Earth Observations Manager (m/f/d)

FORLIANCE; Bonn; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working arrangements

High degree of autonomy

International team collaboration

Zusammenfassung

A climate solutions provider in Bonn is looking for an Earth Observations Manager to contribute to geospatial analyses for climate-related projects. The role involves conducting geospatial modeling, developing automated workflows with Python or R, and analyzing ecosystem metrics. Candidates should have a degree in Geography or Environmental Science and strong skills in GIS tools. This position offers a flexible work environment and the chance to work on impactful climate projects.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Remote Sensing, Geoinformatics, or related field required.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in geospatial data analysis.
• Hands-on experience with GIS tools and programming languages.

Aufgaben

• Conduct geospatial analysis and modeling for environmental patterns.
• Develop and implement automated geospatial workflows.
• Support biomass estimation and carbon accounting using remote sensing data.

Kenntnisse

Geospatial data analysis

GIS tools experience

Python

R

Google Earth Engine

Climate change knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ausbildung

Degree in Geography or Environmental Science

Tools

GIS software

Remote sensing data

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

As an Earth Observations Manager, you will contribute to the development and application of geospatial analyses and methodologies for nature-based solutions and climate-related projects. You will support the generation of high-quality, data-driven insights to inform environmental decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geospatial analysis and modeling to assess environmental patterns, land use, and climate-related risks.
• Apply and support carbon methodologies (e.g., ARR, REDD+, sustainable land management) in project development and assessment.
• Develop and implement automated geospatial workflows using Python, R, or Google Earth Engine.
• Produce high-quality maps, visualizations, and technical outputs to support internal and external decision-making.
• Perform eligibility, risk, and vulnerability assessments for nature-based and climate projects.
• Support biomass estimation and carbon accounting using remote sensing data.
• Analyze ecosystem and biodiversity metrics, including habitat condition, fragmentation, and carbon sequestration.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of geospatial databases and analytical tools.
• Provide technical input to proposals, reports, and research applications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and improve geospatial methodologies and project approaches.

Qualifications

• A degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Remote Sensing, Geoinformatics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience in geospatial data analysis.
• Hands‑on experience with GIS tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Google Earth Engine).
• Solid understanding of climate change, nature-based solutions, and environmental systems.
• Experience with remote sensing data and spatial datasets.
• Ability to translate complex analyses into clear, structured insights and visual outputs.
• A proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in an international environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• The opportunity to apply deep expertise to high-impact climate and nature projects with real, measurable outcomes.
• A purpose-driven role in a mission-oriented organization committed to long-term sustainability and integrity.
• High degree of autonomy and ownership within your area of expertise, with trust in senior judgment.
• The chance to shape and refine approaches, methodologies and solutions in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.
• Close collaboration with a dedicated, international team driven by shared values and ambition.
• A culture that values substance over hierarchy, and thoughtful, well-grounded decision-making.
• Flexible working arrangements that support focus, balance and wellbeing.

About the Company

FORLIANCE initiates, finances, creates, and manages robust nature-based climate projects and integrates them into sustainability strategies with our clients to achieve Net Zero Carbon targets. Our global partners and more than 50 team members across ten countries work to create intact forests and ecosystems that positively impact climate, biodiversity, and human well‑being.