Director (f/m) Climate and Sustainable Development Programme – Maternity Cover

This is a temporary position to cover for a maternity leave from beginning of November 2015 till end of August 2016. The position will coordinate closely with the European Energy Transition Programme Director.

Responsibilities:

• Coordination of the Climate and Sustainable Development programme, including planning and implementing activities such as debates, workshops, visitor programmes and publications
• Managing the  factual and budgetary correctness of expenditures generated by the programme’s activities
• Compiling financial and thematic reporting and monitoring of activities as well as project overviews and reviews
• Providing analysis of political processes related to the programme’s thematic activities
• Strategic planning and coordination with the headquarters of the foundation as well as its international offices and partners worldwide
• Support and policy advice for delegations from Europe and other parts of the world and responding to requests regarding the thematic issues of the programme
• Developing and maintaining a network of contacts and partners for the programme’s activities
• Involving partner institutions as well as coordinating and consulting with partners during implementation of the programme’s activities

Requirements:

• A university degree, preferably in a field connected to climate or development policy
• At least 3 years relevant work experience including in project management, work experience with EU institutions as asset
• Solid knowledge of EU climate policies and European decision-making processes
• Very good knowledge of German and English, other languages as asset
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of and interest in Green policies
• Reliable, stress-resistant and enthusiastic team player with intercultural competence
• Readiness to travel occasionally

Please send your CV and motivation letter (1 page max., English only) to Ute Draeger at the latest by 1 October 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.