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 transition to a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level. We support around 700 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
As a Grants Officer, you will be part of the Grants Management team and report to the Grants Operations Manager. You will support various ECF programmes with their strategic grantmaking and ensuring their effectiveness. You will ensure consistency of approach and compliance with the internal processes and serve as the liaison between the programmatic work, the Grantee partners, and other ECF central services teams, like the Legal, Risk & Compliance and Finance teams.
Key responsibilities
You will support programmes with their daily grant making activities:
- Carry-out due diligence reviews on new and existing grantees.
- Generate and monitor grant requests in FLUXX, ECF’s grant management system.
- Monitor budget and follow-up the grant contracting stage.
- Support the country teams as well as the programmatic teams with their regranting budget planning and ensure reconciliation between planning budgets and the FLUXX system.
- Provide support to Grantee partners throughout the grant life cycle.
- Support with the administrative and financial review of grant reporting.
- Handle grant payments in close relation with the Finance team
- Monitor grant closing activities.
- Support teams with usage of core systems and tools.
- Other related administrative tasks related to the grant management process.
Experience and competencies
- You have 3-4 years of experience in an administrative and financial role.
- You pride yourself in delivering high quality output within ambitious timeframes.
- You like to engage with various stakeholders, and you have a customer-oriented approach.
- You possess excellent collaborative skills, understanding the importance and value of teamwork, and you are also comfortable working autonomously.
- You have some experience in budget oversight and planning.
- You have strong communication skills, with an excellent command of English enabling you to effectively interact with diverse teams and stakeholders. Knowledge of other languages is considered a strong added value.
- You are computer literate with a good knowledge of MS Office and excellent knowledge of Excel.
- You are comfortable working with new software.
- Above all, you have a friendly and open personality.
- You have a genuine interest in the ECF’s mission and values.
What we offer
- The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, purpose-driven, international team 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.
- A fixed-term contract for 6mos, full-time.
- Possibility to work remotely up to 4 days/week
Location
Brussels, Belgium or The Hague, Netherlands.
Candidates need to be in possession of a work permit for the work location.
Start Date
As soon as possible.
How to apply
The deadline for applications is 30th October 2026 at 17:00 CEST.
Applicants are encouraged to upload their CV and motivation letter as one combined document.
All applications will be treated confidentially. We will store your information in our internal database unless you specifically request otherwise.
Grants Officer (6 Month Maternity Cover) in London employer: European Climate Foundation
The European Climate Foundation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in strategic communications while contributing to impactful climate initiatives. The hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals looking to make a difference.
Contact Details:
European Climate Foundation Recruitment Team
