Earth Venture Capital (EVC) is a global venture capital firm that seeks to empower digital solutions tackling climate change while having the potential to deliver a significant financial return. Believing that the next generation of unicorns will be climate tech startups, we aim to leverage the power of entrepreneurship to achieve these three climate goals: (1) to abandon petrol and diesel, (2) to store carbon and reduce carbon emission and (3) to switch to renewable energy.
Earth Venture Foundation is looking for a leadership position to accelerate its catalytic support for scientific works as well as the deployment of critical climate technologies. The Head of Earth Venture Foundation reports to the Board of Directors and holds responsibility for the day- to- day operation of the Foundation as well as shaping the future of the organization through vision, values, leadership, and strategy.
Your scope of work
Leadership; Community Engagement and Partnership
Lead the Foundation&039;s strategic planning and establish objectives based on the Foundation&039;s vision, goals, and budget considerations;
Represent the Foundation in the community at large; at public and private events, grantee events, public hearings, panels, and various other engagements in the region, including board service for other community nonprofits or philanthropic organizations.
Maintain a high level of knowledge on issues and regulation applicable to charitable giving (accounting, legal, investment, etc.);
Create and maintain strong relationships with nonprofit organizations and community leaders throughout the region to understand and articulate evolving needs in the region;
Cultivate relationships with existing and prospect donors and lead the fundraising efforts.
Recruit and develop a qualified team, foster open communications and a collaborative spirit;
Grantmaking and Related Activities
Monitor grantee performance by reviewing and summarizing grantee reports, maintaining positive relationships with grantees, following up with grantees as needed to obtain necessary information, providing technical assistance, and engaging in evaluation and problem- solving.
Research and keep abreast of issues, trends, exemplary programs, and best practices in the Foundation&039;s major program areas;
Prepare summaries and make recommendations to the Board concerning grant proposals;
Develop a pipeline of grant- fundable projects, and facilitate the evaluation of grant applications;
Sourcing co- grantor.
Administration
Oversee budgeting, investments, and maintenance of correct and complete records required for the healthy operation of the Foundation;
Manage the day- to- day operations of the Foundation including overseeing grant administration and operations and ensuring compliance with all policies as well as legal and contractual obligations;
Work with the Board to ensure that the Foundation&039;s investments and financial management are effective and appropriately aligned with the Foundation&039;s vision and mission.
