Director of Climate Partnerships

One Tree Planted is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on global reforestation. As an environmental charity, we are dedicated to making it easier for individuals and businesses to give back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protect biodiversity, and help reforestation efforts around the world. All by planting trees! To continue our work in the industry in supporting and finding nature-based solutions to climate change, we are expanding our offerings into the for-profit space in creating a global portfolio of nature-based projects that will produce certified carbon offsets as well as other social, environmental and community benefits. The newly created management company, One Forest will allow us to be part of the upward trend to transform the corporate, global capital markets and philanthropic sector with high quality nature-based projects.

The ideal start date for this position is as soon as possible

POSITION PURPOSE:

One Tree Planted is looking to hire a Major Partnerships Manager to join our growing carbon team. This role will take the lead on large-scale, long-term corporate partnerships and ensure key clients have a consistent and reliable partner across their project portfolios. We’re looking for somebody with experience in environmental markets, who understands the complexities of long-term restoration projects, and can cultivate strong relationships built on trust, transparency, and communication.

One Tree Planted is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on global reforestation. As an environmental charity, we are dedicated to making it easier for individuals and businesses to give back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protect biodiversity and help reforestation efforts around the world. All by planting trees!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

• Act as the primary contact for major global clients who are supporting large-scale global Nature based Solutions  programs, primarily consisting of afforestation/reforestation carbon projects
• Provide regular program updates; participate in client meetings and represent One Tree Planted in strategic workshops and discussions.
• Work with the legal team to develop long-term agreements for carbon projects including setting milestones, invoicing schedules and timeframes for delivery of projects
• Ensure continuous compliance with contract timelines and deliverables, including invoicing and data management (Salesforce)
• Be responsible for the delivery of Quarterly and Annual Reports, coordinating content with multiple Regional Project Managers across global projects
• Work closely with finance team to ensure program budgets are set up and managed appropriately
• Support clients to develop partnership and program-level communications
• Provide thought leadership in the carbon space; remaining up to date on relevant industry news and advancements
• Assist in the development of internal processes to support high-integrity project delivery, including benefit-sharing, due diligence and risk management procedures

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• EDUCATION:
  • Bachelor’s Degree (minimum), Master’s preferred
• SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
  • 5+ years of experience with project development, account management and/or environmental markets
  • Strong understanding of the complexities, risks, and opportunities relating to Nature-based solutions and carbon credit projects
  • Experience working with high-profile corporate accounts
  • Strong communicator and negotiator
  • Fluency with platforms such as Salesforce, Sharepoint, G-Suite a plus
• IDEAL LOCATION:
  • Fully remote position based in the Australia.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

COMPENSATION: Starting range is 80,000 to 100,000 AUD, which will be based on skills and experience. Annual performance increase may be available but not guaranteed.

• Flexible work environment
• Monthly Health and Wellness stipend
• Yearly bonus
• Travel opportunities, international and domestic

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Cover letter indicating your interest in the position and why you think you would be a good fit with the organization.
2. Your resume

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Responsibilities, duties may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  One Tree Planted is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.