SBTi - Measurements and Verification Manager Location : Germany, UK and USA Job Purpose and Background: The SBTi has enabled thousands of companies and financial institutions (FIs) to set climate targets and have these targets validated in line with science.
It is now essential that these companies are held accountable for delivering on their targets.
By increasing the transparency of private sector climate action through improved measurement and reporting requirements, the SBTi will bring further transparency to the progress made towards science-based targets.
To enable assessment of achievement of targets, the SBTi will develop requirements related to target delivery that will define the allowable approaches companies can take to achieve decarbonization and what constitutes alignment towards net-zero transformation.
The MRV Manager is responsible for incorporating these topics into revisions of the Corporate Net-Zero Standard, engaging internally and with external experts to consult on these topics.
You will sit in the Corporate Standards Team but work in close collaboration with colleagues in the Research Team.
For more information on the project, see here.
This role plays an important part in achieving: ? Integration of disclosure requirements for companies to enable transparent tracking of target progress and assessment of impact into the Corporate Net-Zero Standard.
? Incorporation of a continuous improvement mechanism into the Corporate Net-Zero Standard to ensure accountability for progress towards net-zero.
? Alignment with and integration of the wider landscape of regulations, standards and disclosure frameworks for corporate climate into SBTi's Measurement & Reporting framework.
What we offer: ? Working in one of the most successful and fastest-growing initiatives driving climate action; ? Exciting and challenging tasks in a dynamic, international, innovative, and highly motivated team; ? Salary Range Competitive NGO Salary ? Training and development; ? Attractive holiday package.
You are a great fit for this role if you: want to harness your curiosity and enthusiasm towards increasing the transparency of the progress of science-based targets and ensuring science-based targets are having a real impact on the climate.
You are passionate about driving the change needed to transition to a net-zero economy.
About the SBTi: The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a global body enabling businesses to set ambitious emissions reductions targets in line with the latest climate science.
It is focused on accelerating companies worldwide to halve emissions before 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions before 2050.
The SBTi defines and promotes best practices in science-based target setting, offers resources and guidance to reduce barriers to adoption, and independently assesses and approves companies' targets.
For more information, please visit www.sciencebasedtargets.org About the team: The role sits within the Technical Department that leads the development and maintenance of the key resources within the initiative to enable the adoption of climate targets in line with the best-available science and following best-practice for standard-setting organizations.
The Standards Team is a key pillar of the Technical Department responsible for the development and maintenance of cross-sector standards and guidance.
The Standards Team act as "product owners" for the key cross-sector standards, including coordination across different teams to ensure their successful integration and implementation.
Key responsibilities include: ? Delivery of outputs comprising Measurement & Reporting approach and integration of criteria, recommendations and guidance into the Corporate Net-Zero Standard.
? Collaborating with the Research Team to integrate research findings into the standards related to Measurement & Reporting and assessment of target achievement.
? Supporting an inclusive and balanced stakeholder process to ensure deliverables are aligned with climate science and strike the right balance of credibility and practicality, including internal actors, advisory groups to the SBTi, and external stakeholders.
? Responsible for the integration of consultation feedback into draft standards related measurement, reporting and target delivery ? Collaborating with the Technology Team to ensure external disclosure of required elements are represented within the SBTi's target dashboard ? Contribute to communications material related to the project, such as presentations, case studies, blog posts and other communication documents as needed.
Essential skills and experience needed: ? 6+ years of experience in the below described areas, with independent technical leadership and advanced technical skills.
? Deep experience in science-based targets, greenhouse gas accounting in line with the GHG Protocol, and corporate climate strategy ? Strong understanding of the drivers for and practical challenges of implementing climate action strategies across businesses' operations and value chains.
? Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a mostly virtual environment ? Highly organized, fast learner and strong attention to detail.
? Results oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a culturally and geographically diverse and constantly evolving environment.
? Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and able to work independently in an international and multicultural remote work environment.
Desirable criteria: ? Experience in sustainability standard-setting processes.
? Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to make complex technical subjects accessible to non-expert audiences How to apply Please send your CV and Cover letter to Kris Kobi, Director at Climate17 – ****** or apply to this ad.
This is a full-time role based in Germany, UK or USA.
The salary for this role will depend on location and experience level.
This is a full-time, fixed-term interim role until January 2026.
There is a possibility of extending the position due to the growth or offering another position to the candidate after that.
Interested candidates should be legally allowed to work in the countries specified.
The SBTi cannot sponsor any working visas.
SBTi a is an equal opportunity employer - committed to building an inclusive workplace and diverse staff, where all can thrive.
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all identities and backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.