Job Description

Who we are

The climate crisis demands bold action. We need to slash our carbon emissions and remove the excess carbon dioxide that is already heating up our planet.

That\xe2\x80\x99s where Carbon Removal Canada comes in. We are a new climate non-profit with a big vision: to make Canada a world leader in scaling carbon removal solutions that can help us reach net-zero emissions and beyond. We are the first group in Canada singularly focused on this mission.

We think Canada has what it takes to be a pioneer in carbon removal. We have the resources, know-how, and the innovation ecosystem to succeed. We also have a responsibility to act as one of the highest per capita emitters of greenhouse gases.

Our goal at Carbon Removal Canada is to shape leading policies that will accelerate the scale-up of carbon removal technologies in Canada while setting a global standard for deploying them in a responsible manner. We will push for smart investments in science and research that will advance the efficacy and integrity of carbon removal solutions. And we will champion solutions that are socially and environmentally responsible, ensuring that they benefit all Canadians and respect Indigenous rights.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive movement for carbon removal and intend to elevate voices that are often ignored in climate conversations.

If you share our passion for tackling climate change with cutting-edge solutions that can create jobs and positive social change in Canada and around the world, we would love to hear from you!

Our values

As an early employee of Carbon Removal Canada, you will help shape our values and culture. We are:

• Entrepreneurial: We work lean, smart, and fast. We collaborate well but also excel at working independently. We challenge the status quo and adapt to change.
• Curious: We don\xe2\x80\x99t jump to conclusions or take sides. We seek to learn more and find common ground with others. We see obstacles and setbacks as opportunities to grow and innovate.
• Mission-driven: We are motivated by the positive impact that carbon removal can have on our communities. We care about creating economic, social, and climate benefits through our work.
• Globally-conscious: We believe Canada should champion an inclusive carbon removal agenda that listens to and elevates voices from the communities and countries impacted the most by climate change despite having done the least to cause it.
• Generous: We operate with generosity and trust. We support our colleagues through challenges, help our partners achieve their goals, and put public interest before our own.

The role

As Director of Policy and Research, you will help create and shape the innovative policies needed to scale-up carbon removal technologies in Canada.

This role will entail diving deep on innovative policies, regulations, and government programs that have been successful in other geographies or sectors, and designing approaches to adapt them to the unique Canadian carbon removal landscape. The Director will help craft Carbon Removal Canada\'s policy roadmap with internal and external stakeholders, helping the organization prioritize the most impactful policy pathways. This work will involve analyzing data, conducting surveys, and developing reports and presentations that build durable support across a wide range of stakeholders for the rapid and responsible deployment of carbon removal in Canada. Identifying opportunities to strengthen policies and regulations that advance existing carbon removal technologies, while monitoring developments in emerging carbon removal methods that require entirely new policy and regulatory regimes will be central to this role. The Director will enhance the integrity of carbon removal methods by ensuring effective measurement, reporting, and verification systems and standards are in place and that investments in carbon removal are advancing broader environmental and social goals.

This is a remote role, based anywhere in Canada. This position reports to the Executive Director.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

Below is a list of key responsibilities currently envisioned for this role. We are a fast-paced organization with evolving priorities, so these responsibilities may change. Over time, we expect the Director to set their own priorities.

Strategy and Analysis

• Lead development of the organization\'s policy roadmap and strategy in collaboration with other staff and stakeholders
• Conduct research and analysis on relevant topics - including but not limited to emerging carbon removal methods, enhancing carbon storage regulations, community engagement best practices, and standard-setting practices - using quantitative and qualitative methods
• Produce high-quality reports, papers, briefs and other written materials that communicate findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively
• Identify opportunities to advance policies, regulations, and standards that can advance innovation in the carbon removal field
• Monitor and evaluate existing government policies and programs and identify opportunities to integrate carbon removal within them

External Engagement

• Engage with policymakers, academia, media, partners, donors and other audiences to disseminate research findings and advocate for policy change
• Collaborate with technical experts on efforts to strengthen standards, measurement, reporting, and verification protocols, and other regulations relevant to scaling up high-accountability carbon removal solutions
• Build and maintain relationships with external experts, coalitions, networks and allies on key issues
• Act as a spokesperson for Carbon Removal Canada at technical meetings and conferences as needed

Management

• Manage policy projects, contractors, budgets, timelines and deliverables
• Supervise, mentor, and coach policy interns as needed

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll bring

You must have a passion for diving into complex policy and technical research while being adept at synthesizing it for key decision-makers and stakeholders. Every day you will be assessing the potential impact of a new policy idea, evaluating the latest in carbon removal research, and producing knowledge products that help build the enabling environment for carbon removal to succeed.

All candidates must be/have:

• A graduate degree in public policy, political science, economics, or related field
• 7+ years of experience conducting policy research and producing reports and analyses in a think tank, government agency, or similar organization
• Experience working in emerging fields within climate, and / or a high degree of familiarity with carbon removal or carbon management
• Comfortable with new material and scientific papers; able to quickly understand new concepts, technologies, and analyses, and distil them in a way that is actionable for decision-makers
• Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills
• Highly organized and self-directed, a problem solver with demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Political savvy and a keen understanding of major public policy issues and know how to shape policies that are responsive to the prevailing political environment
• Experience supervising and coordinating research interns, project consultants, and other stakeholders to drive development of knowledge products

You\'ll really impress us if:

• You have a track record of making nascent technologies or concepts easy to understand for policymakers and other decision makers
• You are obsessed with data and how it can be used to measure the impact and help shape effective policies
• You can step back and understand how policies interplay with other actors within the system in creating a broader enabling environment for carbon removal
• You have a PhD in a related field

Carbon Removal Canada is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity in its hiring processes. As such, we welcome applications from members of visible minorities, First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to help provide a diverse range of perspectives. Even if you don\xe2\x80\x99t meet some of the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply and share how your life experiences and identity, especially if underrepresented in the current climate ecosystem, can contribute to our mission. As long as you feel this is the right role for you, please don\xe2\x80\x99t hesitate to apply.

Location, travel, and hours

This is a remote role, based anywhere in Canada. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada. Our entire team works remotely. We typically work standard hours (9am to 5pm ET), but are much more concerned about results and getting things done effectively than we are about what hours you work.

We will hold in-person team meetings and retreats quarterly to collaborate in person. Additional ad-hoc meetings may be necessary where in-person collaboration is preferable. Senior staff should be ready to travel to events representing the organization as needed. This role anticipates travel within Canada approximately once a month.

What we offer

Carbon Removal Canada is deeply committed to providing competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to our employees. The starting salary for this position is CA$120,000 per annum, with opportunities for growth. To manage expectations and save time, we will discuss alignment on compensation in your first meeting with us.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and we are looking to fill this position quickly.

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