Implementation Coordinator, Natural Climate Solutions

General Summary: Anew seeks a dedicated environmental or administrative professional to support its forest carbon implementation team through soliciting proposals for, and contracting, carbon verification and inventory work, as well as coordinating fieldwork logistics. The successful candidate will be a highly organized individual who is detail orientated and skilled in communicating with third-party contractors and can collaborate effectively with internal teams and external parties. Day-to-day responsibilities will cover a spectrum of activities including assisting in field verifications throughout the continental US, Alaska, and Canada (remotely and occasionally on site), preparing proposals for verification and inventory services for over 120 forest carbon projects, planning remote site visits, tracking expenses, managing and communicating timelines and project scheduling, and contributing to long-term programmatic planning. This is an excellent opportunity for an administrative professional seeking a position in the center of the forest carbon market.

Primary Responsibilities and Competencies:

• Prepare proposal solicitations and contracts for verification services and forest carbon inventories
• Coordinate site visit logistics - booking hotels, flights, equipment rentals, meals, and preparing field safety plans
• Prepare maps and inventory data sheets for field work
• Track budgeting and invoicing for verification and inventory activities
• Manage field equipment and inventory supplies
• Manage team access to various software and subscription services
• Develop, maintain, and update project management tools and platforms to efficiently manage project timelines, tasks, and deliverables across multiple projects and parties
• Oversee the maintenance of verification schedules to ensure timely and accurate completions
• Contribute to the strategic planning of long-term project scheduling
• Collaborate with team members to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines
• Act as the primary point of contact between the company and third-party contractors

Required Education, Experience and Certification:

• At least 2-4 years of experience in administrative related occupation
• Bachelor’s degree or an Associate's degree with equivalent work experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office Applications
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana) and maintaining project schedules
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Preferred Education, Qualifications & Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in a forestry or administrative related occupation
• Experience in ArcGIS mapping and analysis
• Experience cleaning and troubleshooting data
• Experience coordinating remote site visits and tracking expenses
• Experience collaborating with external contractors to successfully manage project deliverables

Skills:

• Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Strong written and communication Skills
• Highly self-motivated
• Highly self-motivated and driven
• Keen attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Expertise in logistics and demonstrated ability to coordinate among various contractors
• Strong interest in climate change and environmental issues