Inplanet Foundation Manager | English + Portuguese | Hybrid Within Brazil

About InPlanetWe are an impact-driven, remote-first, ClimateTech (CDR) startup headquartered in Germany and Brazil to reverse climate change and make tropical agriculture more regenerative, low-carbon, and sustainable. We focus on Enhanced Rock Weathering in tropical agriculture, specifically in Brazil, to create a liveable planet for future generations and to regenerate soils and ecosystems, grow nutritious food, and increase food security and sovereignty in the tropics.People-first, Performance Culture: We believe that focus on people and performance can co-exist with the right cultural vision. Our philosophy blends these two essential components. The Rocket symbolizes our commitment to peak performance, excellence, and reaching new heights. The Heart represents our dedication to our people, fostering empathy, compassion, and genuine care for every team member's well-being.We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are proud to have an internationally growing team, designing our people practices to serve psychological safety, belonging, and authenticity.You can check out independent reviews by other candidates on Glassdoor to see how people find interviewing with us.About the RoleAt InPlanet, we are dedicated to supporting our communities in Brazil and beyond. We are excited to launch the InPlanet Foundation—a new initiative aimed at making a meaningful impact in the lives of those most affected by climate change. We are looking for a Foundation Manager who will lead the charge in creating and shaping this vital effort from the ground up. If you thrive on solving complex challenges and are passionate about making a real difference, we want to hear from you! Initiatives can range from supporting those impacted by natural disasters to enabling women in sustainable agriculture, DEI, or education and innovation around climate change.The Impact You Can MakeIn this role, you will have a direct impact on the lives of individuals and communities affected by climate change. You will take this initiative from concept to reality, identifying effective ways to respond to crises, support rebuilding efforts, and prepare communities for the future. Your decisions will help us move closer to a more resilient world as you develop strategic programs, oversee their implementation, and lead the Foundation's fundraising efforts.We are looking for a passionate leader with a strategic mindset, adaptability, and the ability to excel in a dynamic environment where innovative solutions are being developed.Core Working RelationshipsAs the Foundation Manager, you will collaborate closely with InPlanet's Founders and the wider leadership team to ensure that the foundation's mission aligns with our broader organizational goals. You will nurture relationships with local governments, NGOs, and community leaders to ensure our programs address the real needs of the affected communities. Additionally, you will partner with finance and operations teams to manage budgets responsibly and ensure transparency in resource allocation. Through these collaborative relationships, you will drive the foundation's success and make a lasting impact.Key ResponsibilitiesCore Skills & ExperienceStrategic Planning: Craft a flexible strategy that aligns with our evolving mission.Program Management: Experience designing and implementing impactful social and CSR programs from scratch, ensuring alignment with overarching goals.Fundraising & Development: Lead fundraising campaigns, write compelling grant proposals, and build strong donor relationships to secure necessary resources.Partnership Building: Foster strong relationships with NGOs, governments, and community groups for collaborative initiatives.Financial Oversight: Manage budgets efficiently, transparently, and with maximum impact.Monitoring & Evaluation: Set up systems to measure program success and use data to improve outcomes.Incorporation and Administration: Incorporate and administer the Foundation, ensuring all organizational processes are running smoothly.Key Qualities (Trust + Drive + Impact)Self-Starter: Hands-on attitude and initiative to get things moving.Mission-Driven: Deep care for helping communities and making a lasting impact.Collaborative Leader: Ability to build and inspire a team, fostering a culture of openness and shared purpose.Problem Solver: Resourceful and creative, always looking for new ways to overcome challenges.Bonus PointsExperience in CSR, social impact, humanitarian aid, or related fields.Familiarity with climate change-related issues.Background in grant writing, corporate partnerships, or nonprofit fundraising.Previous experience starting or scaling a nonprofit initiative.A strong network in the nonprofit or social impact sectors.You can be a Rock-Star if you haveDeep care for people and the planet, driven by making a positive impact.A strategic thinker who knows how to execute and get things done.Experience leading teams, building partnerships, and managing impactful programs.Comfort with fundraising and relationship building.Excellent communication skills and comfort being the public face of a mission-driven company.Living Our ValuesAt InPlanet, we have a big vision of solving climate change, and we seek individuals who are genuinely passionate about making a positive difference in Carbon Removal Solutions. Trust guides our actions, drive fuels our efforts, and impact is our goal.Trust: Kindness and transparency in the workplace, fostering collaboration.Drive: An innate drive to take action with urgency.Impact: Commitment to making a meaningful difference in the world.BenefitsSalary expectations discussed openly in the first interview.Home Office BudgetHybrid/Remote: Flexibility with periodic travel/on-site expectation within Sao Paulo & Brazil.Language Programme Monthly Allowance34+ days annual leaveOpportunity to be autonomous and make a significant difference.Occasional off-sites in Brazil.Laptop to fuel productivity.InPlanet Compensation PhilosophyOur philosophy revolves around ensuring fair and unbiased compensation and equitable equity pay, coupled with competitive benefits, across all regions where we operate. Our salary range may be wide or undefined initially due to our international presence and globally distributed workforce, utilizing geo ranges to account for varying pay differentials. These ranges are determined by role, level, and location, influenced by factors such as location, skills, experience, training, business requirements, and market dynamics, with potential adjustments aligned with our commitment to fairness and transparency.Application ProcessRoughly 6 hours across 3-6 weeks from CV-screening.Interview with Talent & People Partner or Head of People (values & motivation)Interview with the Hiring Manager (required core skills and competencies)(optional third interview)Challenge with 3+ team members (specific task, preparation needed)Verbal reference check & psychometric profilingOfferHow to ApplySubmit your CV in English, as this is the main language used at InPlanet (unless justified to be in Portuguese).Being an equal opportunities employer is very important to us, and we are committed to ensuring that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race. We design our processes to be fair and equitable, believing in continuous learning.
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