Regenerative agriculture management

Position: Regenerative Agricultural Project Manager
Company: PUR
Location: remote from Saskatchewan, or in-person in Toronto

PUR Description

PUR is a global, impact-focused B-Corp specializing in the development of environmental restoration projects, known as 'nature-based solutions' (NbS). Since 2008, we have been helping the world’s largest organizations meet their ESG targets, reduce their environmental footprint, and regenerate the ecosystems they depend on across complex supply chains. Having developed over 45 projects in more than 30 countries, PUR is recognized as both a pioneer and leader in a sector that is now at the forefront of global efforts to address the ongoing climate and biodiversity crisis.

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to fostering and operationalizing insetting strategies—interventions by companies within their own value chains designed to reduce GHG emissions while creating positive impacts for communities, landscapes, and ecosystems. By championing this insetting approach, we aim to create a holistic range of benefits that extend beyond ecological restoration, encompassing social and economic dimensions through enhanced agricultural yields and resilience to climate change-induced stresses, among others.

One of the distinctive features of our work is our ability to tailor projects to the specific needs of different regions and communities. By recognizing the unique characteristics of each ecosystem and the cultural context of the communities involved, we ensure our initiatives are contextually relevant and have a meaningful and sustainable impact. All our projects are developed in close collaboration with local actors, including cooperatives, NGOs, governments, and corporations.

Today, we employ 200 staff across 16 countries with key offices in Paris (HQ) and Toronto.  https://www.pur.co/

Industry Description

PUR operates within the dynamic and rapidly evolving sector of environmental consultancy services and nature-based solutions markets. These markets are closely linked with the voluntary carbon markets (VCM) when NbS projects produce carbon credits that can be traded on the VCM. The NbS market has recently gained traction as society recognizes the invaluable services provided by nature and the need to preserve, restore, and harness these services to mitigate and adapt to environmental challenges. To be considered a nature-based solution, projects must effectively address real societal challenges and offer strong environmental, economic, and social benefits for local communities.

Market KPIs:

• If combined with deep decarbonization efforts, NbS projects could provide up to 30% of the mitigation needed to limit global warming to 1.5ºC above pre-industrial levels by 2030 (World Economic Forum, 2023)
• NbS project credits make up the largest volumes of carbon credits available in the VCM (voluntary carbon markets ) with $9bn invested between 2020 and 2022 (Sylvera, 2023)
• In 2021, the VCM was estimated to be worth $2 billion, four times its 2020 value. By 2030, the market is expected to reach $10 to $40 billion (BCG, 2022).
• 5,307 companies have set science-based targets - a 4.2x increase since 2022 – and a significant driver of demand within the NbS and VCM markets (SBTi, 2024)

PUR is seeking a collaborative and technically skilled Regenerative Agriculture Project Manager with deep expertise in agronomy and crop production based in Western Canada. This role will focus on the agronomic and technical components of regenerative agricultural projects, working in close partnership with the Senior Manager, who oversees project coordination and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have advanced agronomic knowledge and thrive in a collaborative environment, working with diverse teams across multiple time zones to co-create innovative agricultural solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement the design and technical aspects of agronomic project activities, ensuring alignment with regenerative agriculture practices.
• Work closely with an international, multidisciplinary team of experts, including MRV specialists, carbon scientists, and sustainability professionals, to develop and implement effective project strategies.
• Collaborate with farmers, suppliers, and research partners locally in Western Canada to ensure projects reflect best practices in agronomy and soil health management.
• Review and contribute to technical documents such as stratification plans and soil sampling protocols, ensuring scientific rigor and relevance to project goals.
• Analyze publicly available soil and climate data, using carbon projection tools to estimate the impact of project activities on Scope 3 supply chains.
• Actively engage with colleagues and stakeholders across digital collaboration platforms, ensuring effective real-time communication across time zones.
• Support and facilitate workshops, field visits, and farmer engagement activities, ensuring shared learning and co-creation of solutions.
• Partner with the Senior Manager to align agronomic activities with long-term project strategy and outcomes.

Job requirements

We are looking for someone with:

• Agricultural degree from a recognized university. An advanced degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D. preferred) in agronomy, soil science, plant science, or related field would be an asset;
• Minimum of 5 years experience in agricultural production management within Western Canada or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) or Articling Agrologist (AAg);
• Proficiency with digital collaboration tools and the ability to coordinate across multiple time zones and teams;
• Knowledge of current trends in regenerative agriculture, land management, and conservation practices;
• Demonstrated experience working with farmers and agricultural stakeholders to implement conservation / sustainable practices;
• Experience analyzing data and providing technical input to support agronomic decision-making;
• Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to build relationships and facilitate effective collaboration across diverse groups;
• Strong knowledge of carbon frameworks, greenhouse gas (GHG) measurement, and Scope 3 supply chain reporting is a significant asset;
• High tolerance for ambiguity; ability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment; International experience is a strong plus;
• Strong sense of accountability and commitment/follow-through;
• Adept at giving and receiving feedback;
• Looks for impact by making decisions based on facts and critical thinking.

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