<p>We’re an early-stage startup that cares passionately about solving the climate crisis.</p>
<p>We believe that forests are the most effective, safe, and scalable carbon drawdown solution.</p>
<p>Our mission is to accelerate restoration of 3 billion acres of degraded lands to their native ecosystems, activating the most massive carbon drawdown effort on the planet. We help partners secure diverse native seed supply, tackle freshwater shortages with solar-powered desalination, design sustainable business plans, access high quality training, and more.</p>
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Accelerating global forest restoration to combat climate change through native ecosystems and sustainable solutions.

<div><b>Job Mission</b></div><div>Terraformation is seeking a Restoration Technician to support our Internal Forestry Operations team in Hawaiʻi. This role is essential to Terraformation’s mission, focusing on reforestation projects in Hawaiʻi to restore native forests and showcase effective restoration practices. As a Restoration Technician, you’ll work hands-on to implement and maintain reforestation sites, contributing to Terraformation’s goal of inspiring global reforestation efforts. This role requires attention to detail and commitment to working outdoors on native forest restoration.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Job Type:</b>  Full-Time / 40hrs a week </div><div><br></div><div><b>Location:</b>  North-West Hawai’i Island (Kona/Waimea/Kohala)</div><div><br></div><div><b>Salary:</b>  $20-24 per hour, plus equity (depending on location and experience)</div><br><br><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Collaborate with team members to execute restoration projects in the field</li><li>Plant, maintain, and monitor native plants, including tasks like fertilizing, mulching, and hand watering</li><li>Manage weeds using hand tools, herbicides, and equipment like weed whackers and chainsaws</li><li>Assist with nursery tasks such as up-potting, spraying, and watering plants</li><li>Set up and maintain irrigation systems as needed</li><li>Repair and inspect fence lines to secure restoration sites</li><li>Maintain and organize equipment, vehicles, and storage areas</li><li>Record GPS locations for out plantings and report field conditions</li><li>Follow safety protocols and guidelines; attend all required training.</li><li>Participate in Terraformation community events as needed</li></ul><h3>Minimum Qualifications</h3><ul><li>3+ years of field experience in forestry or restoration work</li><li>Proficient in operating power tools and field equipment</li><li>Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various weather conditions</li><li>Valid driver’s license is required</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Knowledge of native Hawaiian plants and conservation practices.</li><li>Familiarity with Hawaiian culture and its role in ecosystem restoration.</li><li>Passionate about climate change solutions and forest restoration.</li></ul><br><div><b>About Terraformation</b></div><div><br></div><div>Terraformation is committed to addressing climate change through the power of native forest restoration. Our portfolio of high-quality projects is designed to restore forests that will remove high quantities of carbon, renew ecosystems, enhance biodiversity, and create sustainable long-term community income and benefits. Our project teams have planted over one million biodiverse and native trees, stored 131 million seeds, supported 19 forestry projects, and created over 700 jobs through reforestation efforts worldwide. </div><div><br></div><div>Our innovative approach not only equips local forestry teams with training, technology, and access to capital, but also empowers businesses to be a part of the solution to climate change. By investing in our projects, businesses can directly address climate change, offset carbon emissions, meet net zero commitments, and enhance corporate sustainability initiatives. </div><div><br></div><div>Terraformation’s mission-driven global team, which includes experts in forest science, carbon markets, operations management, and business development, demonstrates how diverse backgrounds drive innovation and create significant impact.</div><div><br></div><div>Learn more at <a href="http://terraformation.com">terraformation.com</a></div><div><br></div><div>We are an equal-opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where relevant.</div>

Restoration Technician

<div><b>Job Mission</b></div><div>As the Climate Impact Coordinator, you will be instrumental in driving Terraformation’s mission to combat climate change through impactful natural solutions. Reporting to the Head of Climate Impact, Hawaiʻi, you will support project acquisition, develop strategic programs, secure critical funding, and engage with communities. Your work will directly contribute to advancing forest restoration and ecosystem resilience in Hawaiʻi.</div><div><br></div><div>This role is ideal for a self-starter with a passion for nature-based solutions, a knack for relationship-building, and a deep commitment to restoring natural ecosystems.</div><div><br></div><div>Being passionate about solving climate change and understanding the critical role of natural climate solutions in sequestering carbon and restoring the balance between humans and the environment will make this position thrive and ensure team success.</div><div><br></div><div>Join our team and contribute to creating a sustainable future for our planet!</div><div><br></div><div><b>Salary:</b> $55,0000 - $85,000, plus equity (depending on location and experience)</div><div><br></div><div><b>Job Type:</b> Full time / 40hrs a week </div><br><br><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li><b>Revenue Growth Support:</b> Assist the Head of Climate Impact Hawaiʻi in achieving the team’s $5M annual revenue target through effective marketing and sales initiatives.</li><li><b>Project Development:</b> Provide comprehensive marketing and sales support for new restoration projects on Hawaiʻi Island and beyond.</li><li><b>Sales and Marketing Collateral:</b> Develop high-quality collateral for sales, consulting, and services with the Head of Climate Impact and our marketing team to boost visibility and revenue.</li><li><b>Proposal Preparation:</b> Craft compelling pitches and proposals for custom projects tailored to client needs.</li><li><b>Digital Presence Management:</b> Update and enhance the Terraformation Hawaiʻi web page to attract inbound leads for consulting services, and new project opportunities.</li><li><b>Funding Strategies:</b> Assist in developing sustainable funding programs and securing financial resources for restoration projects.</li><li><b>Stakeholder Engagement:</b> Build and sustain relationships with stakeholders, local communities, and key partners through strategic outreach.</li><li><b>Event Coordination:</b> Collaborate with the Head of Climate Impact Hawaiʻi to coordinate Terraformation events, community outreach, and public relations efforts.</li><li><b>Project Identification:</b> Identify opportunities for new restoration initiatives across Hawaiʻi.</li></ul><h3>Minimum Qualifications</h3><ul><li>5+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, or business development.</li><li>Proven track record in sales strategies, marketing campaigns, and lead generation.</li><li>Demonstrated experience working with large trusts, foundations, donors, and/or investors.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications </h3><ul><li>Skilled in grant writing, securing RFPs, and navigating government funding opportunities.</li><li>Confident and effective public speaker, comfortable with diverse audiences.</li><li>Knowledge of forestry, biodiversity, and/or ecosystem restoration techniques.</li></ul><br><div><b style="font-size:16px;">About Terraformation</b></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Terraformation is committed to addressing climate change through the power of native forest restoration. Our portfolio of high-quality projects is designed to restore forests that will remove high quantities of carbon, renew ecosystems, enhance biodiversity, and create sustainable long-term community income and benefits. Our project teams have planted over one million biodiverse and native trees, stored 131 million seeds, supported 19 forestry projects, and created over 700 jobs through reforestation efforts worldwide. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Our innovative approach not only equips local forestry teams with training, technology, and access to capital, but also empowers businesses to be a part of the solution to climate change. By investing in our projects, businesses can directly address climate change, offset carbon emissions, meet net zero commitments, and enhance corporate sustainability initiatives. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Terraformation’s mission-driven global team, which includes experts in forest science, carbon markets, operations management, and business development, demonstrates how diverse backgrounds drive innovation and create significant impact.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Learn more at </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="http://terraformation.com">terraformation.com</a></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">We are an equal-opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where relevant.</span></div>

Climate Impact Coordinator

<div><b style="font-size:18px;">Job Mission</b></div><div><br></div><div>As the Head of Restoration, you will empower the success of Terraformation’s ambitious native forest restoration projects worldwide, leading a team of restoration ecology and forestry experts, contractors, and global partners to design and implement biodiversity-focused carbon projects throughout Africa, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. This cross-functional role will work closely with leaders across teams at Terraformation to build the capacity of on-the-ground project implementer partners, uphold best practices to scale up positive biodiversity impacts and ensure projects are supported from planning through implementation and monitoring.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Location</b>:  Remote; United States preferred (UTC +/-6)</div><div><br></div><div><b>Salary</b>: $110,000 - $150,000, plus equity (depending on location and experience)</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Responsibilities</b></div><div><br></div><div><b>Lead technical design for successful, biodiversity-focused restoration projects</b></div><div>  •   Manage the Restoration Team of experts in Colombia, Italy, the UK, and the US</div><div>  •   Ensure successful restoration outcomes of a portfolio of projects by coordinating and overseeing the Restoration Team’s:</div><div>Evaluations of early-stage partners’ capacities and needs</div><div>  •   Streamlined delivery of a comprehensive restoration training/support program for numerous partners and regions simultaneously</div><div>  •   Delivering in collaboration with our implementing partners the Project Management Plans of our projects</div><div>  •   Writing of Project Description chapters on biodiversity impacts.</div><div>  •   Support projects in monitoring the results and impacts of forest restoration.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Uphold science-based practices for biodiversity and forest restoration in Terraformation’s Seed to Forest Carbon Accelerator</b></div><div>  •   Ensure consistency and best practices in restoration across projects and countries through the implementation of efficient internal processes</div><div>  •   Lead the development of biodiversity monitoring standards, protocols, and practices, ensuring they meet requirements for carbon verification bodies and investors and for the emerging biodiversity certificate market</div><div>  •   Advocate for and effectively communicate the value of restoration best practices across diverse internal and external stakeholders</div><div><br></div><div><b>Lead and implement a strategy for scaling up the Accelerator</b></div><div>  •   Build a network of strong local experts in our operating countries, and manage local contractors</div><div>  •   Oversee the global strategy of the Regional/National Hub Program, building effective collaborations aligned with local needs and ways of operating</div><div><br></div><div><b>Support the development of strategic partnerships outside the Accelerator</b></div><div>  •   Respond to requests from strategic partners and clients, potentially including contract work on restoration/biodiversity initiatives </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Minimum Qualifications</b></div><div>  •   10+ years of management experience, building and improving processes to lead diverse global teams and execute complex projects</div><div>  •   Experience managing ecosystem restoration projects, as well as on-the-ground experience carrying out biodiversity and restoration practices</div><div>  •   Strong knowledge of principles and practices in wild plant material sourcing to optimize the balance of genetic diversity, sustainable sourcing, and resilience in restoration</div><div>  •   Working knowledge of nursery propagation, field planting practices, and research on seed-based restoration ecology (theory and practice)</div><div>  •   Experience with biodiversity monitoring and evaluation best practices, including knowledge of related indicators, indices, data management, and data analysis</div><div>  •   Ability to manage multiple partners with varying and complex project needs while engaging and tracking effective collaboration and trust with local communities</div><div>  •   Extremely strong communication skills used both internally and externally</div><div>  •   Strong emotional intelligence and ability to act with humility and respect </div><div>  •   Ability to travel internationally, often to remote locations (estimated 25% travel)</div><div>  •   Master’s degree in ecology, restoration, sustainable forestry, or related field </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Preferred Qualifications</b></div><div>  •   Working knowledge of the nature-based carbon market sector (strongly preferred) </div><div>  •   Experience working in multiple countries and ecosystems, including mangroves</div><div>  •   Experience developing and/or working in sustainable agroforestry systems</div><div>  •   Experience with advanced biodiversity monitoring techniques (e.g., bioacoustics, eDNA)</div><div>  •   Proficiency with biodiversity/ecological data analysis in R software </div><div>  •   Experience working with Indigenous peoples and/or local communities</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><br><br><br><div><b>About Terraformation</b></div><div><br></div><div>Terraformation is committed to addressing climate change through the power of native forest restoration. Our portfolio of high-quality projects is designed to restore forests that will remove high quantities of carbon, renew ecosystems, enhance biodiversity, and create sustainable long-term community income and benefits. Our project teams have planted over one million biodiverse and native trees, stored 131 million seeds, supported 19 forestry projects, and created over 700 jobs through reforestation efforts worldwide. </div><div><br></div><div>Our innovative approach not only equips local forestry teams with training, technology, and access to capital, but also empowers businesses to be a part of the solution to climate change. By investing in our projects, businesses can directly address climate change, offset carbon emissions, meet net zero commitments, and enhance corporate sustainability initiatives. </div><div><br></div><div>Terraformation’s mission-driven global team, which includes experts in forest science, carbon markets, operations management, and business development, demonstrates how diverse backgrounds drive innovation and create significant impact.</div><div><br></div><div>Learn more at <a href="http://terraformation.com">terraformation.com</a></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>We are an equal-opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where relevant.</div><div><br></div>

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