Major Roles and Responsibilities 

• Define and deliver a compelling strategy for improving the quality, transparency, and efficiency of the voluntary carbon market. 

• Oversee a team of six people which include managers, senior associates, and associates (with the opportunity to grow this team dependent on additional funding). 

• Establish and maintain relationships with carbon markets leaders across the NGO, government, corporate, and financial sectors. 

• Lead and contribute to research efforts and publications, including by managing the research and analytical activities of junior staff. 

• Develop and oversee demonstration projects that help translate research/analysis into scaled market interventions that have the potential to cut greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) at least 50% by 2030 

• Collaborate with RMI’s Development Team to develop funding strategies, secure additional funding, and ensure timely delivery to donors. 

• Collaborate with RMI’s Influence Team to shape and deliver a marketing strategy for the Carbon Markets Initiative. 

• Provide expertise on the carbon markets, both internally and externally. 

• Identify and deliver on opportunities to collaborate with other RMI programs, including RMI’s Carbon Dioxide Removal Initiative, the Center for Climate-Aligned Finance, the Global South Program, Carbon Free-Electricity, Climate-Aligned Industries, and the Supply Chains Initiative. 

• Develop and enhance RMI’s public reputation through regular publication, speaking, and external engagement on key topics in the carbon markets  

• Support development of team members and of RMI at large, through active involvement in management activities such as coaching and serving as a career advisor to colleagues.   

• Support Managing Directors in interactions with RMI board.   

Core Skills and Experiences  

• Master’s level degree in sustainability, economics, finance, business, engineering, or environmental science OR equivalent acquisition of on-the-job expertise  

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience 

• Experience guiding high performing teams in a project-based work environment    

• Direct experience in carbon markets, the clean energy transition, environmental justice, and related topics    

• Experience managing junior team members including providing coaching and mentorship, and managing performance reviews    

• Broad contacts across relevant professional networks, including private sector, government, and NGOs   

• International (i.e., outside of US) work experience 

• Ability to travel 1 – 2 times per quarter 

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills    

• Experience working among diverse groups with varying perspectives and/or facilitating challenging conversations 

Desired Skills and Experiences 

• Background working directly with senior-level stakeholders in the carbon markets and climate finance sectors  

• Extensive networks in the voluntary carbon markets, including with project developers, standards and registries, brokers and exchanges, and buyers 

• Experience managing grant-driven and donor-driven projects    

• Experience with group facilitation and workshop design 

Benefits      

We offer a comprehensive benefits package adjusted to regional norms, including (for U.S. employment):      

• Medical, dental, vision insurance     

• 403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)     

• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability     

• Professional and personal development  

• Generous paid time off  

• Parental leave     

• Work from home and commuter allowance 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion       

Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.      

We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:     

• Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.     

• Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.     

• Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.     

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

About RMI  

RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5°C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world’s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.