Program Manager-ElectronVibe

This is a remote position.

About Us: Climate Collective Foundation (CCF)

Climate Collective Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting climate tech startups. We work within the climate ecosystem to foster innovation by connecting startups with funders, investors, education, and accelerator programs. Our remote team of 50 members operates collaboratively to drive impactful, sustainable solutions for climate-related challenges.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and closure of program cycles under ElectronVibe and Climate Challenges, ensuring high-quality delivery across workstreams.
  
• Own program workplans, milestones, deliverables, timelines, and budgets (as applicable), with clear governance, cadences, and escalation pathways.
  
• Manage and strengthen relationships with utilities, corporates, startups, funders, and ecosystem partners to ensure alignment on objectives and roles.
  
• Serve as the primary coordination point for partners and internal teams, ensuring seamless execution and timely decision-making.
  
• Lead startup pipeline management including outreach, screening, evaluation coordination, onboarding, and sustained engagement through the program lifecycle.
  
• Enable startup-to-partner outcomes by facilitating problem definition, access to stakeholders, business case development, and pilot readiness support.
  
• Implement and maintain robust tracking systems (KPIs, dashboards, risk/issue logs, documentation) to monitor progress, outcomes, and impact.
  
• Produce high-quality reports and updates for leadership and external stakeholders, synthesising insights, learnings, and recommendations.
  
• Analyse program data and stakeholder feedback to identify bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement in program design and operations.
  
• Work on applied research and contribute to knowledge products for the power sector and industrial decarbonisation themes (e.g., playbooks, briefs, case studies, toolkits), synthesising insights from pilots, stakeholder consultations, and secondary research to inform program design and ecosystem engagement.
  
• Coordinate development of sector-relevant assets (problem statements, solution maps, taxonomies, technical notes, and learning agendas) to strengthen the ElectronVibe and Climate Challenges knowledge base and support partner decision-making.
  
• Manage, mentor, and review the work of program associates/junior team members, ensuring clear delegation, capability building, and output quality.
  
• Coordinate cross-functionally with partnerships, communications, operations teams to maintain alignment and deliver on shared targets.
  
• Contribute to strategy and growth initiatives (concept notes, proposals, partner packages, thematic roadmaps) as required to scale program impact.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• 8–12 years of experience in program/project management, innovation programs, or ecosystem-led initiatives
  
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
  
• Experience working with startups, corporates, utilities, or ecosystem partners
  
• Exposure to climate, energy, sustainability, or related sectors preferred
  
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills
  
• Experience managing timelines, KPIs, reporting, and program delivery
  
• Prior experience mentoring or managing junior team members
  

Skills Required

• Strategic planning and program execution
  
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Effective communication and presentation skills
  
• Project tracking, reporting, and documentation
  
• Leadership, team management, and mentoring                    
  

Reporting Matrix

The Program Manager – ElectronVibe will report to the Partner.

Location

Remote. The role is entirely remote, and candidates from any location are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

At Climate Collective Foundation (CCF), we value our team members and provide an environment that fosters professional growth and personal well-being.

• Work Flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of working remotely, allowing you to manage your work-life balance effectively while contributing to meaningful climate solutions.
  
• Professional Growth: Be part of a dynamic, rapidly growing organization that is shaping the future of climate innovation. As CCF expands, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career, take on new challenges, and make a real impact.
  
• Collaborative Team Environment: Join a team of passionate, dedicated professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. At CCF, your contributions will be recognized, and your ideas will help shape the organization’s future.
  

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending their updated CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role.  To apply, please visit the application link provided in our job posting and it will direct you to our recruitment portal, where you can upload your CV and complete your application.