Project Developer (m/w/d)

About Our Client Our client is a Berlin-based organisation founded in 2023 by a diverse group of purpose-driven professionals with backgrounds in nature conservation, clean energy, and rural development. Their vision is to mitigate climate change through nature-based solutions, while supporting local communities in building resilient and sustainable livelihoods. Their mission is to design and implement long-term, landscape-scale conservation and restoration projects in terrestrial ecosystems. Once matured, these projects are brought to the nature market to generate payments for ecosystem services. The successful candidate will serve as a critical link between the scientific team at the head office and field teams working on landscape-scale conservation and restoration projects. These projects span forest, agricultural, and grassland ecosystems. The role involves overseeing the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with various environmental certification standards. It will require close collaboration with Landscape Specialists, Earth Observation Experts, and GHG Accounting Specialists. Regular travel to project sites for monitoring and evaluation is an essential part of this role. Lead feasibility assessments and baseline studies for forestry, agriculture, and grassland projects by coordinating efforts between head office and country teams. Develop project concepts and idea notes based on data and input from the climate department. Ensure project development and implementation adhere to selected methodologies in forestry, agriculture, or grassland ecosystems. Oversee the public consultation processes required by certification standards during project development. Support the Head of Operations in planning and scheduling project activities. Manage documentation processes required throughout the project lifecycle, particularly those mandated by certification bodies. Assist the Head of Climate and Finance Office in preparing financial plans for projects. Minimum of 5 years\‘ experience managing or coordinating multi-team conservation or restoration projects, with demonstrable work samples. Full-time (40-hour/week) commitment. Availability for international travel, particularly to sub-Saharan Africa and Europe. Openness to co-creating systems, culture, and workflows in a start-up environment. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French, Portuguese, or Spanish is a strong advantage. Hands-on experience in climate adaptation and nature-based solutions. A dynamic, international work environment with global collaboration.