspectives contribute to our team. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and abilities. We welcome applicants from groups that are under-represented in our field or who may face institutional barriers in accessing opportunities.

We look to fill the position as soon as possible. Applications will be considered until October 31st 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.