Vice President, Environmental Resources Trust (ERT)
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Winrock InternationalClimate Policy / Carbon Markets
Arlington, VA Office or US RemoteFull-TimeVp
Salary250,000 - 300,000 USD per year
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Job Details
- Languages
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
- Experience
- 14 years of broad-based senior management experience
- Required Skills
- MS OfficeStakeholder management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 14 years of broad-based senior management experience in nonprofit, government, or private sector focused on climate policy and carbon markets.
- Deep technical expertise in climate change science, policy, GHG accounting, and national/international carbon markets.
- Demonstrated technical knowledge of carbon accounting, quantification, and MRV principles.
- Experience working collaboratively with boards and advisory committees.
- Proven experience leading organizations through periods of growth and transition.
- Extensive personnel management experience with ability to mentor and lead in a remote work environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to navigate complex geopolitical and multi-stakeholder landscapes.
- Proficiency in the full MS Office suite.
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Must be available to travel for short-term assignments.
- Commitment to Winrock’s mission and interest in market-based approaches to reducing GHG emissions.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the President & CEO to refine organizational vision, goals, and strategic business plans.
- Lead the development of policy and technical positions to ensure high-integrity carbon markets.
- Monitor policy developments and technological advancements to drive program growth and innovation.
- Cultivate and sustain productive relationships with the ERT Board, Winrock Board, and senior management.
- Engage with government officials, policymakers, and diverse stakeholders to shape rules and advance markets.
- Represent the organization in policy and technical forums, serving as an effective spokesperson for climate policy.
- Oversee operational management, including personnel, financial stability, and organizational transitions.
- Coordinate with the Director of Communications on outreach materials, events, and media presence.
- Contribute to the creation of reports for regulatory bodies such as CARB, Ecology, ICAO, and ICVCM.
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