Senior Carbon Project Developer

Senior Carbon Project Developer

Anthesis Group

Netherlands

Summary of Role

Our Carbon Project Development Team leads the development and delivery of carbon offset projects in diverse sectors, including renewable energy, waste management, agriculture, forestry, and Nature-Based Solutions. We support project owners and partners throughout the full project lifecycle - from early-stage design through to credit issuance under international carbon standards.

As a Senior Carbon Project Developer, you’ll join a passionate and multidisciplinary team. You'll contribute to high-impact projects and have opportunities to grow your expertise while working in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll play a key role in supporting and advancing our carbon project portfolio. Your work will involve:

Developing and Managing Projects

• Designing carbon feasibility studies and developing Project Design Documents (PDDs);
• Assessing emissions baselines and conducting surveys;
• Supporting validation, monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) processes under standards like Verra’s VCS and Gold Standard;
• Participating in site visits, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery activities across locations;
• Scheduling quality reviews, coordinating deliverables, and supporting project certification;
• Sourcing and evaluating new project opportunities in collaboration with internal and external partners;
• Preparing documentation, technical assessments, and financial projections.

Collaborating and Connecting

• Engaging with project owners, clients, verification bodies, and other partners;
• Supporting a culture of knowledge-sharing and collaboration across teams;
• Building and maintaining networks with verification bodies, standard organizations, and technology providers;
• Representing Anthesis at events and sharing insights with peers and partners.

Growing and Sharing Expertise

• Staying informed on international carbon markets and policy developments;
• Deepening your knowledge in thematic areas such as Nature-Based Solutions or methane reduction;
• Sharing learnings with colleagues to strengthen the team’s collective expertise.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Key Requirements

We welcome a variety of backgrounds and experiences. You may be a great fit for this role if:

• You hold a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree (e.g., in applied sciences, environmental engineering, or a related field);
• You have at least 3 years of relevant experience in carbon project development, ideally including drafting PDDs and overseeing MRV cycles;
• You enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture;
• You’re eager to keep learning and open to tackling new challenges;
• You’re comfortable working in dynamic settings, with the ability to adapt quickly and think creatively;
• You communicate clearly in English (Dutch and other languages are a plus);
• You have strong time management and organizational skills;
• You’re interested in creating real-world impact and helping others do the same.