Location: Globally remote, preference for candidates within ±3 hours of Central European Time (CET)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: Monday, 11 August 2025, 09:00 CET
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location (with location allowance)
About UMI Fund
The Urban Movement Innovation Fund (UMI Fund) is a global donor collaborative dedicated to strengthening the climate justice movement by supporting grassroots initiatives, frontline communities, and innovative climate solutions. UMI Fund works across sectors and borders to empower those most affected by the climate crisis while advocating for equitable and just environmental change.
The organization is remote-first, values-driven, and strongly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
About the Role
UMI Fund is hiring a Data Officer to ensure the accuracy, security, and functionality of its data systems. This position is vital to supporting impactful climate justice grantmaking through strong data practices and secure information management.
Key Responsibilities
Data Management & Integrity
- Maintain up-to-date, accurate data related to grants, grantees, events, and CRM systems.
- Identify and resolve data discrepancies and automation issues.
- Reconcile data across systems (e.g., CRM, grant management systems).
- Support data audits, system documentation, and usage oversight.
Security & Compliance
- Implement elements of UMI Fund’s data security policy, including 1:1 staff training.
- Enforce secure sharing, document retention, and data deletion protocols.
- Ensure information security compliance to protect vulnerable partners.
Operational Support
- Procure and manage equipment (laptops, phones) and software subscriptions globally.
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory of hardware and software licenses.
- Assist staff with onboarding and basic IT troubleshooting.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years in data entry, CRM management, or similar (e.g., Airtable, Salesforce).
- Technical: Proficient in Google Sheets and Excel. Familiar with AI tools and interested in exploring automation and AI-powered workflows.
- Security Awareness: Understanding of cybersecurity best practices (VPN, 2FA, secure file handling).
- Operations: Comfortable with remote team logistics and basic IT support.
- Values: Strong alignment with climate justice and equity; discretion with sensitive information.
Desirable Skills
- Experience working remotely across multiple time zones using Slack, Notion, Zoom, etc.
- Familiarity with automation tools (Zapier, Airtable scripting).
- Prior work in a nonprofit or climate-related context.
Benefits
- Annual work-from-home allowance ($1,000 USD equivalent)
- Comprehensive health coverage (includes dental/vision, legal partners, dependents)
- 20 vacation days + 10 days year-end break
- Flexible working hours with a focus on staff wellbeing
- Access to mental wellness resources (e.g., Headspace)
- Paid volunteering time (2 days/year)
- Bereavement leave (2–20 days depending on relation)
Working Environment
UMI Fund offers flexible working hours but may require occasional collaboration outside standard local hours due to its globally distributed team. Regular hours are 9 AM to 5 PM local time, 40 hours/week. Early or late meetings must be offset with rest time within two days.
All employment terms follow local labor laws and prioritize staff wellbeing.
How to Apply
Submit your CV/resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role via the application portal:
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Equal Opportunity Statement
UMI Fund and Daryl Upsall International are committed to inclusive recruitment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those historically underrepresented in the environmental and data sectors.
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