Climate Reporting & Development Manager (12 Month -Maternity Cover

Climate Reporting & Development Manager (12 Month
-Maternity Cover)

Starting Date: October/November 2026

Contract type: Fixed term, 12 Months

Location: London (Hybrid)

Better Cotton isseekinga motivated and ambitious

Climate Reporting & Development Managerto further develop the climate reporting and project development activities. This will include building reporting systems to address our member demands, developing scope 3 reduction projects and building new carbon removal markets for Better Cotton farmers.

About the Job

Better Cotton isseekinga motivated and ambitious

Climate Reporting & Development Managerto further develop the climate reporting and project development activities. This will include building reporting systems to address our member demands, developing scope 3 reduction projects and building new carbon removal markets for Better Cotton farmers.

Responsibilities

Reports to:

Director Impact within the Impact and Development function. The Climate Manager has the following responsibilities:

• BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

• Develop and manage a pipeline of corporate clients for carbon reductions and removals projects (e.g. Biochar, Soil Carbon, Verra VM0042, Agricultural reductions).
• Negotiate agreements that balance client expectations with farmer benefits.
• Build partnerships with technical providers and impact investors to expand reach.

• TECHNICAL EXPERTISE AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

• Lead development and implementation of climate reporting frameworks aligned with SBTi, GHG Protocol, and corporate requirements.
• Ensure scientific robustness and credibility of carbon reduction/removal methodologies and standards used in Better Cotton projects.
• Guide internal teams and partners on MRV (measurement, reporting, verification) standards and tools (e.g. Coolfarm Platform).
• Translate complex climate and carbon accounting concepts into practical guidance for Better Cotton, partners and other industry stakeholders.

• IMPACT DELIVERY AND INNOVATION

• Embed climate projects into country operations across Better Cotton certified farmers (ranging from very large farms in Brazil to Smallholders in Mozambique) while safeguarding farmer trust and effective project implementation.
• Align project design with client needs, ensuring measurable and verifiable climate and social outcomes.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Understand the role of Climate in farmer business models and economic considerations in the decision making of cotton farmers.
• Direct and indirect management of staff to support this agenda.

Experience

the following essential, skills, knowledge, and experience:

• University degree, or equivalent higher education qualification, in a relevant field
• 7+ years of experience in managing carbon credit, climate reduction and reporting projects (e.g. carbon footprints, ESG reports and/or LCA studies
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively (in-person and through use of virtual tools) across different teams and cultures, strong relationship building skills and service-oriented attitude
• Commercial track record in brokering project delivery and meeting client expectations
• Proven ability to work autonomously with a high level of personal effectiveness
• Financial skills, particularly building and managing budgets
• Fluent in English– ability to communicate clearly and concisely

What we offer

• Hybrid working – one day a week in the offices central London office
• The opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to one month per year
• Flexible working, with core hours from 10 am to 4 pm local time
• Continuous learning and development
• A generous annual leave package, including paid holiday, public holidays, additional paid days off during the festive season, study and exam days, and extra discretionary leave for life events such as family weddings or moving home
• Enhanced parental benefits
• The opportunity to make your mark and make a difference.

Working arrangements

The position is full-time (40 hours per week) and will be based in London. Better Cotton Initiative offers flexible working, with core hours being 10 am – 4 pm. The position may require limited international travel.

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