Climate Forest is a Germany-based organization with international operations. We have a steadfast commitment to forest conservation, sustainable forest management and exact carbon storage monitoring and reporting. With dedication to nature-based solutions in addressing the challenges of climate crisis and biodiversity loss, we provide companies with suitable Climate Protection Initiatives and Biodiversity Projects. Currently we operate on an area of 45,000 hectares of forest worldwide.

In order to be prepared for the further challenges of our international growth, we are looking for competent reinforcement.

We are looking - at the earliest possible date - for a

Head of Forest Acquisition North America

(m/w/d) in full-time.

Position overview

As Head of Forest Acquisition North America, you will be responsible for the acquisition of forest areas in the USA and Canada with the help of your extensive network. Through the purchase, but primarily through the leasing of forest areas, you and your team will lay the foundation for the development of CO2 projects by the Project Development Team with whom you will work closely. This is a dynamic management role that requires a combination of forestry expertise, communication and negotiation skills and project management knowledge.

Your tasks and responsibilities

Development and implementation of strategies for the acquisition of forests in line with operational objectives
Acquisition of large forest areas for management with a focus on CO2 projects
Establishment of the company location incl. team in North America
Establishment of a network for the successful acquisition of forest areas
Representation of the company vis-à-vis landowners and other stakeholders
Head of the acquisition team for small and medium-sized forests
Ongoing analysis and evaluation of the market for the acquisition of forests
Assistance with contract negotiations
Initiation of forest management and assistance in its development
Ensuring an excellent collaboration with the project development department
Development of cost estimates and adherence to specified budgets
Supporting control of silvicultural practice and management guidelines

Your profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Forestry or a related field
10 years of experience in forestry / timber industry
Extensive network in the forestry industry / within forest owners
Excellent project management skills
Strong knowledge of the forest market
Experience in the acquisition of properties
Leadership qualities with excellent communication and negotiation skills
Very good self-organization skills and goal-oriented, entrepreneurial approach
Interested in new value creation and forestry management methods
Knowledge of relevant software applications (GIS, MS Office applications etc.)
Willingness to travel across North America (USA & Canada)

Our offer

A permanent position in a friendly, creative and professional working environment
A diverse, international and agile team
The opportunity to work remote
A varied job with the opportunity to make your own decisions
Above-average remuneration
30 vacation days
A modern, well-equipped workplace
Trust-based and flexible working hours
Induction and participation in further training

We look forward to receiving your detailed application documents, including a cover letter, which you should send to Claus Kannwischer.

Climate Forest GmbH, Claus Kannwischer, job@climateforest.com

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