Climate & Environment Full-time

Senior Development Manager

ClimateWorks Foundation

Posted

Jun 05, 2026

Location

Remote (US)

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$120000 - $140000

Mission

What you will drive

  • Manage development strategy, process, and project management for the Global Industry Hub, including funder stewardship and prospect acquisition.
  • Coordinate with Program and Finance teams to track grant activities, review awards, and report on expenses.
  • Prepare contact reports, pipeline reports, and support budget reporting for development activities.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role accelerates the decarbonization of heavy industry by mobilizing philanthropic capital toward high-impact opportunities in steel, cement, and chemicals, contributing to a net-zero economy.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 10+ years of development/fundraising experience.
  • Proven success in proposal/grant-writing and managing a portfolio of high-value funders.
  • Excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills; experience with fundraising databases (Salesforce a plus).
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; commitment to ClimateWorks' mission and DEI.

Benefits

What's in it for you

ClimateWorks offers an excellent benefits package and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Salary range: Tier 1 (SF Bay Area/NYC) $130,000-$140,000; Tier 2 (Other US locations) $120,000-$130,000. Culture rooted in collaboration, humility, curiosity, learning, and risk-taking; annual in-person gatherings.

About

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ClimateWorks Foundation is a catalyst for accelerating climate progress, connecting funders and implementing organizations worldwide to scale transformative solutions. Since 2008, it has granted over $2 billion to more than 850 grantees across 50 countries.