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Program Officer, Agriculture Innovation

Program OfficerGeneralFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 51-200Since 2009H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Worldwide

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglishRemote Sensing

Job Description

Program Officer, Agriculture Innovation

Verra

• Actively engage stakeholders in adopting and using our Agricultural Land Management (ALM) and Livestock Systems (LS) methodologies under the VCS Program • Develop and support project proponents’ practical application of improved ALM and LS activities • Support development of new and revisions of existing methodologies • Create alignment with emerging VCS Program updates and other Verra programs • Provide stakeholder support and capacity building for project proponents and VVBs • Address public comments and independent reviewer feedback on VCS methodologies under Sectoral Scope 15. Agriculture (ALM and LS) • Provide technical input and support further development of existing ALM and LS methodologies • Support coordination of the development of new ALM and LS methodologies and tools • Support digitization of VM0042, v2.2 and v3.0 by testing and signing-off corresponding beta-versions of the methodology

Job Requirements

  • At least three years of experience in GHG accounting in agriculture and livestock production systems
  • A B.S. level degree in agronomy, animal, or environmental sciences, or similar, with a preference for M.S.
  • Strong understanding of soil carbon and GHG measurement, monitoring and modeling, remote sensing, and geo-statistics in the context of agricultural and livestock production systems
  • Hands-on experience with carbon markets, including familiarity with key mechanisms (e.g., compliance and voluntary markets), carbon credit methodologies, and the role of market-based instruments in climate mitigation efforts
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to break-down complex concepts into clear, easy-to-understand messaging for diverse audiences
  • Project management and organizational skills, including prioritizing and working efficiently and effectively under deadlines
  • Ability to engage with diverse international stakeholders and partners, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and awareness in a global context
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a problem-solving mindset
  • Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is essential

Benefits

  • Medical, vision and dental care
  • Verra contributions to each employee’s retirement plan/pension scheme with employee and employer contributions subject to statutory regulations
  • Paid leave, comprising 22-30 days vacation, annual sick leave, holidays, and sabbatical after five years of service

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