Director, Co-benefits Certification

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

Position Title:                Director, Co-benefits Certification   

location:                        Remote

BUSINESS UNIT:         Environmental Resources Trust / ACR

REPORTS TO:             Executive Director, ACR

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director, Co-benefits Certification is senior position within the ACR team responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive Co-benefits Certification Program as optional alongside existing ACR carbon credit certification. ACR’s technical work spans multiple sectors – forestry, methane, refrigerants and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). The Co-benefits Certification will be developed to be applicable to the entire portfolio of ACR projects and credits to respond to buyer demand for certified co-benefits reporting across an array of environmental, economic, social and biodiversity benefits.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development of the ACR Co-benefits Certification and verification requirements in collaboration with clients and partners to ensure consistent application across the project portfolio, practicality of use, and rigor of outcomes as aligned with international frameworks (e.g. biodiversity) and corporate ESG reporting.
• Manage the implementation of the Co-benefits program including providing training materials and reporting templates for project developers and verifiers to support successful Certification.
• Support the Director of Communications in development of website and social media content for the Certification as well as newsletters and blog posts, and compelling print collateral and press releases to ensure engagement with existing and new ACR clients for the Certification.
• Present to internal and external audiences on the Co-benefits Certification to raise awareness and support broad market acceptance and uptake.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND

 

Education:          Degree in Environmental Sciences or related field.

 

Experience:        The candidate must have at least 15 years of experience in the development and implementation of climate and sustainability standards / certifications, knowledge of climate and sustainability markets and policy, strong understanding of the portfolio of ACR methodologies and an extensive network with key stakeholders including project developers, verifiers, NGOs and the carbon market industry in general. Knowledge of corporate ESG reporting frameworks desired.  

Skills:                   

• Strong writing, editing and speaking / presentation skills; an eye for detail
• The ability to articulate complex concepts and tailor messaging to multiple audiences with varying degrees of technical knowledge
• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to oversee contractors / consultants as well as to work independently, be persistent, and juggle multiple, sometimes competing priorities
• Ability to consistently interact with others in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner, maintain a positive attitude and good working relationships, and work effectively in a team setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills, impeccable integrity and trustworthiness, sense of humor, and diplomatic approach to problem solving.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Fluency in one or more additional languages is an asset.

Other:                   Must be available to travel for short-term assignments. Commitment to Winrock’s mission and interest in market-based approaches to reducing GHG emissions required.

 

Winrock offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package.

Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. 

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