Remote Senior Sustainability Specialist - Regenerative Ag

Winrock International; Virginia; Remote; USD 101,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Winrock International is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Sustainability Services (Regenerative Agriculture and Climate) to work remotely in the United States.

You will advise clients on GHG measurement, climate mitigation and regenerative agriculture across global supply chains, applying standards like GHG Protocol and SBTi. The role emphasizes collaboration, data analysis, and developing knowledge products, with travel up to 10% and preference for Virginia residents among other states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international development or environment field required; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of climate change experience in adaptation/mitigation and GHG accounting for land use.
• Experience with key climate corporate leadership standards (GHG Protocol, SBTi) and in agriculture/forestry sectors.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects on GHG measurement, climate mitigation/adaptation, and regenerative agriculture.
• Track and manage a pipeline of technical advisory requests for clients.
• Develop knowledge products and training aligned with industry standards.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and other communication materials.
• Collaborate with small teams to prepare high-quality products and provide leadership when needed.
• Support workplan development and new business proposals.
• Complete tasks in fast-paced, self-motivated environments and meet deadlines.

Skills

Fast learner

Analytical mindset

Public speaking

Written communication

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in international development or environment-related field

Graduate degree in environmental science, forestry, natural resource management, ecology, geography, or related discipline

Tools

GHG Protocol

SBTi Corporate Net Zero Standard

Job description

Winrock International is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Sustainability Services (Regenerative Agriculture and Climate) to work remotely in the United States.

You will advise clients on GHG measurement, climate mitigation and regenerative agriculture across global supply chains, applying standards like GHG Protocol and SBTi. The role emphasizes collaboration, data analysis, and developing knowledge products, with travel up to 10% and preference for Virginia residents among other states.