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KAKAYA

Forestry Specialist(m/w/x)

Berlin
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
Green Job

Designing and managing forest conservation and reforestation projects using earth observation and GIS. Expertise in REDD+ and AFOLU methodologies required. Purpose-driven work with global exposure at an early-stage organization.

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of forest ecosystems
  • Expertise in remote sensing technologies and GIS
  • Knowledge of global maps and satellite imagery
  • Designing, developing, managing REDD+ and reforestation projects
  • Familiarity with AFOLU methodologies (VCS, GS, EA, IS)
  • Willingness to live and work in Berlin
  • Willingness to travel overseas, especially sub-Saharan Africa
  • Possibility to contact former employers
  • English fluency
  • Portuguese, French, and/or Spanish desired
  • Education in forestry, GIS, or landscape management desirable
  • Knowledge of relevant scientific tools and methods desirable
  • Knowledge of national regulations and policies in sub-Saharan Africa is a plus

Tasks

  • Lead conceptualisation and design of forest conservation and reforestation activities
  • Account for forest inventory, species selection, nursery development, and silviculture
  • Catalyse implementation and management of landscape projects
  • Analyse forest landscapes and spatial trends with earth observation engineers
  • Perform historical land cover and land use analysis
  • Conduct baseline and project feasibility studies
  • Evaluate and enhance inventory data and management plans
  • Lead design and monitoring of earthworks and planting
  • Plan and develop nurseries and produce seedlings
  • Conduct statistical analysis on field data
  • Model tree growth and yield using peer-reviewed methods
  • Develop maps, diagrams, and graphs for project support
  • Evaluate and document potential market value chains
  • Support Project Development Specialists in creating certification-compliant documents

Work Experience

  • 5 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • EnglishNative
  • PortugueseBasic
  • FrenchBasic
  • SpanishBasic

Tools & Technologies

  • Remote sensing technologies
  • GIS softwares
  • Verified Carbon Standard
  • Gold Standard
  • Equitable Earth
  • Isometric

Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Full-time position
  • Global exposure
  • Experience life in Berlin

Job Security

  • Permanent employment

Purpose-Driven Work

  • Purpose-driven work

Startup Environment

  • Early-stage organization
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