ALUME Institute Association

ALUME Institute Association (NGO) — Co-Founder & Chief Financial and Development Officer (CFDO)
Location: Remote (Brazil)
⏳ Commitment: 10-12h/week

About ALUME Institute
ALUME Institute is a Brazilian non-profit NGO based at Fazenda ALUME in Ilhéus, Bahia. We are dedicated to regenerating land and empowering communities through education, sustainability, health, and culture.
Our farm spans 42 hectares (100 acres) with seven natural springs and is located just 7 km from the Atlantic Ocean on Bahia’s Cacao Coast.

Half of the land remains preserved, while the other half—previously exploited—is being reforested and revitalized through agroforestry and sustainable land management.
Beyond restoration, our mission includes purchasing additional land for preservation , creating tribal co-living communities , and fostering spiritual and social growth .

Our work focuses on:
Education and training
Social impact and volunteering
Ecology, health, and community development
Fundraising and financial sustainability for impactful initiatives

Role Overview
We are seeking a Co-Founder & Chief Financial and Development Officer (CFDO) — a strategic leader who will bridge financial strategy and resource development to drive ALUME’s sustainable growth.
This role combines the responsibilities of a CFO (financial structure, governance, compliance) and a Business Development & Fundraising Lead (partnerships, CSR programs, grant strategy).
The ideal candidate will understand NGO business models , funding mechanisms , and how to align financial sustainability with mission impact .

Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy & Governance (CFO Role)
Develop and execute financial strategy, planning, and analysis
Oversee budgeting, reporting, cash flow , legal compliance, and audits
Manage banking relationships , financial forecasting, and risk control
Ensure transparency, accountability , and sustainable financial structure

Business Development & Fundraising (Growth Role)
Lead B2B CSR partnership programs with private sector companies
Coordinate grant application programs across departments and partners
Design and manage fundraising campaigns and sponsorship strategies
Explore and secure national and international funding opportunities
Build and maintain strategic alliances with institutional partners and donors
Develop impact finance models aligned with ALUME’s long-term goals

Commitment
10-12 h/week
This position begins on a volunteer basis during the MVP phase, with a clear pathway toward a salaried executive role once funding is secured. Co-Founder Agreement will be completed together during initial onboarding process, including commitment terms and role description.

Candidate Profile
✅ Fluent in Portuguese & English
✅ Proven experience in fundraising, grants, or financial management in Brazil (must-have)
✅ Strong understanding of NGO business models and funding mechanisms
✅ Experience in CSR program development and grant application leadership
✅ 3–7 years of relevant finance or development experience preferred
✅ CPA or MBA a plus (not mandatory)
✅ Skilled in financial planning, reporting, compliance, and donor relations
✅ Motivated by social impact, sustainability, and innovation
✅ Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable in a startup-NGO environment

What You’ll Gain
Co-founder status in a nationally visible NGO
Leadership within an interdisciplinary, international community
Opportunity to build tangible, high-impact solutions
Direct access to CSR networks, public institutions, and funders
A defining role in shaping social, educational, and ecological transformation of herbal medicine and ecotechnologies in Brasil

Employment Type: Co-Founder Track → Transition to salaried leadership position after funding

To apply: Please send your tailored CV along with a short motivation statement.