Program Officer, Agriculture Innovation

Verra

Program Officer managing agricultural methodologies and engaging stakeholders for GHG emissions reduction. Supporting Agricultural Land Management and Livestock Systems methodologies under Verra's VCS Program.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeRemote • 🌎 Anywhere in the WorldMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in GHG Accounting, Soil Carbon Measurement, and Agricultural Land Management methodologies, with strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Proficient in communicating complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences while supporting the development and implementation of climate mitigation strategies.

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GHG AccountingSoil Carbon MeasurementCarbon Markets FamiliarityProject ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

GHG MeasurementMonitoring and ModelingRemote SensingGeo-StatisticsCarbon Credit MethodologiesAgricultural Land ManagementLivestock Systems MethodologiesMethodology DevelopmentDigitization of MethodologiesCapacity Building

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCultural SensitivityProblem-Solving MindsetOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Industry Keywords

AgricultureLivestock Production SystemsClimate MitigationVCS ProgramVerra ProgramsSectoral Scope 15

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Actively engage stakeholders in adopting and using our Agricultural Land Management (ALM) and Livestock Systems (LS) methodologies under the VCS Program
Develop and support project proponents’ practical application of improved ALM and LS activities
Support development of new and revisions of existing methodologies
Create alignment with emerging VCS Program updates and other Verra programs
Provide stakeholder support and capacity building for project proponents and VVBs
Address public comments and independent reviewer feedback on VCS methodologies under Sectoral Scope 15. Agriculture (ALM and LS)
Provide technical input and support further development of existing ALM and LS methodologies
Support coordination of the development of new ALM and LS methodologies and tools
Support digitization of VM0042, v2.2 and v3.0 by testing and signing-off corresponding beta-versions of the methodology

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least three years of experience in GHG accounting in agriculture and livestock production systems
A B.S. level degree in agronomy, animal, or environmental sciences, or similar, with a preference for M.S.
Strong understanding of soil carbon and GHG measurement, monitoring and modeling, remote sensing, and geo-statistics in the context of agricultural and livestock production systems
Hands-on experience with carbon markets, including familiarity with key mechanisms (e.g., compliance and voluntary markets), carbon credit methodologies, and the role of market-based instruments in climate mitigation efforts
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to break-down complex concepts into clear, easy-to-understand messaging for diverse audiences
Project management and organizational skills, including prioritizing and working efficiently and effectively under deadlines
Ability to engage with diverse international stakeholders and partners, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and awareness in a global context
Ability to work collaboratively with a problem-solving mindset
Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, vision and dental care
Verra contributions to each employee’s retirement plan/pension scheme with employee and employer contributions subject to statutory regulations
Paid leave, comprising 22-30 days vacation, annual sick leave, holidays, and sabbatical after five years of service