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If you’re deeply concerned about climate change and the ongoing destruction of the environment, yet excited about the opportunity to actively work on a meaningful solution, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Tasks:

a) Develop Fundraising Strategies: Design and execute comprehensive fundraising plans to achieve organizational financial objectives.

b) Set Goals: Establish realistic targets and timelines for campaigns and projects to ensure success.

c) Evaluate Performance: Monitor and analyze the outcomes of fundraising initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed for optimal results.

d) Identify Potential Donors: Research and target individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies likely to support the organization.

e) Build Relationships: Develop and nurture long-term connections with donors through personalized communication, meetings, and consistent follow-ups.

f) Acknowledge Contributions: Recognize and thank donors through letters, calls, events, or public acknowledgment to ensure ongoing support.

g) Major Gifts and Sponsorships: Secure significant contributions from high-net-worth individuals or corporate sponsors.

h) Research Grant Opportunities: Identify and evaluate grants from foundations, government programs, and other funding sources.

i) Write grants: Craft compelling grant applications aligned with funders’ requirements and the organization’s mission.

j) Build Awareness: Educate the public about the organization’s mission, goals, and impact to garner support.

k) Foster Partnerships: Develop collaborations

Personal Qualities:

Passionate and Driven: Demonstrates a genuine commitment to environmental sustainability and climate protection.

Goal-oriented: Results-driven and capable of working towards specific fundraising targets and milestones.

Creative: Skilled at developing innovative approaches to engage donors and generate support for climate action projects.

Empathetic and Relational: Excellent interpersonal skills to build meaningful connections with donors and volunteers who are passionate about climate change solutions.

Nice to have:

a) Strategic planning abilities.

b) Knowledge of fundraising laws and regulations, particularly for non-profits.

c) Experience with grant writing and proposal development.

Perks:

Paid Courses and Certifications: Opportunities to enhance skills with relevant certifications.

Access to Trainings and Workshops: Participate in professional development sessions to grow your expertise.

Books and Resources: Gain access to educational materials to deepen your knowledge.

Public Recognition and Endorsements: Receive acknowledgment for your contributions, including LinkedIn recommendations.

Hands-On Work Experience: Collaborate closely with the founder and gain valuable real-world experience.

Education:

a) You have studied fundraising, environmental sciences, communication, marketing, or any other field related to social impact. Alternatively, you have experience engaging companies with business proposals or fundraising activities.

b) Fluency in both German and English.

c) Strong writing and verbal communication skills.

Due to our current funding limitations, we offer a Performance-Based Hiring Model.

Initially, you will join as a volunteer.

a) If you successfully raise over €10,000, you will transition into a paid mini-job position.

b) Raising over €60,000 will guarantee your transition into a full-time position.

c) For funds raised exceeding €500,000, compensation terms, including salary and benefits, will be negotiated.

d) Remote first position

e) Flexible working hours

We are Climate Accountability API, a small non-profit organization based in Berlin. Currently, we are the world’s leading provider of real-time data (APIs) on global warming and atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations. We serve around 80k software applications at no cost. Recently, we were honored to win the national competition for "The E.ON Foundation's European Climate Fund" securing a €10,000 prize. These funds will be used to develop our prototype: a suite of software solutions designed to inform the public about the environmental impact of businesses operating in the European Union. By empowering individuals with this information, we aim to shift resources away from carbon-intensive businesses toward more green alternatives, accelerating the transition to a sustainable future.