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  • Posted: Nov 11, 2022
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    d.light is a global leader and pioneer in delivering affordable solar-powered solutions designed for the two billion people in the developing world without access to reliable energy. d.light provides distributed solar energy solutions for households and small businesses that are transforming the way people all over the world use and pay for energy. Through f...
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    Director of Carbon Strategy

    Responsibilities

    • Design and manage d.light’s global strategy with respect to carbon markets and related partnerships, recognizing that this is an emerging space where innovation can unlock valuable opportunities.
    • Structure and negotiate multi-year agreements to maintain and expand d.light’s Carbon Program, including strategic partnership agreements and emissions reduction purchase agreements.
    • Develop and manage relationships with strategic partners and carbon off-takers, including by representing d.light at climate-related conferences and events.
    • Manage cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with carbon-related agreements and project requirements, including regular monitoring and verification cycles across multiple countries.
    • Work with d.light’s Finance, Sales, and Marketing teams to develop and implement financial models for carbon-subsidized products and related marketing strategies.
    • Select and manage expert consultants and carbon project partners to support in project development, project expansion, and quality control.
    • Analyze and mitigate risks to carbon projects by ensuring all CER/VERs issued meet high quality standards.
    • Prepare strategic presentations for d.light’s Executive Team on carbon markets and clean cookstoves.
    • Create publications that highlight d.light’s climate-related work to attract and develop new partners.

    Qualifications

    • +4 years’ experience with carbon markets, carbon program management, and carbon-offsetting household devices. Direct experience with clean cookstoves and/or solar home systems preferred.
    • +2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams or managing direct reports.
    • Capable of independently structing and negotiating major agreements relating to carbon offsets, including by developing and managing complex financial models of deal structures.
    • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
    • Self-motivated and able to independently prioritize key tasks to meet deadlines.
    • Superior proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
    • Preferably located in Nairobi, Kenya or Lagos, Nigeria, or willing to relocate. Prior experience working in sub-Saharan Africa is also preferred.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to d.light on www.linkedin.com to apply

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