Deputy Director, Impact Operations Deputy Director, Impact Operations Carbon Mapper Hybrid · Re

Carbon Mapper is a non‑profit organization based in Pasadena, CA, focused on driving greenhouse gas emission reductions by making methane and carbon dioxide data accessible and actionable. We rely on remote sensing to detect, quantify, and publish emissions data at the level of individual facilities and across the globe.

We provide an open data portal where all methane and CO₂ data are made publicly available for non‑commercial use to help decision‑makers prioritize and implement mitigation actions.

The Deputy Director of Impact Operations is an internal operational leader and strategic partner to the Director of Impact. This role translates organizational priorities into actionable plans, strengthens systems and processes, and supports the timely delivery of impact initiatives.

• Translate Impact team priorities into clear operational plans, timelines, and resource assumptions across work streams.
• Manage annual planning, prioritization, and progress review processes to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational goals.
• Oversee the operational execution of in‑person meetings and workshops, in coordination with administrative support.
• Manage vendor relationships and support procurement and contract processes in collaboration with the Business team.
• Partner with the Director of Impact on hiring plans, onboarding, budget tracking, and capacity planning.

• Develop and maintain program‑management frameworks, processes, and protocols for the Impact team.
• Provide portfolio‑level program management oversight across work streams, supporting consistent planning, execution, and reporting.
• Identify and manage cross‑program risks, dependencies, and sequencing considerations, and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Support coordination with cross‑functional teams, including Science and Engineering, to align timelines, deliverables, and dependencies.
• Provide direct management and operational support to Impact sector teams, including day‑to‑day coordination and performance management, aligned with strategic direction set by the Director of Impact.

• Manage systems and databases related to Impact activities, including CRM and tracking tools for partnerships, engagements, and outcomes.
• Lead the development and maintenance of metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.
• Translate program and operational data into insights to support decision‑making, reporting, and organizational learning.
• Partner with Impact leadership to ensure metrics and reporting align with strategic priorities and intended outcomes.

• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and dependencies across teams to support effective execution of Impact priorities.
• Support grant proposal development and coordinate reporting processes, including tracking metrics and ensuring timely delivery of funder requirements.

• 5+ years of experience in operations, program management, or related roles with increasing responsibility.
• Experience managing complex, multi‑workstream programs in cross‑functional environments.
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategic priorities into operational plans, timelines, and resource needs.
• Strong program and project management skills, including prioritization, risk identification, and coordination across dependencies.
• Experience developing and improving operational processes, systems, and workflows.
• Familiarity with systems such as CRM platforms, dashboards, or tracking and reporting tools.
• Experience developing and using metrics, dashboards, or reporting frameworks.
• Strong collaboration skills and experience working with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience managing or supporting staff, contractors, or project teams.
• Interest in mission‑driven work, including climate, environmental, or public‑interest initiatives.

• Experience in climate, environmental policy, or data‑focused organizations.
• Experience working in nonprofit, startup, or scaling environments.
• Familiarity with planning and…