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Title | Project Manager - Environmental Finance |
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FOREST TRENDS is an international not-for-profit forest conservation organization based in Washington, D.C., that works to achieve sustainable forest management and conservation by capturing market values for ecosystem services; supporting innovative projects and companies that are developing these new markets; and enhancing the livelihoods of local communities living in and around those forests.
Summary. Opportunity to design large scale innovative public-private partnerships for sustainable natural infrastructure investing and climate friendly agricultural models. Be a pioneer in integrating PES values into traditional land based economic models. Develop a deep understanding of the policy and project risks inherent in making private sector investment in these areas. Work closely with two private sector specialist who have been leaders and pioneers in this field as well as leverage and have exposure to the broader political and technical network of specialist practioners in the Katoomba Network, a unique model of Forest Trends. Significant travel is expected.
Roles and Responsibilities. The candidate will report directly to the COO and will work closely with other senior staff and specialists at Forest Trends and its network of partners to:
Skills and Qualifications.
Location: Washington, D.C. preferred. New York or London can be considered |