Posted:
Category: Power / Energy / Carbon Markets & Sustainability Posted: 15th August 2026 Deadline: 24th August 2026
Forest Biomass / Inventory Specialist
Site Technical Leads – Terrestrial Carbon Inventory
Marine Site Lead – Blue Carbon
GIS / Data Officers
Ocean‑Data Officers
Socio‑Economic & Safeguards Officers
Community Liaison / Facilitators
Applicants should:
Hold relevant academic qualifications (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Forestry, Marine Science, GIS, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, or related fields).
Have prior experience in carbon markets, biomass inventory, GIS mapping, marine ecosystems, socio‑economic assessments, or community engagement depending on the role.
Demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Be familiar with carbon accounting methodologies, blue carbon frameworks, safeguards policies, and stakeholder facilitation.
Show professionalism, integrity, and alignment with Verst Carbon’s mission of scaling Africa’s participation in carbon markets to improve lives and livelihoods.
Role‑specific expectations:
Forest Biomass / Inventory Specialist: Conduct biomass assessments, manage terrestrial carbon data, and support reporting.
Site Technical Leads – Terrestrial Carbon Inventory: Oversee field operations, ensure data accuracy, and coordinate technical teams.
Marine Site Lead – Blue Carbon: Lead marine ecosystem carbon projects, manage coastal data, and support conservation.
GIS / Data Officers: Handle spatial data, mapping, and digital carbon inventory systems.
Ocean‑Data Officers: Collect and analyze oceanographic data for carbon projects.
Socio‑Economic & Safeguards Officers: Assess community impacts, ensure compliance with safeguards, and promote equitable participation.
Community Liaison / Facilitators: Engage local communities, build awareness, and foster collaboration in carbon initiatives.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with detailed CVs and supporting documents, clearly indicating the specific position applied for, in line with Verst Carbon application guidelines.
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