Location: Remote within the United States Type: Full-time Compensation: $180,000 - $220,000 Reports to: Chief Program Officer<h3>About Prime Coalition</h3>Prime Coalition is a nonprofit public charity that empowers philanthropists to advance untapped climate solutions with speed and scale. Since 2014, we've mobilized over $312M in catalytic capital, partnered with 208+ philanthropic contributors, and built impact-prioritizing investment programs that address critical gaps in climate finance. Our approach has unlocked over $2.2B in external funding to accelerate the commercialization and deployment of transformative climate solutions. Learn more about our catalytic investing strategy and our 2023-2033 strategic vision <a href="https://www.primecoalition.org/research/meeting-the-moment-2023-2033-strategic-vision">here</a> to understand how we're working to change the future of climate finance. <h3>The Opportunity</h3>Prime seeks an experienced investment professional to lead our expanded catalytic capital platform. You'll pioneer this role as we expand from Prime-Built programs to add Prime-Facilitated and Prime-Curated investment opportunities to our platform; sourcing and advancing strategic investments that address the highest and best uses of catalytic capital in climate solutions.As Director, you'll manage our impact-prioritizing portfolio, develop investment strategies, and build partnerships with external fund managers. This position offers significant growth potential as our platform matures. While investment expertise is essential, our focus is achieving climate impact through our Eligibility Criteria rather than maximizing financial returns.<h3>What You Can Expect</h3>Investment Strategy<ul><li>Partner with senior leadership to build an impactful catalytic investment portfolio aligned with Prime's 10-year vision.</li><li>Research market trends to identify capital gaps, craft diversified investment strategies across geographies and asset classes, and provide supporting work for our governing Fund Advisory Committee.</li><li>Collaborate with Trellis Climate and other Prime-built programs to advance climate technology commercialization.</li></ul>Investment Execution<ul><li>Establish protocols for screening, evaluating, structuring, and monitoring catalytic fund investments. </li><li>Lead sourcing and evaluation of Prime-curated opportunities, oversee pre- and post-investment processes, and managing Prime’s team diligence on impact potential and financial additionality. </li><li>Structure investment terms, build portfolio management infrastructure, and ensure comprehensive documentation for financial audits.</li></ul>Field Leadership <ul><li>Represent Prime publicly through speaking engagements and knowledge-sharing initiatives that advance the field of catalytic climate investing.</li></ul>Team Development <ul><li>Supervise and mentor the Catalytic Investing team, promote Prime's core values of humility, tenacity, and care, and foster firm-wide education on catalytic investing principles.</li></ul><h3>We’d Love to Meet You If</h3><ul><li>You bring 10+ years of professional experience with a track record in catalytic investing</li><li>You have a deep understanding of financial markets, investment vehicles, and portfolio management principles</li><li>You possess working knowledge of climate challenges and solutions across mitigation and adaptation</li><li>You're an excellent communicator and project manager who can lead and mentor teams</li><li>You work independently in fast-paced environments while collaborating effectively across functions</li><li>You think creatively and strategically, bringing innovative approaches to complex investment challenges</li><li>You're committed to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion</li><li>You have an intrinsic, driving motivation to mitigate climate change</li></ul>We're especially interested if you also have:<ul><li>Commercial impact investing experience</li><li>Experience investing in funds and pooled vehicles </li></ul><h3>Why You Should Consider Us</h3><ul><li>Pioneer catalytic climate investing. Lead the expansion of our investment platform at a pivotal moment, shaping how philanthropic capital flows to untapped climate solutions.</li><li>Work with purpose and flexibility. Enjoy a fully remote work environment, generous discretionary time off, sabbatical policy, seasonal office closures, professional development support, and a comprehensive wellness program.</li><li>Join a values-driven culture. We foster collaboration over competition, guided by humility, tenacity, and care; prioritizing collective good in service of our climate mission.</li><li>Grow your impact. This role offers advancement potential as our platform matures, with opportunities to shape strategy and expand your impact within the organization.</li><li>Belong to an inclusive team. We're committed to building a diverse workplace where different perspectives strengthen our mission and everyone feels they belong.</li></ul><h3>To Apply</h3>Along with your resume, we'd like to hear why this opportunity resonates with you. In your own words, describe your passion for catalytic climate investing and what draws you to Prime's mission of unlocking philanthropic capital to advance untapped climate solutions. Please keep your response under a page and include it before your resume in one PDF file. Applicants who do not complete this step will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 3. The final deadline to apply is November 26, though priority consideration will be given to early applicants.<h3>Our Commitment To Equity</h3>Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. If this role excites you and you believe you can excel here, we encourage you to apply. We welcome candidates with diverse experiences, including those new to the field, returning after career gaps, or transitioning from related areas. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, Veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. We also acknowledge the value that different life experiences bring to our organization as a workplace, and to our ability to understand and advance our mission. If you have a special need or disability that requires accommodation, please let us know.Direct applications only. We do not accept candidates submitted by staffing agencies or third-party recruiters.

Prime Coalition is a 501(c)(3) public charity that partners with mission-aligned investors to support extraordinary companies that combat climate change, have a high likelihood of achieving commercial success, and would otherwise have a difficult time raising adequate financial support to scale.
We believe that catalytic capital* holds a critical key to unlocking commercial products and services that can help avoid catastrophic climate change. Since Prime&rsquo;s founding in 2014, we&rsquo;ve facilitated charitable investments with over 150 philanthropic partners, most of whom had never used a recoverable grant or program-related investment before and some of whom had never designed an intervention for climate change mitigation. Our goal is to encourage as many mission-aligned individuals and organizations as possible to join our tribe &ndash; 1% of annual grant making from U.S. private foundations or from donor advised funds alone would eclipse traditional venture capital for climate-relevant companies globally.

Director, Catalytic Investing

Location: Remote within the United States Type: Full-time Compensation: $180,000 - $220,000 Reports to: Chief Program Officer<h3>About Prime Coalition</h3>Prime Coalition is a nonprofit public charity that empowers philanthropists to advance untapped climate solutions with speed and scale. Since 2014, we've mobilized over $312M in catalytic capital, partnered with 208+ philanthropic contributors, and built impact-prioritizing investment programs that address critical gaps in climate finance. Our approach has unlocked over $2.2B in external funding to accelerate the commercialization and deployment of transformative climate solutions. Learn more about our catalytic investing strategy and our 2023-2033 strategic vision <a href="https://www.primecoalition.org/research/meeting-the-moment-2023-2033-strategic-vision">here</a> to understand how we're working to change the future of climate finance. <h3>The Opportunity</h3>Prime seeks an experienced investment professional to lead our expanded catalytic capital platform. You'll pioneer this role as we expand from Prime-Built programs to add Prime-Facilitated and Prime-Curated investment opportunities to our platform; sourcing and advancing strategic investments that address the highest and best uses of catalytic capital in climate solutions.As Director, you'll manage our impact-prioritizing portfolio, develop investment strategies, and build partnerships with external fund managers. This position offers significant growth potential as our platform matures. While investment expertise is essential, our focus is achieving climate impact through our Eligibility Criteria rather than maximizing financial returns.<h3>What You Can Expect</h3>Investment Strategy<ul><li>Partner with senior leadership to build an impactful catalytic investment portfolio aligned with Prime's 10-year vision.</li><li>Research market trends to identify capital gaps, craft diversified investment strategies across geographies and asset classes, and provide supporting work for our governing Fund Advisory Committee.</li><li>Collaborate with Trellis Climate and other Prime-built programs to advance climate technology commercialization.</li></ul>Investment Execution<ul><li>Establish protocols for screening, evaluating, structuring, and monitoring catalytic fund investments.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead sourcing and evaluation of Prime-curated opportunities, oversee pre- and post-investment processes, and managing Prime’s team diligence on impact potential and financial additionality.&nbsp;</li><li>Structure investment terms, build portfolio management infrastructure, and ensure comprehensive documentation for financial audits.</li></ul>Field Leadership&nbsp;<ul><li>Represent Prime publicly through speaking engagements and knowledge-sharing initiatives that advance the field of catalytic climate investing.</li></ul>Team Development&nbsp;<ul><li>Supervise and mentor the Catalytic Investing team, promote Prime's core values of humility, tenacity, and care, and foster firm-wide education on catalytic investing principles.</li></ul><h3>We’d Love to Meet You If</h3><ul><li>You bring 10+ years of professional experience with a track record in catalytic investing</li><li>You have a deep understanding of financial markets, investment vehicles, and portfolio management principles</li><li>You possess working knowledge of climate challenges and solutions across mitigation and adaptation</li><li>You're an excellent communicator and project manager who can lead and mentor teams</li><li>You work independently in fast-paced environments while collaborating effectively across functions</li><li>You think creatively and strategically, bringing innovative approaches to complex investment challenges</li><li>You're committed to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion</li><li>You have an intrinsic, driving motivation to mitigate climate change</li></ul>We're especially interested if you also have:<ul><li>Commercial impact investing experience</li><li>Experience investing in funds and pooled vehicles </li></ul><h3>Why You Should Consider Us</h3><ul><li>Pioneer catalytic climate investing. Lead the expansion of our investment platform at a pivotal moment, shaping how philanthropic capital flows to untapped climate solutions.</li><li>Work with purpose and flexibility. Enjoy a fully remote work environment, generous discretionary time off, sabbatical policy, seasonal office closures, professional development support, and a comprehensive wellness program.</li><li>Join a values-driven culture. We foster collaboration over competition, guided by humility, tenacity, and care; prioritizing collective good in service of our climate mission.</li><li>Grow your impact. This role offers advancement potential as our platform matures, with opportunities to shape strategy and expand your impact within the organization.</li><li>Belong to an inclusive team. We're committed to building a diverse workplace where different perspectives strengthen our mission and everyone feels they belong.</li></ul><h3>To Apply</h3>Along with your resume, we'd like to hear why this opportunity resonates with you. In your own words, describe your passion for catalytic climate investing and what draws you to Prime's mission of unlocking philanthropic capital to advance untapped climate solutions. Please keep your response under a page and include it before your resume in one PDF file. Applicants who do not complete this step will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 3. The final deadline to apply is November 26, though priority consideration will be given to early applicants.<h3>Our Commitment To Equity</h3>Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. If this role excites you and you believe you can excel here, we encourage you to apply. We welcome candidates with diverse experiences, including those new to the field, returning after career gaps, or transitioning from related areas.&nbsp;We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, Veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. We also acknowledge the value that different life experiences bring to our organization as a workplace, and to our ability to understand and advance our mission. If you have a special need or disability that requires accommodation, please let us know.Direct applications only. We do not accept candidates submitted by staffing agencies or third-party recruiters.

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