Translate organizational priorities into effective execution, strengthening systems and processes, and supporting the timely delivery of Impact initiatives.
Description
Deputy Director, Impact Operations
About Carbon Mapper
Carbon Mapper is a non-profit organization based in Pasadena, CA with the mission to drive greenhouse gas emission reductions by making methane and carbon dioxide data accessible and actionable. We leverage remote sensing technology to detect, pinpoint, and quantify methane and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions at the scale of individual facilities. All our methane and CO2 data is made publicly available for non-commercial use on our Carbon Mapper Data Portal to provide decisionmakers with the information they need to prioritize and take mitigation action.
Carbon Mapper also works with stakeholders and decision makers to fill data gaps, lead on cutting edge science, collaborate to drive reductions, and advance education and insights on emissions globally. To do this, we work with partners to leverage a constellation of satellites. Data from these satellites will offer the next major step in scaling up the organization's robust data portal featuring thousands of direct observations of global methane and CO2 super-emitters.
To learn more about Carbon Mapper, please visit us at https://carbonmapper.org.
To view our data, please visit us at https://data.carbonmapper.org.
About The Role
The Deputy Director of Impact Operations serves as an operational leader and strategic partner to the Director of Impact. This internally focused role is responsible for translating organizational priorities into effective execution, strengthening systems and processes, and supporting the timely delivery of impact initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Impact Operations and Execution
- Translate Impact team priorities into clear operational plans, timelines, and resource assumptions across workstreams.
- 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.
Program, Process, and People Management
- Develop and maintain program management frameworks, processes, and protocols for the Impact team.
- Provide portfolio-level program management oversight across workstreams, 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, in alignment with strategic direction set by the Director of Impact.
Systems, Metrics, and Reporting
- 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.
Cross-Functional and Grant Coordination
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Must-Have Skills & Experience:
· 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.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
· Experience in climate, environmental policy, or data-focused organizations.
· Experience working in nonprofit, startup, or scaling environments.
· Familiarity with planning and performance frameworks such as OKRs, theories of change, or results-based management.
· Experience supporting grant-funded programs, including reporting and compliance requirements.
· Experience working across technical and non-technical teams (e.g., science, engineering, policy, communications).
· Ability to operate in evolving environments and support clarity in processes and priorities.
Location
Carbon Mapper is headquartered in Pasadena, California, but we embrace the virtual office and are continuing to grow our team across the United States.
Compensation
The total compensation for this opportunity includes a base salary range of $150,000 – $180,000/year. This is our target compensation range and is subject to multiple factors including level, experience, and location. As you go through our interview process, our recruiter will work with you to identify a competitive base salary within the proposed range.
Benefits
As a Carbon Mapper employee, you will have access to a wide range of benefits including affordable health coverage (medical, dental, vision), a generous time-off policy, professional development, and more.
To apply, please visit us at https://carbonmapper.org/about/careers
Carbon Mapper is an equal opportunity employer that believes a diverse team will not just lead to a better
working environment, but will also help us create better products and services.
Carbon Mapper is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If any reasonable
accommodation is needed in our process, please reach out to [email protected].