Climate & Environment Full-time

Senior Development Manager

ClimateWorks Foundation

Posted

Jun 03, 2026

Location

USA

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, outcomes, and expenses.
  • Prepare contact reports, funding pipeline reports, and support development events and communications.

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.
  • 10+ years of experience in a fast-paced development/fundraising role.
  • Explicit experience managing a portfolio of high-value individual and institutional funders.
  • Demonstrated success in proposal/grant-writing and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

What's in it for you

ClimateWorks offers an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. For US-based positions: Tier 1 (SF Bay Area/NYC): $130,000-$140,000; Tier 2 (Other US locations): $120,000-$130,000. Geographic differential applied based on location.

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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.