Assessment Associate

at  Revalue Nature

At Revalue, we are not content with the status quo. We are constantly pushing the boundaries, designing innovative approaches and tackling tricky issues. We believe that the challenges we face are complex, and the only way to succeed is through the collective intelligence and creativity of our team. If you’re excited by challenges, want to be continuously tested, and thrive on personal growth, Revalue Nature is the place for you to make a real impact.
We offer great opportunities for our talent and we want this to be a place that allows you to do the best work of your life, while also focusing on balance outside of work.

ABOUT US

Revalue exists to deliver a fundamental step-change in the quality and integrity of carbon projects. We do this by rethinking projects from the ground up - slightly better is not good enough - in order to build confidence in the market and deliver impact at a planetary scale. Our world cannot afford anything less. This mission drives us every day.
Revalue Nature has raised $10 million in Series A funding to be the most innovative and trusted developer for nature on the planet. This new investment was co-led by Ecosystem Integrity Fund (EIF) and SJF Ventures, two leading venture firms focused on climate and impact. Join us on our journey to supercharge the world’s leading nature-based developers, reset the bar for quality in the carbon market, and protect and regenerate nature at a scale that makes our eyes water.

WHAT WE DO

Revalue supercharges the world’s leading nature-based carbon projects developers. We provide them with the required technical support and competitive financing to go from the initial rapid assessment of potential project areas, to the first carbon credits issuance, and beyond. This is underpinned by our proprietary tech, which creates a step-change in accuracy, speed, automation, and level of insights.

THE ROLE

Revalue Nature (RVN) is looking for a dynamic Associate to join our Project Assessment team.
As the Assessment Associate, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the end-to-end development of projects, starting from their origination to their certification by a carbon standard such as Verra.
In this role, you will build a holistic view of the project and oversee its content. You will collaborate with our team of experts, including scientists, foresters, and biodiversity leads, to consolidate and critically review the scientific components. You will also work closely with the project manager to help prioritize and drive projects’ progress.
Your primary objective will be to critically review and challenge our projects, ensuring that we focus Revalue resources on the highest quality, highest potential projects. Additionally, you will present the projects to the Assessment Committee when decisions need to be made.
We are looking for a versatile analyst with exceptional conceptual, analytical and communication skills, a talent for solving complex problems, and a willingness to delve into details and acquire knowledge quickly. Previous experience in Nature Based Solutions (NBS) is highly preferred.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Analyse, review and assess carbon projects
• Build and hold a holistic view of carbon projects from initial assessment through to project design phase
• Pressure test and review expert analyses and content to ensure they provide sufficient clarity, are clearly articulated, and answer the right questions
• Iteratively identify and prioritise critical project risks during across different stages of assessment
• Structure the sequence of assessment categories to ensure efficiency
• Supports the development of analytical frameworks and approaches that improve assessment quality and speed,
• Own the delivery of analysis and content to the Assessment Committee

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Exceptional track record of delivering data-driven assessments in complex environments
• Have a good generalist background coupled with a good understanding of NBS
• Outstanding analytical skills and critical thinking
• Effective problem solving and ability to identify gaps in assessments and analysis
• Driven by a sense of purpose and a desire to make a tangible impact
• A love of nature. We are a mission-driven company with a strong affinity for conserving and restoring natural systems. To make hard things happen, our team must put mission over ego. You find purpose not only in personal growth but also in stopping climate change and biodiversity collapse.
• An adaptive and curious mindset. As a start-up in an evolving industry, we keep our roadmap malleable and open to change in search of new opportunities for impact. You have an open mind and are comfortable pivoting as and when needed in response to new insights into our customers’ needs.
• Clear and open communication. We consider clear and thoughtful communication a fundamental skill and a strong predictor of future impact. You demonstrate this in your contribution to documentation, collaborative problem-solving, and willingness to give and receive feedback.
• Excited by distributed teams. You will be joining an international remote-working team with a proven ability to function effectively within diverse cultural environments. You’re comfortable with the challenge and excited by the freedom afforded to remote teams, are a self-driver with a willingness to take initiative within a complex and fast-growing sector.
  Starting date: ASAP