Join Our Team
Build Your Career Creating Nature-Based Solutions to Climate Change
Eden: People+Planet offers meaningful careers for professionals passionate about implementing carbon-eligible landscape restoration through innovative blended finance approaches. Our team members bring diverse skills and backgrounds to this work, united by a commitment to creating systemic change through 40-year partnerships with communities.
Our Culture
At Eden: People+Planet, we’ve cultivated an organizational culture that reflects our commitment to creating sustainable landscape restoration through blended finance. Just as we recognize that personal responsibility combines with systemic solutions, we understand that our internal team environment directly impacts our effectiveness.
Our workplace is characterized by:
Trust and collaboration
We work as teams, partner with communities, and implement solutions together
Integrity and openness
We do the right things and adapt responsibly to changing realities
Learning and growth
We embrace innovation in developing carbon-eligible landscapes
Empowerment and impact
We create lasting change through 40-year commitments to communities
Who We’re Looking For
Eden seeks professionals who align with our mission and bring expertise in carbon project development, blended finance, and community engagement. While specific qualifications vary by role, we value candidates who demonstrate:
- Understanding of carbon markets and nature-based solutions
- Commitment to community-centered approaches in landscape restoration
- Experience with international carbon standards and verification
- Ability to implement blended finance solutions
- Dedication to 40-year landscape commitments
- Appreciation for both scientific rigor and traditional knowledge
- Skills in measuring and verifying carbon impact
Working at Eden
As an organization implementing carbon-eligible landscape restoration, Eden offers opportunities in:
- Active carbon project implementation in Tanzania
- Carbon project development in Kenya, Madagascar, and Zambia
- Technical support and verification roles
- U.S. headquarters in California
Benefits and Support
Eden is committed to supporting our team members as we implement nature-based solutions to climate change. While specific benefits vary by location and role type, our approach includes:
- Competitive compensation aligned with carbon market expertise
- Health insurance and retirement benefits where applicable
- Paid time off and family leave policies
- Carbon project development training
- Connection to global carbon market networks
- Flexible work arrangements where possible
- Regular knowledge-sharing on blended finance innovation
Our Hiring Process
Eden’s hiring process is designed to identify candidates who will thrive in developing and implementing carbon-eligible landscape restoration projects while providing a transparent and respectful experience for all applicants.
- Application Review: Our team reviews submitted applications to identify candidates with relevant carbon project and blended finance experience.
- Initial Screening: Selected candidates participate in a screening conversation to discuss their background and understanding of nature-based solutions.
- In-Depth Interviews: Qualified candidates proceed to comprehensive interviews focusing on technical expertise and community engagement experience.
- Skills Assessment: Depending on the role, candidates may complete practical exercises related to carbon project development or verification.
- Reference Checks: We contact professional references to verify carbon market expertise and collaboration skills.
- Offer Process: Selected candidates receive detailed offers aligned with their experience and role requirements.
⚠️ Job Scammer Alert
Recruitment fraud involves scammers pretending to be Eden: People+Planet to trick candidates into sharing personal information or making payments to secure employment.
Eden: People+Planet values you and your personal and financial data security. We will never ask for payments during the job process or for you to purchase required equipment or software.
To safeguard your job search, please consider the following:
- Verify Job Listings: Check all job openings on our official site https://eden-plus.org/careers. If a listing isn’t there, contact info@eden-plus.org.
- Use Official Channels: Submit personal information only through our official careers portal. Avoid informal platforms like text messages or WhatsApp.
- Genuine Interviews: Post-initial contact interviews will be by someone with an @eden-plus.org or an @compassionatecarbon.com email.
If you suspect recruitment fraud is happening on behalf of Eden: People+Planet, please verify by emailing info@eden-plus.org. If you’re a victim, contact local law enforcement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Eden: People+Planet is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve through carbon-eligible landscape restoration. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
We actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that implementing effective nature-based solutions requires multiple perspectives and expertise.