Director of Nature Based Solutions (NBS)
SylveraPosted December 6, 2024
London, United Kingdom
Carbon CaptureFull Time
Job Description
The Director of Nature Based Solutions (NBS) at Sylvera will lead the development and coordination of NBS project assessment methodologies, driving innovation and positioning the company as a leader in the voluntary carbon market. This role requires a strong background in environmental science and a passion for climate action, overseeing multidisciplinary teams to enhance assessment capabilities and support strategic partnerships.
Responsibilities
- •Develop and execute the company’s strategy for the assessment of NBS technologies.
- •Execute strategy across multidisciplinary teams to advance Sylvera’s assessment capabilities in the NBS space.
- •Oversee the delivery of new and updated NBS frameworks across Screenings, Ratings, and Pre-issuance Assessments.
- •Support strategic commercial engagements with clients using NBS knowledge and Sylvera analysis.
- •Collaborate with the Marketing Team to produce sector research demonstrating Sylvera’s expertise in NBS.
- •Build and support strategic partnerships with technology providers, research institutions, and industry stakeholders.
- •Represent Sylvera at industry conferences and events, advocating for transparency in NBS projects.
- •Work with members of Sylvera’s Tech Advisory Board as needed.
Requirements
- •Advanced degree in environmental science, forestry, agriculture, biomass, nature-related remote sensing, or a related field.
- •A minimum of 5 years of experience related to carbon removals or reductions from nature-based solutions (NBS), environmental technology, or related fields.
- •A track record of leading successful projects or products from concept to deployment.
- •Deep understanding of nature-based solutions (NBS), including current trends, challenges, and opportunities within the voluntary carbon market (VCM).
- •Strong communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a diverse audience, including non-technical stakeholders.
- •Results-oriented project and team management capabilities, able to lead and execute effectively with the capacity to translate big ideas into action.
- •Passion for climate action and alignment with Sylvera's mission to drive impactful investments in the fight against climate change.
Benefits
- •Equity in a rapidly growing startup
- •Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance
- •Unlimited annual leave
- •Enhanced parental leave
- •Access to Mental Health support via Spill
- •Office bar tab once a month
- •Weekly drinks in the office
- •Catered lunch once a month in office
- •Monthly Deliveroo equivalent allowance once a month
- •Hybrid working model