SENIOR ASSOCIATE INDUSTRY & INNOVATION - 6 MONTH

The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level. We support over 1000 partner organisations to carry out activities that drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement, contribute to the public debate on climate action and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world. The ECF brings together diverse perspectives and backgrounds to find the best innovative solutions to tackle climate change. We are focusing on engaging and hiring great people from a wide diversity of backgrounds to strengthen the cause. If you share our values of respect, innovation, and collaboration, join us. About the role The ECF’s Industry & Innovation programme aims to create an environment where a competitive, innovative and increasingly circular net-zero emissions heavy industry becomes possible in Europe by mid-century. While much will depend on entrepreneurial ingenuity and innovation in new and risky technologies, an appropriate regulatory environment is an enabling precondition. This includes sufficient public financial support to infrastructures and derisking of technologies to leverage enough private investments, and a framework that rewards clean processes over polluting ones. There is an increasing demand by society, customers and investors for change towards net-zero emissions in heavy industry. Industrial players are increasingly aiming for ambitious, science-based targets to align with the Paris Agreement. Nevertheless, the sector is still too slow to reduce its carbon footprint. The industrial value chains have had decades to specialise in established technologies and business models, while cleaner products and more circular business models are just emerging. In our industry team, you will find a team of dedicated professionals based in different ECF offices to reflect the Europe-wide scope of the programme. We fund projects on clean materials, such as steel, cement and chemicals. We support direct electrification of industrial processes, industrial CCS, clean hydrogen, energy efficiency, and also strive to enable a more circular industrial system. We work in close collaboration with ECF’s country programmes across Europe and are closely cooperating with global philanthropic initiatives on industrial decarbonisation. Key responsibilities Grant-making: developing the scope of work for ECF projectsto implement the Industry Programme’s strategy; soliciting and validating proposals from potential and existing grantees; drafting selection recommendations for board/donors’ consideration. Project management: managing and monitoring the budget as well as deliverables conducted by a set of grantees and external consultancies by maintaining frequent communication, providing strategic direction, and ensuring accountability; monitoring, evaluating and reporting progress and impact of initiatives and grants; and acting as a liaison to report progress to ECF staff and donors. Research activities: scoping of the landscape around industrial emissions, relevant policies, and political/economic developments in relevant geographies, including research on new partner grantees. Internal coordination and communication: liaising with ECF’s other programme teams and the organisation’s operations and communications teams to ensure proper and timely dissemination of information, and consistency and complementarity of different projects and work streams. Networking: building partnerships with key stakeholders across the policymaking, business and civil society communities; convening meetings; representing the programme at meetings and organize follow-up. Strategy: helping theProgramme Director in developing the programme’s strategy, priorities and budgets; co-developing and implementing strategies with our network of grantees and partners. Experience and competencies A genuine interest in the mission and values of the ECF; An in-depth knowledge of heavy industries and market developments, European politics and the climate policy landscape; 4-7 years of experience in a related field, such as environmental or industrial policy, advocacy or campaign work; A strategic mind geared towards identifying impactful regranting strategies A “can-do” attitude and a “self-starter” mentality; Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives; Excellent command of the English languages (both spoken and written). Other European languages are highly welcome. Proven track record of working in an environment that demands professionalism, reliability, discretion and confidentiality; What we offer The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work; A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself. Temporary 6 months contract Location London, Madrid, Warsaw, Paris, The Hague, Brussels Start date As soon as possible How to apply Please send your CV and a short cover letter in English. Candidates need to be in the possession of a work permit for the work location in case applicable. All applications will be treated confidentially. We will store your information in our internal database unless you specifically request otherwise. Diversity statement We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We strongly encourage candidates from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds to apply.