WePlanet Job Opportunity As A Grants Officer – Drive Global Environmental Impact with a Leading Science-Based Movement @Drive Global Environmental Impact with a Leading Science-Based Movement

WePlanet Job Summary

• Job Title: Grants Officer
• Job Location: Fully remote (Worldwide applicants welcome)
• Closing Date: 14th June 2026
• Contract: Full-time, 2-year fixed term

About WePlanet

WePlanet is a global movement of citizens and scientists dedicated to defending the science needed to save the planet.

United by the philosophy of ecomodernism, WePlanet believes that human prosperity and planetary restoration can be achieved simultaneously through evidence-based environmental solutions.

The organization campaigns on issues such as clean energy, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity protection, and global development, working closely with scientists, policymakers, and citizens worldwide.

With a presence across Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and North America, WePlanet is expanding its organizational capacity and is seeking a dedicated Grants Officer to support its strategic growth through effective grant management and fundraising.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Portfolio and Relationship Management

• Manage and oversee WePlanet’s grants from trusts, foundations, and institutional funders, ensuring compliance, reporting, and renewal timelines are met.
• Draft compelling proposals, support documents, and progress reports that communicate complex science-based campaigns to funders.

• Maintain strong relationships with mid-tier funders, supporting stewardship and engagement.
• Assist in identifying and researching new funding opportunities to diversify and strengthen the portfolio.
• Collaborate with the digital fundraising team to identify high-net-worth individuals within supporter networks.

Support for Major Proposals

• Partner with senior staff on major foundation and donor proposals, managing research, drafting, and submission processes.
• Lead the development of proposals for smaller and mid-tier foundations, ensuring timely and quality submissions.
• Support operational activities related to major donor stewardship, including meeting preparations and follow-up reports.
• Provide briefing and follow-up support for pitch teams on significant funding opportunities.

Systems and Processes

• Maintain accurate records in WePlanet’s CRM and grant management systems, ensuring data integrity.
• Build and optimize infrastructure within Microsoft environments (Teams, Power BI) to support a growing fundraising function.

• Manage the entire grant reporting and renewal cycle, collaborating across teams to ensure timely and compelling submissions.
• Keep leadership informed on progress toward targets, deadlines, and income goals.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum of two years’ experience in grant writing, trusts, foundations fundraising, or related roles such as bid or policy writing.
• Proven experience working with US, UK, or European foundations, understanding their expectations and reporting standards.
• Excellent English writing skills, with the ability to translate scientific content into clear narratives for funders.

• Strong project management skills, capable of managing multiple deadlines and stakeholder relationships.
• Familiarity with data, budgets, and financial figures for proposals and reporting.
• Competence in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Teams, Office, and Power BI.

• Alignment with WePlanet’s ecomodernist values, including support for evidence-backed technologies such as nuclear power, GMOs, and alternative proteins.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a remote, international team.

Desirable

• Experience in environmental, climate, or international development NGOs.
• Familiarity with CRMs or grant management systems.
• Experience in startup environments or raising seed-stage funding.
• Additional European language skills.

Benefits

• Fully remote, flexible working hours.
• Competitive salary adjusted by location, ranging approximately from €37,760 to €44,840 gross annually.
• Generous paid leave and organization-wide holiday closure.
• Annual professional development budget.
• Opportunities for team meet-ups and retreats.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and complete the application questions

Early applications are advised as the vacancy may close before the deadline if filled.

WePlanet is committed to diversity and inclusion; accommodations are available upon request at work@weplanet.org.

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