Public Fund Manager

About us

We are a European scale-up dedicated to developing cutting-edge, automated wind-assisted propulsion systems. Our goal is to provide a turnkey solution for shipowners and shipping companies who seek to reduce fuel costs and emissions. Our vision is simple yet ambitious – we aim to power the world with wind.

Imagine a world where the vast oceans are effortlessly traversed using the clean and boundless power of the wind. At bound4blue, we are turning this dream into reality. We're not just creating wind propulsion systems but revolutionizing the maritime industry, one sustainable voyage at a time. While bringing sails back to ships may seem challenging, we are more than prepared for it. We are innovators who understand the perfect harmony between nature and technology.

About the role

We are looking for a Public Fund Manager who will be responsible for maximizing our business's growth through national and international public grants.
This role is crucial in identifying funding opportunities and ensuring effective management of grant applications and justifications. You will work closely with all departments to find and implement financial efficiencies through grants and public collaborations.

Your ability to navigate public funding mechanisms will directly impact our growth and innovation trajectory.

Responsabilities

• Oversee the justification process for various funding lines (regional, national, and European public subsidies), working with the financial department (purchasing and accounting) for economic preparation, and with the engineering team (project managers, mechanical-structural, and control departments) for project planning and milestone tracking.
• Prepare technical and management reports required for funding justifications, with support from the technical team as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for applying tax deductions related to R&D&I activities.
• Coordinate and manage the dissemination tasks for each project, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
• Maintain efficient and effective communication with public organizations that fund our projects, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific discipline, such as engineering.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, project budgeting, and financial models.
• Minimum of 5 years in a similar role, specifically with experience in project justification for organizations such as CDTI (e.g., "Misiones Ciencia e Innovación"), the Ministry of Science and Innovation, and the European Union (Framework Program/Horizon, R&D&I projects).
• High proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), document management tools, and file processing tools such as Adobe Acrobat.
• Creative, highly organized, and adaptable to an innovative environment. Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively. Proactive, team-oriented, and capable of leading projects autonomously.
• Native or full professional proficiency in Spanish, with proven proficiency in English.

What awaits you

• Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the growth and innovation of our company by securing essential public funding, allowing us to continue pioneering in the maritime industry.
• Innovative Environment: Join a dynamic team where creativity and forward-thinking are encouraged. You’ll have the opportunity to influence processes and drive improvements in a rapidly evolving field.
• Global Collaboration, Local Team: Work closely with a passionate, international team while engaging with public organizations and stakeholders across the globe, fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusivity.