Environmental Project Certification

DGB Group; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a leading green tech company as an Operational Associate, supporting global operations in environmental certification and audits. Gain hands-on experience with international standards like Verra and Gold Standard while being mentored by industry experts. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainability outcomes and develop your career in environmental markets.

Servicios

Hands-on mentorship from experts

Exposure to international project standards

Mission-driven team

Flexible or hybrid work structure

Room for growth in responsibilities

Formación

• Up to 3 years of work experience in research or environmental initiatives.
• Strong grasp of scientific reasoning and methodology.

Responsabilidades

• Support planning and documentation of project certification and audit processes.
• Assist with data collection and evidence assembly for verification audits.
• Draft and organize documents for project design documents and monitoring reports.

Conocimientos

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Clear Communication

Scientific Reasoning

Problem Solving

Educación

Master's degree in Environmental Science

Master's degree in Economics

Master's degree in Law

Master's degree in Sustainability

Master's degree in International Development

Master's degree in Natural Resource Management

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a sharp, adaptable, and purpose-driven Operational Associate to support our global operations team, specifically in executing certification and audit processes for our environmental projects.

You will work directly with our Technical Director, gaining hands-on experience in coordinating and preparing for third-party audits under international standards such as Verra and Gold Standard. These audits are essential for turning project outcomes into verified, market-ready products like carbon and plastic credits.

This is a unique opportunity to be mentored by a global leader in green tech operations, develop deep expertise in environmental certification, and help deliver tangible, real-world sustainability outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Support the planning, coordination, and documentation of project certification and audit processes under Verra, Gold Standard, and other standards.
• Assist with data collection, structuring, and evidence assembly for verification audits.
• Draft, review, and organize documents required for project design documents (PDDs) and monitoring reports.
• Engage with international field teams and auditors to gather inputs and clarify technical and operational questions.
• Help articulate project methodologies and interventions using clear, concise, and scientifically sound language.
• Apply structured thinking and common sense to triage issues, solve problems, and keep processes running smoothly.
• Learn continuously from your mentor, taking on greater responsibility over time.
  
  
  

Requirements

• A high-performing junior candidate—sharp, curious, and precise in execution.
• Master's degree in environmental science, economics, law, sustainability, international development, natural resource management, or a related field.
• Up to 3 years of work experience, ideally with exposure to research, field operations, or environmental initiatives.
• Strong grasp of scientific reasoning and methodology, with the ability to apply it in real-world contexts.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and clear communication (both written and spoken).
• Genuine motivation to build a career in sustainability and environmental markets.
• Someone who "gets it", you have strong common sense, you're resourceful, and you remain calm under pressure.
• Based in the Netherlands and eligible to work without visa sponsorship
  
  
  

Benefits

• A career-launching role with hands-on mentorship from experts in environmental project operations.
• Exposure to leading international project standards like Verra and Gold Standard from day one.
• A mission-driven team committed to creating measurable impact.
• The opportunity to work on the frontier of environmental markets, reforestation, and sustainable development.
• A flexible or hybrid work structure to support your productivity.
• Room to grow—your role and responsibilities will evolve with your skills