Regenerative Agriculture Lead

Regenerative Agriculture Technical Product Ownership:

• Develop and lead the product and technical vision for regenerative agriculture initiatives in tropical and temperate ecosystems
• Ensure all project and technical specifications align with PUR's strategy, mission, values and targeted outcomes goals while achieving market attractiveness
• Incorporate best-in-class technical expertise and ensure compliance with industry and company specific standards
• Ensure project design deliverables align with due diligence requirements necessary to unlock project financing

Technical Intervention Leadership and Research:

• Develop regenerative farming practices and assessment methodologies tailored to diverse landscapes and communities that prioritize soil health, biodiversity, water and carbon
• Lead development of technical specifications for project design and implementation of regenerative agriculture activities that meet/exceed industry best practice
• Advise global teams, clients and partners on regenerative practices with focus on soil carbon sequestration and carbon emissions reductions

Financial & Risk Management:

• Support preparation of pricing, business cases, budgets and financial models for regenerative initiatives, ensuring profitability and long-term viability
• Identify and support mitigation of risks related to regenerative agriculture project design

This role creates positive change by developing and implementing regenerative agriculture systems that restore soil health, enhance biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve water management, contributing to climate change mitigation and ecosystem restoration while supporting sustainable farming practices and community resilience.

• Masters Degree (or equivalent) in Agriculture, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Ecology or related fields (PhD is a plus)
• 7-10 years of experience in project design and/or management, focused on regenerative agriculture practices (experience with carbon outcomes is considered a benefit)
• Specific experience managing/coordinating agricultural field activities
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, technical, cross-functional projects in diverse geographies
• Strong experience in field-based environmental project design, including technical design, stakeholder engagement & benefit sharing
• Strong knowledge of key environmental standards and outcomes frameworks
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary collaboration with excellent leadership, organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience in financial modelling, budgeting and risk analysis
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites
• High tolerance for ambiguity; ability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment

No specific compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description beyond the inclusive workplace statement.

Inclusive Workplace: PUR strives to build inclusive teams and an equitable workplace where employees feel respected, supported, and empowered. They welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other aspect that makes them unique.

PUR is a global, impact-focused B-Corp specializing in developing environmental restoration projects known as 'nature-based solutions' (NbS). Since 2008, they have helped the world's largest organizations meet their ESG targets, reduce their environmental footprint, and regenerate ecosystems across complex supply chains through insetting strategies that create ecological, social, and economic benefits.