The COO role at The Future is Fungi involves overseeing operational excellence and administrative functions, reporting directly to the CEO. Responsibilities include project management, financial oversight, resource coordination, fundraising support, infrastructure and legal coordination, strategic contributions, program coordination, and funder coordination and reporting. The COO will play a key role in building the organization from the ground up and ensuring alignment with the long-term vision of advancing fungal innovation.The ideal candidate for this role will possess adaptability, structure, drive, and a passion for combining operational rigor with visionary thinking. They will be responsible for implementing timelines, managing budgets, recruiting and coordinating resources, collaborating with the CEO on fundraising efforts, and overseeing legal and compliance requirements. The COO will have the opportunity to make a tangible global impact by leading internal execution of initiatives and supporting the organization's growth and success.