🌱 Climate VC & Deal Share Fellowship (Volunteer)

We are seeking a Climate VC & Deal Share Fellowship (Volunteer) to join our team. As a Climate VC & Deal Share Fellow, you will be responsible for supporting the Climate Venture Capital team in sourcing, evaluating, and due diligence of climate-focused startups. You will also be responsible for sharing knowledge and best practices with the broader Climate Venture Capital team and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for climate change and a keen interest in venture capital and startup ecosystems. You will be working closely with the Climate Venture Capital team to identify and evaluate climate-focused startups, and to develop and implement strategies to support their growth and success. This is a unique opportunity to work with a leading climate-focused venture capital firm and to contribute to the development of a more sustainable and equitable future.

This role helps accelerate climate solutions globally by spotlighting climate innovators and strengthening the investor ecosystem, directly contributing to the organization's mission of connecting founders, investors, and experts.

Requirements:
- Strong passion for climate change and a keen interest in venture capital and startup ecosystems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to think creatively and outside the box.
- Strong knowledge of climate change and its impacts.
- Strong knowledge of venture capital and startup ecosystems.
- Strong network of contacts in the climate and startup communities.
- Ability to travel occasionally.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
- Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.
- Strong proficiency in project management tools.
- Strong proficiency in communication and collaboration tools.

While this is an unpaid volunteer position, benefits include:

• Direct access to founders, investors, and global climate leaders
• Personal brand visibility through hosting and public-facing work
• Skill-building in deal flow, scouting, community building, and pitch facilitation
• Leadership opportunities across 4WARD's engagement ecosystem
• Flexible hours and global collaboration

4WARD.earth is building the world's largest climate collaboration network, connecting founders, investors, and experts to accelerate climate solutions through initiatives like the Deal Share program and Startup Tank pitch sessions.