Vice President of Growth and Strategy

About the Organization

The future of water is often framed in the negative: scarcity,
waste, and worry. At Imagine H2O, we imagine something different:
that the problems surrounding our planet’s most precious resource
can be solved by humanity’s most precious
resources: ingenuity, commitment, and
action.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with one mission:
support entrepreneurs building transformative solutions for the
future of water. Our accelerator and water innovation programs
provide early-stage startups with the resources, insight, and
visibility they need to launch and scale their water solutions. By
partnering with industry experts, policy experts, and a global
network of customers and investors, we have become a proven path to
market for emerging water technology businesses.

Since 2009, Imagine H2O has supported over 200 startups that
have deployed solutions in more than 50 countries and have raised
more than $1 billion in investments. In 2019, the organization
launched Imagine H2O Asia, a Singapore-based accelerator program
that bridges global innovation to cities and communities across
Southeast Asia. The organization also hosts the Urban Water
Challenge, a global deployment program for entrepreneurs
reimagining a water-resilient future. Through its pilot funding
program and technical assistance facility, the organization has
awarded over $2 million to pilot projects in 20 countries. We are
supported by leading philanthropies, corporate sponsors, and public
sector partners, including the Coca-Cola Foundation, Oceankind,
National Philanthropic Trust, Xylem, Veolia, Kurita, Enterprise
Singapore, Asian Development Bank, and the World Bank.

We approach water issues with optimism, curiosity, and
entrepreneurial grit because, as solution seekers and builders,
we’ve seen what’s possible. When we back the best entrepreneurs in
water, we go all in—from idea to implementation. We’re creating a
more connected, effective water sector that attracts more dreamers,
doers, and dollars.

For more information, please visit here.

About the Position

We are seeking a Vice President (VP) of Growth and Strategy.
This exciting new role will play a crucial part in developing,
designing, and executing growth and major fundraising strategies,
alongside our Leadership Team. The VP will collaborate with
existing donors and stakeholders to co-design and evolve our
programs while identifying growth opportunities with new partners.
This person will manage cross-functional teams and initiatives
within the organization. The VP will also play an important
leadership role in the launch and growth of our Water Innovation
Pilot Fund, which provides grants and loans to water solutions
connected to climate change, health, equity, and circularity. The
VP will report directly to our President and collaborate with the
Managing Director of Imagine H2O Asia, based in Singapore.

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious, entrepreneurial, and
highly motivated professional with a proven track record of
identifying and executing upon partnership strategies and
relationship building.

About You

You are a self-starter, thrive in environments where every day
presents a new and unique challenge, and are intellectually
curious. You work effectively both in teams and independently. You
can manage internal and external teams, and you are passionate
about having a large impact with a mission-driven organization.

We are open to candidates with a range of past professional
experiences. Within our organization, we employ a broad variety of
professionals with backgrounds in (but not limited to) management
consulting, finance, private industry, philanthropy, nonprofits,
and governmental organizations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The VP will perform the following duties and others, as
assigned:

Strategy & Execution

• In partnership with the President and the Managing Director of
  Imagine H2O Asia, determine Imagine H2O’s overall strategic
  direction.
• Direct and design ambitious growth strategies and fundraising
  programs with specific, measurable goals and objectives.
• Help lead the Water Innovation Pilot Fund’s growth as well as
  the operation of its project funding strategy.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward prospective donors including
  foundations, government agencies, bilateral/multilateral donors,
  corporate partners, and individuals. This includes identifying
  potential domestic and international strategic partnerships with
  the organizations listed above.
• Meet or exceed annual fundraising goals, with an emphasis on
  identifying multi-year donor commitments.
• Manage and oversee grant writing and proposal development
  processes with support from program teams and management.
• Establish fundraising targets and monitor and evaluate
  fundraising performance.

Donor Relations

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing funders and
  other strategic partners.
• Track deadlines, deliverables, and other action items such as
  maintaining accurate grants management records for existing
  funders.
• Communicate directly with existing funders in close
  coordination with program teams.

Communications, Events, & Team
Management

• Serve as a credible and compelling spokesperson for the
  organization’s mission and growth priorities.
• Represent the organization at international events and funding
  partner meetings.
• Manage and coordinate across cross-functional teams to support
  donor management.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following minimum
qualifications:

• Ten plus years of experience in fundraising, partnership
  development and management, management consulting, business
  development, or applicable applied expertise, with progressive
  levels of responsibility and career growth.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, environmental studies, or a
  related field.
• A proven track record of successfully developing and
  implementing fundraising strategies to achieve revenue
  targets.
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• The ability to work effectively with partners and colleagues in
  a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple
  tasks, set priorities, effectively manage time, and meet
  deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a
  fast-paced, international environment.
• Experience with database software, CRM, and/or other related
  tools.
• Network in and/or exposure to working with corporate
  philanthropy, foundations, INGOs, and/or government agencies.
• Knowledge about the working and operating environments for
  grantmaking and grant management is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in water, climate, or
  sustainability-related fields preferred.

Compensation and Location

Imagine H2O offers a salary of $150,000- $170,000 with the
potential for an annual bonus, commensurate with experience. Full
benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as
well as paid holidays, 401k match, and vacation and sick leave.

The position is fully remote. Proximity to the San Francisco Bay
Area is a plus but not required. Proximity to other Imagine H2O
team members in Bozeman, New York, Phoenix, or Reno/Tahoe is
secondarily preferred, but not required.

To Apply

CEA Recruiting is assisting Imagine H2O with this search. To be
considered for this position, interested candidates must follow the
link below to submit a resume, cover letter, and salary
requirements through CEA’s job portal. Please direct all
applications and inquiries to Micah Day ([email protected]) This
position will remain open until filled.

Apply Here

Imagine H2O is an equal opportunity employer.

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