Job Description

The Role

We are hiring a Technical Advisor for APAC to play a strong leadership role in the technical assessment, development and implementation of opportunities across the region and to work with other leaders in the global NBS team to ensure the successful implementation of a balanced portfolio that is robust from economic environmental and societal perspectives. What's the role?
Nature Based Solutions (NBS) comprise all activities related to the protection of or (re-) development of natural ecosystems resulting in enhanced natural carbon sequestration, and the marketing, trading and sale of resulting carbon credits and other services and products. Shell is making a significant commitment NBS, rooted in the scientific evidence that points to the significant near-term role nature can play in fighting climate change and the additional benefits that investment in nature can generate.
Strategically, NBS can (1) complement the delivery of Shell’s Net Carbon Footprint ambition and thus has a role to play in Shell thriving through the energy transition, (2) be a credible option to allow us to address the CO2 footprint of the consumption of the energy products we sell together with our customers, and (3) be an attractive investment in carbon sequestration at a time when the world is becoming increasingly carbon-constrained. To achieve this, Shell is driving voluntary and compliance demand development for high-integrity nature-based carbon credits, developing a large and competitive supply portfolio to serve our customers, and contributing to a supportive societal and policy context for NBS.
The role is an opportunity to join NBS in Shell at the shaping stage, not just in Shell but also in the broader societal and corporate space. More specific responsibilities include:

• Work with and support NBS Technical Advisor APAC and relevant business development teams on the implementation of the APAC NBS business development strategy including:
• Support the origination and development of business opportunities and/or third parties projects that generate carbon credits from nature, together with commercial team members
• Support the technical assessment of potential NBS project/program opportunities across APAC (including implementation planning, environmental and social considerations, and carbon potential); ,
• Support the start-up and ongoing implementation of projects in collaboration with respective project partners and NBS team members. Including advising on project activity and budget planning, project management and implementation and ongoing monitoring and reporting to ensure projects are implemented efficiently and to the highest integrity standards.
• Support and provide technical input and peer review for NBS projects in other regions as required
• Support engagements with governments, regulators and other counterparties in order to secure and sustain long-term development opportunities.

What we need from you?

• 5+ years of experience and expertise in the design and implementation of natural resource management projects, gained within the conservation, environmental protection, commercial forestry or agroforestry sectors, together with corresponding commercial or academic qualifications or credentials. Direct experience of NBS carbon projects, and/or carbon accounting, is desirable but not essential.
• A solid practical understanding of the land use/forestry sector across Asia Pacific, and direct experience of issues and practices that relate to the successful implementation of land-use/forest management projects.
• Strong relationship management skills and ability to gain trust and credibility quickly with a large number of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work with key Shell business colleagues and become an integral part of virtual teams
• An attention to detail, ensuring development of and adherence to robust systems that withstand external scrutiny
• An entrepreneurial, flexible, hands-on, can-do approach, with a willingness to step in and support a range of activities as the NBS business grows
• Demonstrable passion for nature and a solution-oriented interest in the energy transition
• Strong communication and presentation skills

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Shell is one the largest foreign investors in Singapore and began operations in 1891. Today, we have more than 3,200 employees in Singapore alone. The Pulau Bukom Manufacturing Site today is the largest Shell refinery in the world in terms of crude distillation capacity, which makes Singapore a key regional supply and trading centre for Shell in the East. Singapore is the largest petrochemical production and export centre in the Asia Pacific region. Shell Jurong Island (SJI) manufactures petrochemicals to meet the fast-growing demand for these products in the region. We also have one of the largest single-branded retail networks in Singapore, providing customers with a wide range of quality products and services. When you join Shell in Singapore, you can count on our commitment to help you thrive and propel your career by means of our industry-leading development programme and our available and unrivalled pool of local and global experts. Our numerous global and local skill pools as well as our diversity are key to our success and continuing innovation. An innovative place to work There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change. Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently. An inclusive place to work To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice. We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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