About the European Climate Foundation

The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the

climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and

global level.

We support over 1000 partner organisations to carry out activities that drive urgent and ambitious policy

in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement, contribute to the public debate on climate action and

help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero economy and sustainable society in Europe and

around the world.

The ECF brings together diverse perspectives and backgrounds to find the best innovative solutions to

tackle climate change. We are focusing on engaging and hiring great people from a wide diversity of

backgrounds to strengthen the cause. If you share our values of respect, innovation, and collaboration,

join us.

About the role

The European Climate Foundation’s (ECF) Strategic Partnerships team builds strong funding partnerships to power ECF’s impact.

The Strategic Partnerships (SP) team is looking for a temporary fundraising data and administrative officer to support the work of the team and the wider organisation with some short- and mid-term projects. The successful applicant will have the ability to coordinate internal processes, support information-sharing between internal stakeholders, and ensure excellent record-keeping in both databases and file storage systems.

Key responsibilities

The Administrative & Data Officer will:

• Coordinate the review and signature of funding agreements with ECF’s funding partners according to an agreed process, collaborating with SP, programme, compliance and finance colleagues;
• Help with SP’s record-keeping and document storage, including by reviewing and cleaning existing database records and digital storage;
• Ensure communication with internal stakeholders including Strategic Partnerships and programmatic colleagues regarding new funding agreements;
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping of relevant fundraising and stewardship information in an internal database;
• Provide support with the management and presentation of fundraising and income data;
• Provide support ad hoc support as needed in the implementation of the ECF’s engagement plan towards donors (eg funding proposals and reports).

Experience and competencies

• A genuine interest in the mission and values of the ECF;
• 2+ years’ experience in an administrative role or data management (databases, Salesforce is a plus)
• Experience in using fundraising CRMs is a plus
• Highly organized, attention to detail, ability to set priorities and complete tasks in a timely manner, and to ensure effective communication with different stakeholders;
• Pro-active, flexible, and a strong sense of responsibility;
• A team player, but also able to work independently;
• Excellent written English is mandatory

What we offer

• The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, small group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work;
• A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself;
• 6-month contract

Location

Paris preferred

Start date

As soon as possible

Diversity statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We strongly encourage candidates from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds to apply.