About the company
Our client is a Switzerland-based NGO committed to safeguarding and restoring coastal ecosystems through education, capacity building, early-stage funding, and policy advocacy. By addressing key barriers and driving high-quality initiatives, They aim to bring impactful environmental projects to market. Their vision is a future where coastal ecosystems are central to regenerating our planet and empowering communities.
About their Academy
Their Academy is an online platform designed to make knowledge about coastal ecosystem restoration and carbon initiatives widely accessible. The Academy provides tiered service levels:
- Basic: Free access to learning materials for independent project development.
- Pro: Basic access plus expert review, feedback, and validation from their in-house team.
- Premium: Comprehensive support, including additional services from vetted experts, to guide projects toward certification in the voluntary carbon market.
Our client is seeking a leader to drive the success of the Academy!
Key responsibilities
- Content Development: Create and maintain educational resources for stakeholders, ensuring content reflects the latest industry and scientific advancements.
- Market Research: Stay informed on developments in coastal ecosystem restoration, carbon markets, and related fields. Identify potential partnerships and innovative solutions.
- Project Guidance: Serve as the primary advisor for foundational and intermediate project packages, providing personalized support, document reviews, and actionable feedback.
- Partner Coordination: Facilitate collaboration between projects and expert partners for advanced service packages, fostering mutually beneficial relationships.
- Sales and Communication Support: Assist the sales team with content expertise to promote their service offerings effectively.
What they are looking for
If you’re excited to join their mission, you’re likely a self-starter with the drive to make a meaningful difference. You thrive on taking initiative, delivering results, and turning ideas into tangible outcomes. You’re an effective communicator who builds trust and influences others with clarity, energy, and passion for their mission. You excel at working independently with an ownership mindset while also contributing to a collaborative, remote team environment. A growth mindset is essential—you value feedback, continuous learning, and innovation in overcoming challenges.
Desired skills and qualities
- Subject Matter Expertise: Strong knowledge of coastal ecosystems, carbon standards, and restoration projects.
- Proactivity: A go-getter attitude with the ability to drive projects forward independently.
- Empathy and Connection: Skilled at building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Impact-Driven: Passion for creating environmental and social change.
- Accountability: Delivers consistent, high-quality work and takes responsibility for results.
- Attention to Detail: Structured and meticulous approach to content and project management.
- Continuous Learner: Keeps up with industry trends and is eager to develop new skills.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic, start-up-style, fully remote environment.
