Program Manager, Cement & Building Materials

ClimateWorks Foundation

. Drive the Cement & Building Materials team’s strategic priorities and grantmaking portfolio .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management and grantmaking within the climate and building materials sectors, with a strong focus on industrial decarbonization and partnership development. Proven ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders and facilitate effective communication across global teams.

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Program ManagementGrantmaking ExperienceIndustrial DecarbonizationExcellent Communication SkillsResearch and Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Grant ManagementProject ManagementProposal WritingBudget PreparationEvaluation Techniques

Soft Skills

ResourcefulnessGood JudgmentCommitment to ExcellenceCaring AttitudeContinuous Learning

Industry Keywords

Cement IndustryBuilding MaterialsClimate ChangeNon-Profit ExperienceEmerging Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the Cement & Building Materials team’s strategic priorities and grantmaking portfolio
Report to the Director of Cement and Building Materials
Manage the full lifecycle of grants, including scoping, assessment, structuring, and evaluation
Manage grantee relationships, understand needs, facilitate two-way information flow, and receive regular reports
Identify and assess new opportunities across cement and building materials, particularly in emerging markets
Collaborate with peers and other ClimateWorks Foundation teams on grantmaking and cross-cutting strategies
Provide guidance and mentoring to colleagues
Attend relevant events globally
Build and maintain relationships with grantees, re-grantors, funders, academic and industry experts, and other partners
Monitor innovations, decarbonization pathways, and policies, particularly in Africa, India, and Asia
Create knowledge-exchange opportunities through webinars, meetings, blog posts, and other channels
Prepare proposals, documents, briefings, budgets, and communications materials
Ensure knowledge is shared through written communications and online or in-person events
Partner with the Director to shape and execute strategic plans and grantmaking priorities
Identify potential new grantees, vet them, and develop potential grants
Support funder outreach through meetings and proposal writing
Participate in program, Global Industry Hub, and ClimateWorks meetings and retreats
Attend an annual in-town week in San Francisco, an all-staff retreat, and a department retreat

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7 years of experience in program management, grantmaking, or partnership development in climate, industry, or related fields
Strong understanding of industrial decarbonization, particularly in cement and building materials
Knowledge of the cement, concrete, and building industry
Based in a European time zone, specifically BST, CET, or areas with the same time as BST or CET
Ability to work across global time zones, including frequent calls with California and regular calls with India, Africa, and Asia
Availability for international travel of approximately three to four trips per year
Experience managing grants or working with non-profits, foundations, or multilateral initiatives
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including writing for general audiences
Resourcefulness, good judgment, and commitment to excellence, integrity, and continuous learning
Ability to initiate and manage projects and work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
Research and analytical skills to identify and evaluate solutions and innovative ideas
Commitment to the mission and values of the Global Industry Hub, including passion for solving climate change
Caring and generous attitude toward colleagues, grantees, and partners
Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% healthcare coverage plans (medical, dental, and vision)
20 days of paid time off for first-year employees, with incremental paid time off in subsequent years
14 paid holidays annually
Paid sabbatical leave for qualifying employees
401(k) plan with contributions from ClimateWorks and matching employee contributions
Life insurance and disability (short-term and long-term) coverage
Support for families, including fertility, child, elder, and pet care
Physical wellness benefits, such as gym memberships and fitness equipment
Financial wellness benefits, such as financial planning services
Mental wellness benefits, such as therapy and coaching
Multiple opportunities each year for staff to meet in person
Competitive benefits package offered through Pebl, a third-party PEO