Public Funding Manager, Europe (UK, EU, France)

The Nature Conservancy; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Public Funding Manager in London. This critical role involves developing funding proposals to support impactful conservation projects across Europe and globally. The ideal candidate will have expertise in public sector funding processes, excellent writing and project management skills, and a desire to promote nature and climate goals.

Benefits

Competitive benefits including health and wellness programs

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience or equivalent in managing public partnerships.
• Experience in writing and editing public funding proposals.
• Good understanding of budgets related to grant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Manage development and submission of project proposal applications to European funding agencies.
• Develop strategic partnerships with funding organizations.
• Track public funding opportunities and advise colleagues on submissions.

Skills

Writing

Research

Project Management

Client Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant qualification

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Public Funding Manager, Europe (UK, EU, France), London

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Client:

The Nature Conservancy

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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OFFICE LOCATION

UK, London

WHO WE ARE

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which include Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our or on .

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Public Funding Manager will play an instrumental role within a dynamic team of professionals working together to deliver public funding needed for highly impactful conservation projects around the world that benefit people, nature and climate goals, including across Africa, Latin America, Asia Pacific and the Caribbean.

The Public Funding Manager is primarily responsible for managing the development and submission of high-quality project proposal applications to European public funding agencies that support TNC’s Shared Conservation Agenda programs in Europe and globally. The successful candidate will work with both conservation delivery and policy teams from around the TNC global network to ensure that funding proposals are crafted in a clear and compelling manner, communicate the technical and scientific nature of TNC’s global programs and meet the requirements of European public funders, including for gender equity and social inclusion, financial rigour, and convincing theories of change. Excellent writing, analytical and research skills are essential, as is the ability to collaborate well with diverse teams and deliver through others.

She/he/they will help to develop strategic partnerships with relevant European public funding agencies, conservation organizations, and other partners, to deliver long-lasting results across all TNC’s initiatives, including efforts to tackle climate change; support sustainable food systems; conserve habitats and ecosystems; innovate in financing nature and climate; empower Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities; and ultimately protect lands and waters.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

We seek self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized candidates with experience in developing public partnerships, managing public sector funding processes, and working in business development teams.

The successful candidate will serve as a team lead or member for public funding development projects, requiring experience in drafting technical texts, budgets, theories of change, and log frames. A good understanding of budgets related to grant proposals is necessary. Knowledge of policies and funding priorities of target public funding agencies, including technical requirements and themes like gender equity and social inclusion, safeguarding, and ODA criteria, is essential.

You will manage or establish critical tracking tools such as proposal databases, opportunity pipelines, submission calendars, and project delivery overviews. You will advise colleagues on European public funding opportunities, conducting research to stay updated on trends and developments.

Prioritizing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and synthesizing information into convincing reports are key skills. Building internal networks, facilitating cross-team collaboration, and communicating sensitively with diverse colleagues and partners are also important.

This role offers opportunities to deepen knowledge of conservation trends and to visit on-ground projects. Understanding of TNC’s regional and global programs will develop over time.

This is one of two roles focusing on public sector funding opportunities within Europe, with this position emphasizing the UK, France, and EU institutions. Prior experience in these markets is advantageous. Both roles may support opportunities from other European countries.

If you're passionate about helping people and nature, guided by science, and eager to solve complex problems, apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant qualification and at least 3 years’ experience or equivalent
• Experience in writing, editing, and proofreading public funding proposals for public agencies
• Experience managing complex projects
• Familiarity with European public funding agencies
• Fluency in English
• Experience with client management databases and tracking tools
• Research skills for compiling information into reports
• Ability to communicate effectively with government or corporate stakeholders
• Self-motivated, independent worker

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multilingual skills, especially French reading skills
• Training or coursework in business, sustainability, or fundraising
• Experience coordinating complex projects across teams
• Building networks, facilitating informational sessions, and stakeholder engagement
• Negotiation skills for agreements and contracts
• Knowledge of current trends in public funding
• Experience leading proposal development teams

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, TNC has been working on impactful conservation initiatives worldwide, supported by a diverse team of scientists, staff, and partners. We offer competitive benefits tailored to each country, including health, retirement, life insurance, and wellness programs. We also support flexible work arrangements to promote well-being.