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Provide technical advice on GHG measurement, climate strategies, and ecosystem evaluation, supporting clients in decarbonization and nature-positive initiatives. | Requires extensive experience in climate change mitigation, GHG accounting, and ecosystem services, with strong communication skills and familiarity with industry standards. | Position Title: Sr. Specialist, Technical Sustainability Services Location: Remote, US – Arlington, VA – Little Rock, AR Department: Sustainability Services/Environment and Climate POSITION SUMMARY This position will work with some of the most influential companies in the world. Past and current Winrock clients include Nestle, McCormick, Hershey, and Microsoft. The Senior Technical Specialist will provide technical advice on GHG measurement and monitoring, climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies, climate risk analysis, ecosystem evaluation, and nature positive solutions in agricultural supply chains. You will work collaboratively with clients to identify decarbonization and nature-positive opportunities and ensure adherence to GHG calculation methodologies, including the draft Greenhouse Gas Protocol Land Sector & Removals Guidance and Science Based Targets initiative's Forest, Land, and Agriculture Guidance. When climate accounting and target setting standards are vague, this role will identify these areas of uncertainty and propose no-regrets approaches to support Winrock clients to innovatively take the most ambitious pathway that benefits climate, nature and people. The Senior Technical Specialist interacts with clients, conducts qualitative technical analyses, performs quantitative problem-solving, supports new business and collects and analyzes quantitative data. This role will be fully remote, however, only employees residing in: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC, Wisconsin will be considered. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Major Responsibilities • Leading or supporting interactions with clients, primarily in presenting updates or deliverables and conducting research to confidently answer client questions. • Contribute to and help lead projects on GHG measurement, climate mitigation/adaptation, nature-positive strategies, and climate risk analysis. • Manage projects to ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs. Maintain regular client communications and provide consistent technical support, and oversee project budgets. Track and manage a pipeline of project validation and technical advisory requests on emissions and nature based work for clients. • Assess GHG reductions, removals, and nature-positive outcomes in agriculture to guide decarbonization strategies. • Develop knowledge products and training on climate mitigation, adaptation, and nature-based approaches aligned with industry standards. • Conduct research and prepare presentations, reports, and other communication materials. • Create decision-support tools for the measurement and monitoring of GHG emissions and ecosystem services in the land use and forestry sectors. • Working with small teams to prepare high-quality products, pitching in wherever necessary and providing guidance and leadership. • Managing technical consultants and providing technical guidance to them as necessary. • Preparing PowerPoint presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials. • Leading and/or supporting workplan development and new business proposals.   • Completing tasks in fast-paced and self-motivated environment in a timely and efficient manner. • Support the development of junior staff members on the team. • Support the Associate Director in Sustainability Services to help clients achieve their climate mitigation, adaptation, and nature-positive goals. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in international development or environment-related field required. Graduate level degree in environmental science, forestry, natural resource management, ecology, geography, or related discipline is strongly preferred. Experience: • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in climate change in adaptation/mitigation/resilience and GHG accounting for land use required. Additional years of experience are strongly • Industry/sector understanding of GHG profiles and potential mitigation strategies for one or more of the following commodities: Palm oil, cocoa, sucrose, Vegetable Fats & Oils, Cereals & Grains. • Working understanding or experience with preparing submissions or reporting against key climate corporate leadership standards (e.g. GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and/or Project Standard, Science-Based Targets Initiative’s standards, the Value Change Initiative).   • Experience managing GHG accounting and ecosystem services projects in the agriculture and forestry fields. • Experience leading or supports new business development efforts. Position-Specific Skills: • Fast learning, curious, passionate for uncovering and creating solutions to climate and sustainability problems. • Demonstrated interest in contributing to technical innovation in climate change mitigation and adaptation, natural resource management, and biodiversity conservation. • Strong analytical capability and problem-solving abilities • Industry/sector understanding of the GHG profiles and potential mitigation strategies for one or more of the following commodities: • Fish and Seafood; Hazelnuts; Beef; Poultry and Eggs; Pulp and Paper; Packaging (pulp/paper, glass, or metals); Vegetable Fats & Oils; Vegetable & Horticulture; Spices; Cereals & Grains; Cocoa; Coconut; Soybeans; Animal By-Products; Energy (oil and gas and/or electricity) • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including effective public speaking and the ability to communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form. • Ability to contribute to project operations and workflow effectively, to track and meet deadlines for multiple tasks, and work effectively under pressure. • Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with clients and partners, including non-profit organizations, the private sector, foundations, and multilateral organizations. • Understanding of carbon quantification methodologies (e.g., for carbon credits/offset credits), carbon credit or other sustainability product certification standards, carbon credit project development, monitoring reporting and verification of GHG emissions impact. Computer / Communication Skills: • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Advanced proficiency in Excel is preferred. • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including effective public speaking and the ability to communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form. Language: English professional-level oral and written fluency required. Required Travel: Up to 10% travel, domestic and internationally. Physical Demands: Capability to sit and operate a computer for long periods of time. Must be authorized to work in the United States. This position may be based remotely within the United States but is expected to work East Coast hours (EST). The salary range for this role is between $90,000 and $100,000. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including relevant skills and experience, geographic location, and internal equity considerations. Winrock International offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, designed to support the health, well‑being, and financial security of our employees. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation.

The role involves providing technical advice on GHG measurement, climate change strategies, and ecosystem evaluation, managing projects, and supporting client interactions. | Requires at least 5 years of experience in climate change mitigation, GHG accounting, and ecosystem projects, with industry-specific knowledge and standards familiarity, which are not demonstrated in your background. | Position Title: Sr. Specialist, Technical Sustainability Services Location: Remote, US – Arlington, VA – Little Rock, AR Department: Sustainability Services/Environment and Climate POSITION SUMMARY This position will work with some of the most influential companies in the world. Past and current Winrock clients include Nestle, McCormick, Hershey, and Microsoft. The Senior Technical Specialist will provide technical advice on GHG measurement and monitoring, climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies, climate risk analysis, ecosystem evaluation, and nature positive solutions in agricultural supply chains. You will work collaboratively with clients to identify decarbonization and nature-positive opportunities and ensure adherence to GHG calculation methodologies, including the draft Greenhouse Gas Protocol Land Sector & Removals Guidance and Science Based Targets initiative's Forest, Land, and Agriculture Guidance. When climate accounting and target setting standards are vague, this role will identify these areas of uncertainty and propose no-regrets approaches to support Winrock clients to innovatively take the most ambitious pathway that benefits climate, nature and people. The Senior Technical Specialist interacts with clients, conducts qualitative technical analyses, performs quantitative problem-solving, supports new business and collects and analyzes quantitative data. This role will be fully remote, however, only employees residing in: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC, Wisconsin will be considered. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Major Responsibilities Leading or supporting interactions with clients, primarily in presenting updates or deliverables and conducting research to confidently answer client questions. Contribute to and help lead projects on GHG measurement, climate mitigation/adaptation, nature-positive strategies, and climate risk analysis. Manage projects to ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs. Maintain regular client communications and provide consistent technical support, and oversee project budgets. Track and manage a pipeline of project validation and technical advisory requests on emissions and nature based work for clients. Assess GHG reductions, removals, and nature-positive outcomes in agriculture to guide decarbonization strategies. Develop knowledge products and training on climate mitigation, adaptation, and nature-based approaches aligned with industry standards. Conduct research and prepare presentations, reports, and other communication materials. Create decision-support tools for the measurement and monitoring of GHG emissions and ecosystem services in the land use and forestry sectors. Working with small teams to prepare high-quality products, pitching in wherever necessary and providing guidance and leadership. Managing technical consultants and providing technical guidance to them as necessary. Preparing PowerPoint presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials. Leading and/or supporting workplan development and new business proposals. Completing tasks in fast-paced and self-motivated environment in a timely and efficient manner. Support the development of junior staff members on the team. Support the Associate Director in Sustainability Services to help clients achieve their climate mitigation, adaptation, and nature-positive goals. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in international development or environment-related field required. Graduate level degree in environmental science, forestry, natural resource management, ecology, geography, or related discipline is strongly preferred. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in climate change in adaptation/mitigation/resilience and GHG accounting for land use required. Additional years of experience are strongly Industry/sector understanding of GHG profiles and potential mitigation strategies for one or more of the following commodities: Palm oil, cocoa, sucrose, Vegetable Fats & Oils, Cereals & Grains. Working understanding or experience with preparing submissions or reporting against key climate corporate leadership standards (e.g. GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and/or Project Standard, Science-Based Targets Initiative’s standards, the Value Change Initiative). Experience managing GHG accounting and ecosystem services projects in the agriculture and forestry fields. Experience leading or supports new business development efforts. Position-Specific Skills: Fast learning, curious, passionate for uncovering and creating solutions to climate and sustainability problems. Demonstrated interest in contributing to technical innovation in climate change mitigation and adaptation, natural resource management, and biodiversity conservation. Strong analytical capability and problem-solving abilities Industry/sector understanding of the GHG profiles and potential mitigation strategies for one or more of the following commodities: Fish and Seafood; Hazelnuts; Beef; Poultry and Eggs; Pulp and Paper; Packaging (pulp/paper, glass, or metals); Vegetable Fats & Oils; Vegetable & Horticulture; Spices; Cereals & Grains; Cocoa; Coconut; Soybeans; Animal By-Products; Energy (oil and gas and/or electricity) Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including effective public speaking and the ability to communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form. Ability to contribute to project operations and workflow effectively, to track and meet deadlines for multiple tasks, and work effectively under pressure. Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with clients and partners, including non-profit organizations, the private sector, foundations, and multilateral organizations. Understanding of carbon quantification methodologies (e.g., for carbon credits/offset credits), carbon credit or other sustainability product certification standards, carbon credit project development, monitoring reporting and verification of GHG emissions impact. Computer / Communication Skills: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Advanced proficiency in Excel is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including effective public speaking and the ability to communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form. Language: English professional-level oral and written fluency required. Required Travel: Up to 10% travel, domestic and internationally. Physical Demands: Capability to sit and operate a computer for long periods of time. Must be authorized to work in the United States. This position may be based remotely within the United States but is expected to work East Coast hours (EST). The salary range for this role is between $90,000 and $100,000. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including relevant skills and experience, geographic location, and internal equity considerations. Winrock International offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, designed to support the health, well‑being, and financial security of our employees. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation.

Lead technical assessments and develop guidance on GHG emissions reduction projects within food and agriculture sectors. | Minimum 7 years of experience in food systems and GHG accounting, with relevant educational background, and experience managing technical teams. | Location: Remote, (Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC, Wisconsin will be considered. Working hours are EST) Position Purpose: Winrock International is recruiting a Technical Lead in the Sustainability Services Unit with deep expertise in engaging the private sector in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction within food and agriculture. This position works with private sector clients to assess critical investments that finance emission reduction and removals within food and forest systems. The Technical Lead will be responsible for developing carbon inset guidance and leading evaluations of peatland restoration projects to mitigate corporate Scope 3 GHG emissions within palm supply chains. Position Overview: The Technical lead interacts with clients, conducts qualitative technical analyses, and collects and analyzes quantitative data for the greenhouse gas measurement and analysis of peatland restoration projects around the world. This position may be based remotely within the United States but is expected to work East Coast hours (EST). This role will be fully remote, however, only employees residing in: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC, Wisconsin will be considered. Working hours are EST. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Major Responsibilities • Lead project review and communications with clients to scope the quality of peatland restoration projects and address relevant technical aspects and their methodologies. • Manage the analysis of climate projects at the intersection of agriculture, forestry, and greenhouse gas emissions, at the farm and corporate level, ensuring timely production of high-quality deliverables. • Provide effective supervision including setting performance expectations, conducting regular performance evaluations, and providing ongoing feedback and coaching. • Perform calculations using greenhouse gas and activity data. Support critical thinking and innovative approaches, new analyses, and new analytical methods. • Lead the development of guidance on carbon inset approaches to peatland restoration projects within palm supply chains and contribute to critical thinking on the analyses and analytical methods related to food systems and regenerative agriculture. • Prepare technical analysis reports, presentations, and other communication materials related to carbon accounting and project risk analysis, translating technical topics into terms that are meaningful to more diverse audiences. • Maintain day-to-day client communications. Provide accurate, consistent, and coherent technical guidance and explanations to clients and donors. • Provide training to counterparts/stakeholders in the use of methods and internationally accepted best practices. • Create decision-support tools for the measurement and monitoring of GHG emissions and ecosystem services in the land use and forestry sectors. • Develop and implement statistically sound approaches to project design and data analysis for carbon projects, including use of field data, new statistical tools, and models. Recommend and implement new approaches that strengthen Winrock International's reputation for sound science and expand the visibility of Winrock International as a leading developer of measurement and monitoring methods. • Develop project work plans, budgets and reports, including tracking and monitoring programs as assigned to ensure they are fulfilling deliverable and performance requirements at a high quality, on time, and on budget. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's degree in agriculture or environment-related field required. Master's degree in climate change, food and environment, or a related discipline is preferred. Experience: • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in food systems and GHG accounting for land use required. Additional years of experience are strongly preferred. • Experience developing, mentoring, and managing teams of technical staff. • Experience managing technical aspects of GHG accounting in the agriculture field. • Field or research experience with forest carbon or palm production GHG accounting, land use change models, and GHG profiles of agricultural commodities from Southeast Asia preferred. • Knowledge of monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) approaches within palm supply chains to ensure GHG reduction measurements are repeatable, scalable, and GHG protocol compliant. • Knowledge of one or more of the additional soft commodities is a plus: vegetable fats & oils; spices; cereals & grains; cocoa; coconut; soybeans; and coffee. • Working understanding or experience with preparing submissions or reporting against key climate corporate leadership standards (e.g., Verra, GHG Protocol, Science-Based Targets Initiative's standards). • Understanding of corporate supply chain management or procurement. • Demonstrated experience in research and public communication on technical issues. Computer Skills: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Advanced proficiency in Excel is preferred. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including effective public speaking and the ability to communicate complex issues both verbally and in written form. Language: Fluency in English required. Position-Specific Skills: • Strong analytical capability and problem-solving abilities required. • Ability to contribute to project operations and workflow effectively, to track and meet deadlines for multiple tasks, and work effectively under pressure. • Understanding of carbon quantification methodologies (e.g., for carbon credits/offset credits), carbon credit or other sustainability product certification standards, carbon credit project development, monitoring reporting and verification of GHG emissions impact. • Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with clients and partners, including non-profit organizations, the private sector, foundations, and multilateral organizations. • Experience developing proposals for a variety of funders is desired. • Experience leading complex technical projects with a diverse team of staff and consultants. • Knowledge of geospatial technologies, tools and methodologies is a plus. Physical Demands: Capability to sit and operate a computer for long periods of time. Must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is based on-going donor funding. The pay range for this role is between $115,000 and $120,000 per year depending on level of experience, specialized knowledge in the role and function and business needs. Winrock offers an excellent benefits package. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation.

Perform and lead greenhouse gas emissions reduction project reviews, provide technical support to stakeholders, maintain project records, attend site visits and audits, and support methodology development. | Bachelor's degree in relevant field, 4-6+ years experience in GHG emissions or environmental programs, strong technical and writing skills, proficiency in MS Office, ability to travel, and US work authorization. | Position Description: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Project Reviewer Position Title: Technical Officer or Senior Technical Officer for Industrial Programs Location: HQ Office, VA Office, US Hybrid, or US Remote Department: Environmental Resources Trust (ERT) – ACR GENERAL ACR is an internationally recognized carbon crediting program that operates in global compliance and voluntary carbon markets. A nonprofit enterprise of Winrock International, ACR was founded in 1996 as the first private greenhouse gas (GHG) registry in the world with the mission of harnessing the power of markets to improve the environment. ACR brings more than two decades of unparalleled experience in development of rigorous and science-based methodologies and carbon accounting standards, as well as operational experience in the oversight of high-quality GHG project listing, verification, registration, issuance, serialization, and online retirement reporting. ACR operates as an independent carbon credit standards body and registry, as well as an approved Offset Project Registry for the California Cap-and-Trade Program (administered by the California Air Resources Board, or CARB) and the Washington State Cap-and-Invest Program (administered by the Washington State Department of Ecology, or Ecology). ACR is approved by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to supply emission reduction and removals credits to airlines for use towards their obligations under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) for the 2021-2023 pilot phase as well as for the 2024-2026 compliance period. The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has assessed ACR against the Core Carbon Principles (CCPs) and approved ACR as a CCP-Eligible program. ACR is positioned for roles in new compliance offset markets in other U.S. states and under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, as well as increased prominence in the global voluntary carbon market. POSITION SUMMARY The Technical Officer or Senior Technical Officer (depending on experience) for Industrial Programs is a technical position within ACR providing support to the ACR Industrial Programs Director and Managing Director as well as other colleagues within the ACR team. The person in this role will contribute to most aspects of ACR services, including performing routine and increasingly complex project reviews accurately and independently, developing and maintaining systems for project record keeping, and attending site visits and performing audits. They will ensure that projects move through the Registry process efficiently and with appropriate attention to detail. ACR prides itself on being responsive and providing sound technical knowledge to all our partners. They will provide technical support to external stakeholders, ensuring consistency and adherence to ACR, CARB, and Ecology requirements. The Technical Officer or Senior Technical Officer will possess (or quickly develop) and apply functional understanding of GHG emissions/carbon accounting principles and possess (or quickly develop) and apply functional expertise in the ACR methodologies and compliance protocols they support and/or lead. They will possess (or quickly develop) a detailed understanding of the ACR Standard and other ACR policies, California's Cap-and-Trade Regulation, Washington State's Climate Commitment Act and associated regulations, and associated project-level methodologies to reduce emissions within the industrial sector (e.g., ozone depleting substances, refrigerants, livestock, landfills, mining, the oil and gas industry, carbon capture and storage). The person in this position will need strong technical and analytical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to track and adhere to deadlines, among other skills listed below. Further, they must have a willingness and ability to learn on the job; be comfortable working in a flexible, fast-paced environment; share a commitment to Winrock's mission; and have an interest in market-based approaches to reducing GHG emissions. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform routine and increasingly complex GHG emissions reduction and removal project reviews accurately, efficiently, independently, and according to regulatory deadlines (where required), seeking input from colleagues as needed • May serve as team lead for less complex methodologies and protocols, performing administrative functions and providing leadership to colleagues working on the same methodologies and protocols • Provide accurate, consistent and coherent technical support to external stakeholders (e.g., project developers, validation and verification bodies, regulators) on routine and increasingly complicated matters that come up as part of project implementation, verification, and review, seeking input from colleagues and leadership as needed • Provide basic support to external stakeholders on routine use of the registry, seeking input from or escalating to registry staff as needed • Develop and maintain institutional systems for project record keeping, regulatory guidance tracking, and sector-specific technological advancements. • Attend site visits and perform audits, independently or with supervision, as assigned • Perform technical and policy analysis, as assigned • Provide administrative, technical, and/or policy support for methodology development and updates (e.g., errata and clarifications, frequently asked questions), as assigned • Support and contribute to technical team and ACR objectives appropriate to level of experience and expertise (e.g., develop templates and presentation materials, coordinate across ACR teams, develop internal policies and procedures, develop project GIS maps), as assigned • May be tasked with representing ACR externally (e.g., working groups, conference presentations) • Complete other tasks as assigned POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental, natural, or physical sciences; engineering; GHG emissions accounting; or a related field. Will also accept extensive experience in an environmental field in lieu of a science or engineering degree (though a bachelor's degree is still required). Advanced degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience for Technical Officer is required; additional years of experience preferred. Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience for Senior Technical Officer is required; additional years of experience preferred. Must have experience in, training in, and/or familiarity with GHG emissions/carbon accounting principles, and optionally with verification and auditing standards. Work experience with carbon markets or related environmental markets is desired. Computer/Technical Skills: Proficiency in SharePoint, Outlook, and full MS Office suite required. Communication Skills: Strong writing skills required. Language: Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Fluency in one or more additional languages is an asset. Required Travel: Must be available to travel for short-term assignments. Position-Specific Skills: • Strong technical and analytical expertise • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to track and adhere to deadlines and perform required reviews with speed, accuracy, and efficiency • Ability to work independently on multiple projects at a time without sacrificing quality • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills • Ability to consistently interact with others in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner • Strong interpersonal skills, integrity, and trustworthiness Physical Demands: Typical office environment with continual sitting or standing required. Other: Must be authorized to work in the United States. Winrock offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation.