Impact Analyst & Associate — Climate & Forest Carbon

Emergent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergent is hiring for Analyst/Associate positions in New York to support their mission in preserving tropical forests and combating climate change. Candidates will work remotely with a dynamic team, engaging in tasks like building corporate demand for forest carbon credits and facilitating transactions.

Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 2-5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a passion for environmental sustainability. Emergent fosters an inclusive work environment and offers competitive opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of professional experience in consulting, social impact, or finance.
• Expected to thrive in an entrepreneurial, virtual team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate demand for high-integrity credits.
• Secure rights to sell credits from tropical forest governments.
• Match buyers and sellers for credit transactions.
• Ensure funds are deployed to forest protection programs.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to operate remotely

Experience in diverse work environments

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Emergent is hiring for Analyst/Associate positions in New York to support their mission in preserving tropical forests and combating climate change. Candidates will work remotely with a dynamic team, engaging in tasks like building corporate demand for forest carbon credits and facilitating transactions.

Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 2-5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a passion for environmental sustainability. Emergent fosters an inclusive work environment and offers competitive opportunities.