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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES CA FWD is a multi-partisan, multi-issue nonprofit organization committed to promoting a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive economic growth model within and across every region of California. Our staff reflects the diversity of California’s population and works from a variety of locations throughout the state. CA FWD team members are passionate about the mission of the organization and are knowledgeable, articulate, thorough, and responsive. Individuals enjoy working as part of a group, have excellent time-management and communication skills, the ability to multitask and meet deadlines, and in general help the organization “punch above its weight.” Location: Remote, CA residency preferred, not required. Start date: Ideally, the successful candidate will start March 15, 2026. Salary Range: $115,000 to $125,000 depending on experience. This is an exempt position and includes a generous benefit package. This is a two-year grant-funded position; extension is possible depending on additional funding but not guaranteed. Directors at California Forward (CA FWD) support the CEO and organizational leadership advance CA FWD’s strategic priorities by guiding programs, initiatives, special projects, and events. Directors report to and work generally under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (though individual initiatives may have other leaders), and in coordination with other CA FWD staff, consultants, and partners, to effectively plan and implement program and project activities. This position will primarily direct CA FWD’s Carbon Accounting Initiative. This role will also support additional programs and initiatives, including the California Economic Summit, and other core assets toward achieving regional and statewide goals. Specifically, the Director, Carbon Accounting will: • Launch, manage, and expand a Carbon Accounting Working Group as a part of CA FWD's larger Industry Advisory Group • In consultation/coordination with Working Group leaders, develop and implement a broader Carbon Accounting Coalition (with a focus on California-based carbon-intensive industries) • Provide communications, research, and thought leadership on carbon accounting frameworks and best practices, both in California and nationally or internationally, where appropriate • Network with and learn from experts on carbon accounting, disclosure, finance, and other relevant topics through webinars, conferences, convenings, etc. • Represent CA FWD on carbon accounting matters publicly • Manage Carbon Accounting Fellows, capstone students, and/or interns when available • Support advancement of CA FWD priorities across other program areas, including: • Developing and refining an individual work plan that complements other staff work plans and is aligned with the mission and goals of the organization • Supporting and managing activities in the lead up to and implementation of the organization’s annual conference (the California Economic Summit) and other events • Responding to grant opportunities and written requests for proposals • Assistance or management of special projects, as assigned • Contribute to the development of CA FWD papers, briefs, annual reports, blog posts, and other written pieces, as needed • Support and collaborate across CA FWD on special projects, as needed • Participate in other organizational meetings and activities, as appropriate • Perform other duties as assigned • Honor yourself while honoring your work and the work of CA FWD Ideal Candidate: • Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree strongly preferred (MBA, JD, advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field) • 5-7 years' experience in corporate sustainability, carbon accounting, carbon disclosure, management consulting, or related field Qualifications: • Accounting, finance, or corporate sustainability background with demonstrated understanding of emissions accounting and/or carbon management • Private sector experience essential – credibility working with corporate executives, sustainability officers, and financial leaders • Understanding of California's regulatory environment and climate policy landscape • Direct experience with carbon accounting, GHG inventory development, or corporate climate disclosure (GHG Protocol, CDP, TCFD, ISSB, etc.), preferred • Existing relationships with California-based companies in heavy industrial sectors (oil and gas, utilities, cement, steel, other manufacturing), preferred • Strong organizational and time management skills • Experience building and facilitating coalitions, working groups, or multi-stakeholder initiatives • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including working in a fully remote team environment • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Detail-oriented, including the ability to manage multiple deliverabl
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