Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Biochar Project Development & Compliance Manager to play a key role in developing and implementing biochar projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about environmental projects and CDR solutions, detail-oriented, and focused on achieving measurable results. You will be contributing to the development of impactful biochar projects and responsible for hands-on project execution, ensuring compliance with biochar standards. This position requires a strong background in carbon accountability, environmental projects, and familiarity with biochar-specific standards such as Carbon Standards International (CSI), Verra, and Puro.earth.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance and Documentation
  • Prepare detailed Project Design Documents (PDDs) aligned with standards such as Carbon Standards International, Verra, and Puro.earth.
  • Develop and maintain Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) plans for ongoing compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to certification guidelines and methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
  • Stay up-to-date with industry standards and contribute to methodology improvements where applicable.
• Project Execution:
  • Implement biochar carbon removal projects, from initial design to operational execution.
  • Work closely with local stakeholders, including producers and community partners, to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Conduct on-site trainings, on-site assessments and collect data for project design and reporting.
• Technical Support:
  • Conduct carbon accounting, life cycle assessments (LCA), and environmental impact assessments
  • Analyse projects data
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Work closely with farming organisation, implementing partners, and other stakeholders to build capacity and ensure adherence to sustainable practices.
  • Support the team in presenting projects to investors, certification bodies, and buyers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in developing environmental or carbon removal projects.
• Familiarity with biochar production, standards , and certification processes.
• Proven experience in drafting PDDs and MRV plans.
• Proficiency in carbon accounting tools and methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

• A "doer" mentality with a focus on execution and results.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with a managing team.