Project manager/director (m/f/d) Innovation & Sustainability at the International Sustainable...

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Project manager/director (m/f/d) Innovation & Sustainability at the International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3)

Location: Bonn
Assignment period: 03/01/2025 - 12/31/2028
Field: Climate Change, Environment
Type of employment: Full-time or Part-time
Application deadline: 12/17/2024

The "International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre" (ISC3) is managed by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on behalf of the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV) and the German Environment Agency (UBA).

The ISC3 fosters the transition of the chemical and chemical-related sectors to Sustainable Chemistry, promoting a circular economy that implements multifaceted aspects of sustainability at every step of the product life cycle and engages all stakeholders accordingly.

Therefore, the Centre develops the Sustainable Chemistry concept by exploring technical expertise through a multi-stakeholder approach, targeting policymakers, the public and private sectors, academia, and civil society.

Based on its technical expertise, ISC3 contributes to international chemicals policy globally, professional and academic training, advisory services, capacity development, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

In the next four years, ISC3's work will focus on topics such as "climate-friendly energy approaches" and "sustainable processes and consumer goods for entertainment electronics".

Your tasks

Technical and financial responsibility of the activity field focus topics, including:

1. Monitoring of key performance indicators
2. Coordinating and developing focus topics using Sustainable Chemistry as a driver for sustainable innovations and transformation in close coordination with all departments of ISC3
3. Initiating and devising innovations and new projects in the field of Sustainable Chemistry based on current scientific and technical developments and trends
4. Technical advising and collaborating with all departments of ISC3 and external stakeholders on Sustainable Chemistry and focus topics
5. Composing key publications such as white papers and factsheets in close cooperation with subcontractors and departments of ISC3
6. Developing and realizing awareness-raising and training formats for Sustainable Chemistry and focus topics
7. Coordinating the development of academic and non-academic teaching materials for partners worldwide
8. Screening, contracting, and steering national and international subcontractors
9. Networking and cooperating with key stakeholders worldwide and ensuring the transfer of knowledge and technology at national and international levels
10. Presenting ISC3 knowledge at international conferences
11. Assisting in the acquisition of third-party funds
12. Cooperating closely with the communication department to make expertise accessible to stakeholders and the public

Your profile

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in chemical engineering, process engineering, or technical chemistry; a Doctor of Philosophy is desirable.

Many years of experience in the field of sustainability for chemical or chemical-related sectors.

Several years of professional experience in research and development in chemical or chemical-related sectors.

Several years of pertinent industry/economy experience.

Several years of experience in project management.

Experience in linking up industrial key players and advising start-ups is an advantage, as well as experience in cooperation with international organizations and planning large-scale projects.

A broad understanding of Sustainable Chemistry, Green Chemistry, Circular Economy, clean technologies, and the international transformational debate is an advantage.

Demonstration of a strong professional profile in external representation, along with a willingness to shape and connect across various networks.

Interdisciplinary mindset, ability to cooperate and work in a team, high degree of initiative, willingness to take responsibility, strong communicative skills; independent working method and high analytical competence.

Fluent in English and German; another UN language is preferable.

Notes

This position is suited for a full or part-time role. The willingness for frequent (international) business trips is required. To ensure and further strengthen GIZ's ability to deliver, the willingness to operate in changing conditions in Germany as well as abroad is of high corporate interest.

Application Process

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About us

Your professional and personal development is important to us. At GIZ, you will be offered global work opportunities and an atmosphere characterized by diversity, respect, and genuine equal opportunities.

Gender equality promotion is a matter of course for us. Our benefits are also impressive in terms of work-life balance and family friendliness.

Flexible working hours that fit your life situation, comprehensive onboarding, and internal health management are integral parts of our corporate culture.

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation, and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us.

Contact HR-Service Center: +49 6196/79-3200 hrsc@giz.de