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Fractional CFO / Head of Finance & Funding (m/f/d)

Develop a credible funding and finance strategy for Mental Fulfillment and AWALA. The initial focus is public funding, capital raising, financial planning and the foundations of a professional finance function.

100% remoteGermany-focusedPaid engagementCentral European time overlap

About Mental Fulfillment and AWALA

Mental Fulfillment is developing AWALA, a voice-first artificial intelligence application for guided self-reflection, everyday wellbeing and personal agency.

We are in an early company and product phase. Alongside product development, initial partnerships and pilot plans, we now need a robust funding strategy that connects public funding, venture capital and the long-term financial development of Mental Fulfillment and AWALA.

The role

You will gradually take responsibility for our funding and finance structure. The initial focus is public funding programmes, capital raising and credible financial planning. Over time, you may help build the wider commercial and finance function.

This is a Germany-focused role because the work requires strong knowledge of German and, ideally, European funding programmes, financial requirements and professional networks.

What you will own

  • Develop a realistic funding and financing strategy
  • Research, evaluate and prioritise German and European funding programmes
  • Coordinate and prepare funding applications, including financial plans, evidence and work packages
  • Build a pipeline of business angels, impact investors and venture-capital firms
  • Prepare pitch materials, financial models, the data room and due-diligence documentation
  • Plan liquidity, budgets and scenarios, including runway and capital requirements
  • Build suitable metrics, reporting and controlling structures
  • Evaluate the business model, pricing, unit economics and scalability
  • Coordinate with tax, accounting, legal and other qualified professionals
  • Build the foundations of a professional finance function and capital structure

What we are looking for

  • Experience in startup financing, corporate finance, controlling, funding advisory, venture capital or a comparable field
  • Practical experience with funding applications and/or investor financing
  • Strong financial modelling, liquidity planning and commercial evaluation skills
  • Understanding of the German and preferably European funding landscape
  • A structured, independent and implementation-oriented working style
  • Very good German and English
  • Interest in responsible artificial intelligence, mental wellbeing and social impact

The early-stage reality

Mental Fulfillment and AWALA are still being built. The product is in development and institutional funding has not yet been secured. The role is therefore intended to begin as a clearly scoped paid part-time or fractional mandate. Scope, compensation and possible long-term development will be agreed individually and transparently before work begins.

The public LinkedIn listing is available for background information. LinkedIn has currently paused new applications there because its free-application limit was reached; direct applications remain open on this website.

Working with us

  • A strategically important role with direct collaboration with the founder and technical leadership
  • Substantial room to shape the financial foundations of a purpose-driven AI startup
  • 100% remote collaboration within Germany
  • Potential to expand the role after successful financing, without a present guarantee
  • A values-led culture focused on responsibility and transparency

How to apply

Apply directly through the form below in English or German. Please provide a current profile or CV link, relevant evidence, availability and compensation expectations. We do not require a particular degree or conventional career path.

Different backgrounds and perspectives are welcome. What matters most is demonstrated ability, responsible judgment, honest communication and alignment with our mission.

Direct application

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You may answer in English or German. We do not ask for a file upload: a profile or CV link is sufficient, and documents can be shared later if needed.

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1. Contact details

2. Motivation and evidence

3. Five skill self-ratings

Rate your current practical ability from 1 star (basic familiarity) to 5 stars (expert, able to lead and teach). These ratings are context for human review—not an automated score.

German and European funding programmes *Research, prioritisation and delivery of grant applications.
Financial modelling *Liquidity, runway, budgets, scenarios and capital requirements.
Investor readiness and fundraising *Pitch materials, data rooms, due diligence and investor pipelines.
Business model and unit economics *Pricing, scalability, commercial assumptions and decision support.
Controlling and finance operations *Key metrics, reporting and coordination with tax, accounting and legal experts.

4. Role-specific questions

Please answer honestly. A “No” does not trigger an automatic rejection on this website.

1. Have you independently contributed to at least one German or European funding application? *
2. Have you created or owned a startup financial model including liquidity and scenario planning? *
3. Have you prepared investor materials or supported a venture-capital financing round? *
4. Please share up to two examples of successful funding or financing projects and explain your personal contribution. *Do not disclose confidential information from former clients or employers.