In close coordination with the Global Head of Adaptation Finance, the Nature Finance Manager will lead the engagement of Brazilian cities in the Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) Project Incubator for Brazilian Cities, while overseeing technical deliverables from consultants and supporting the successful delivery of key events. The ideal candidate is passionate about practical approaches to climate resilience and nature-based solutions, brings proven experience in urban project development and/or climate finance, possesses strong analytical skills, and has worked with or within city governments. An excellent communicator, collaborator, and facilitator, the Nature Finance Manager will engage cities and ensure effective technical assistance in collaboration with regional staff, the C40 Nature and Resilience team, and project partners. Some travel within Brazil is expected. This is a dynamic opportunity to deepen your expertise in climate adaptation and finance while gaining hands‑on experience working with international teams in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven global organization.
Urban Nature Finance Manager at C40
On-site - Brazil
Requirements
Education
- climate adaptation
- sustainability
- environmental studies
- urban planning
- engineering
- finance
- economics
Experience
- Proven experience in urban project development or financial planning, particularly within climate adaptation finance/climate finance field
- Experience working with or within local governments
- Experience collaborating with a range of stakeholders such as NGOs, development finance institutions, project preparation facilities, or private sector partners
Skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
- Delivery-oriented mindset
- Ability to work effectively across cultures, time zones, and organisational boundaries
- Native-level Portuguese and excellent English communication skills
- Experience designing and facilitating both in-person workshops and virtual meetings/webinars
Languages
- Portuguese
- English
Responsibilities
- Coordinate closely with the C40 City Finance Programme team, Regional Directors, Nature & Resilience team, local city leads, and the Boticário Group Foundation to ensure effective implementation of the NBS Project Incubator.
- Project management (track deliverables through the work plan, etc.)
- Lead engagement with selected cities, including regular calls and follow-ups to support and monitor the development of Project Concept Notes.
- Manage the relationship with external consultants and ensure deliverables are high-quality, aligned with project guidelines, and delivered on time.
- Support the planning and execution of capacity-building virtual workshops, including: Support on coordinating invitations and logistics; facilitating and presenting sessions; timekeeping, documenting discussions, and conducting city follow-ups.
- Support coordination and logistics for the High-Level Investors Roundtable (November 2025), including managing invitations and participation of cities, reviewing city presentations and materials, supporting documentation and post-event follow-ups.
- Track project impact and key performance indicators (KPIs), including conducting post-event satisfaction surveys and preparing follow-up communications.
- Prepare funding progress reports, including monthly tracking spreadsheets and milestone updates.
- Support financial matchmaking with financial institutions and strategic organisations to accelerate finance towards the project pipeline.
- Lead interviews with financial institutions and assess the project's impact.
- Assist in drafting new funding applications, as agreed with the Global Head of Adaptation Finance.
- Provide support to other adaptation finance and resilience initiatives as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
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