Waste Sector Impact Lead - Methane Data & Action

Carbon Mapper, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); Remote; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Generous time-off policy

Professional development

Job summary

Carbon Mapper, Inc. is seeking a Senior Impact Manager- Waste Sector to lead the design and execution of strategies that engage waste sector stakeholders and use methane emissions data to accelerate mitigation, inform policy and program development, build capacity, and develop data-to-action partnerships.

Working with internal teams and external partners, the role will target data-to-action outcomes, support landfill operators, and strengthen government monitoring and programs.

Qualifications

• Significant experience (8+ years) in the waste sector or related field with a track record of outcomes.
• Strong understanding of waste management, policy frameworks, and emissions monitoring.
• Familiarity with remote sensing data and emissions monitoring.
• Ability to develop and execute strategy using multiple levers to advance mitigation.
• Proven ability to build long-term partnerships with operators, regulators, NGOs, and others.
• Experience managing staff and driving professional development.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, execution, and refinement of waste sector data-to-action strategies.
• Engage stakeholders to advance organizational objectives using policy, regulation, partnerships, and incentives.
• Translate strategic goals into actionable plans with timelines and budgets.
• Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends to identify opportunities.
• Plan and track satellite tasking to align with waste sector priorities.
• Manage the Waste Sector Analyst and provide feedback for growth.
• Represent Carbon Mapper in external meetings and forums.

Skills

Waste sector expertise

Policy & regulation

MRV / emissions data

Stakeholder engagement

Strategy execution

Team leadership

Data-driven decision making

Effective communication

Education

Advanced degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

Carbon Mapper, Inc. is seeking a Senior Impact Manager- Waste Sector to lead the design and execution of strategies that engage waste sector stakeholders and use methane emissions data to accelerate mitigation, inform policy and program development, build capacity, and develop data-to-action partnerships.

Working with internal teams and external partners, the role will target data-to-action outcomes, support landfill operators, and strengthen government monitoring and programs.