Research and Funding Partnerships Manager

Remote, South Africa

Location: Remote Europe / E.Africa preferred (North America selectively)

Organization: Mati Carbon ()

Role Overview

The Research and Funding Partnerships Manager will support global fund-raising strategy, lead high-quality proposal application development, and contribute to high-impact research and advocacy publications that position Mati Carbon as a thought leader in smallholder resilience, food security, and carbon removal. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in agriculture, experience in development finance, and a track record of published research or articles. The role requires technical grant writing expertise for climate, agriculture or carbon markets from identifying aligned funders and grant program windows, crafting compelling applications, and ensuring strong reporting and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Grant Writing and Development Financier Engagement

Identify and pursue funding opportunities from development finance institutions, philanthropic organizations, and government/multi-lateral donors.

Lead the development of technical grant proposals, concept notes, and funding applications to support Mati Carbon initiatives.

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