Regulatory and Policy Advisor for Carbon Projects - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a Regulatory and Policy Advisor with expertise in Malawi’s regulatory and policy frameworks related to voluntary carbon markets and land tenure systems. The role supports a groundbreaking smallholder afforestation project, spanning 20,000+ hectares of marginal land in Central and Northern Malawi.

In Short

• Role: Regulatory and Policy Advisor for Carbon Projects – Malawi
• Key Responsibilities include assessing current regulatory frameworks and risks.
• Provide guidance on voluntary carbon market transactions in Malawi.
• Confirm customary land tenure processes and associated risks.
• Assist in navigating approval processes if needed.
• Extensive experience in regulatory and policy analysis required.
• Familiarity with land tenure systems in Malawi is essential.
• Strong understanding of climate-related projects and carbon credit markets.
• Contracting period approximately 6 weeks with possibility of extension.
• Remote position with an ASAP start date.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in regulatory and policy analysis related to voluntary carbon markets in Africa, particularly Malawi.
• Familiarity with land tenure systems, including customary and statutory land rights in Malawi.
• Demonstrated ability to provide concise, actionable guidance to stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of climate-related projects, carbon credit markets, and the intersection of policy and implementation.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on impactful climate-related projects.
• Flexible remote working environment.
• Engagement with experienced professionals in the field.
• Potential for contract extension based on project needs.