Forest Carbon Program Manager, First 30X30 Canada

About Nature For Justice

As a global organization, Nature For Justice (N4J) empowers frontline communities to use nature-based solutions to drive climate justice, ecosystem restoration, and resilient livelihoods. We support locally-led initiatives by connecting Indigenous Peoples and local communities to global nature markets, grant funding, and technical resources—equipping them to lead, scale, and sustain regenerative solutions that advance equity, self-determination, and long-term impact.

At its core, N4J is a social justice organization. Our programs are steadfast in advancing social inclusion, economic development, and the leadership and capacity of our local partners. N4J is a Section 501(c)3 non-profit organization registered in the US and operating internationally.

About the Program

First 30x30 Canada is a N4J initiative in collaboration with IISAAK OLAM Foundation and Nature Focus Development that supports Indigenous governments to develop Indigenous-led NbS and forest carbon projects. The program focuses on Improved Forest Management (IFM) and other NbS approaches that can generate long-term revenue to support climate, biodiversity, and community benefits. Over the next 5 years, First 30x30 aims to:

• Complete 25 project pre-feasibility studies,
• Complete 10 project full feasibility studies, in partnership with Indigenous governments in Canada,
• Match 5 proposed projects to aligned investors, and
• Launch 3 new Indigenous-led NbS / carbon projects.

First 30x30 Canada is a new and fast-growing mission-first program. We are seeking a highly organized and proactive professional who enjoys managing complex projects and working collaboratively in a mission-driven environment.

Position Description

The Forest Carbon Technical Project Manager will play a leading role in managing the technical delivery for the Indigenous-led NbS projects the program supports. This person will work closely with N4J program teams and consultants, local partner organizations and Indigenous government clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery for Indigenous-led forest carbon and NbS projects
• Manage technical consultants (forest carbon modelers, GIS analysts, financial modelers, protocol experts, etc.)
• Coordinate project planning, budgets, and deliverables
• Support engagement with Indigenous governments and partners
• Provide technical guidance on IFM carbon project feasibility and development
• Monitor developments in carbon markets and protocols
• Support impact tracking and program reporting
• Contribute technical inputs to funding proposals and partnerships

Working Conditions, Travel & the Environment

• The role is remote within Canada (preference for candidates based in British Columbia)
• Employment type: Full-time or 0.75–1.0 FTE (30–40 hours/week)
• Travel approximately 10–20% of the time, primarily within Canada with occasional travel to the USA
• Full-time equivalent salary: $85,000 – $185,000 CAD - depending on experience
• Alternatively hourly consulting rate: $40 – $90/hr CAD

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Required qualifications, skills and experience for the role include:

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resource management, environmental science, or related field
• 3+ years’ experience in forestry, carbon markets, conservation, or related sectors
• Strong project management experience
• Experience managing consultants or interdisciplinary teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Candidates

Preferred candidates will have:

• Experience with the forestry sector in British Columbia, Canada
• Experience with forest carbon project development (IFM strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with carbon protocols (ACR, Verra, CAR, etc.)
• Experience working with Indigenous governments or Indigenous-led conservation initiatives
• GIS or spatial analysis experience
• Experience preparing carbon project design documents (PDDs)

Interested Applicants are requested to send a CV and cover letter explaining your interest in and fit for the role to: careers@nature4justice.org

Please also send a link to your LinkedIn profile, if applicable.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls or emails please.

We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous candidates and individuals with experience working with Indigenous communities.