Head of Climate Policy (f/m/d) bei Climate Analytics

We are currently seeking a new Head of our Climate Policy Team (CPT), who will be responsible for leading the entire team.

Lead the implementation of Climate Policy Team (CPT) projects aligned with Climate Analytics’ strategy.
Provide content leadership and guidance to CPT team members.
Contribute to the Management Team for strategic decision making.
Collaborate with other Climate Analytics Content teams.
Ensure integrity and quality control of CPT work.
Increase the organization's profile in climate policy analysis.
Guide the development of methods and modelling tools.
Represent CPT at high-level events and conferences.
Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Oversee stakeholder engagement and communication.
Identify new opportunities with existing and new partners in climate policy.
Lead processes to develop new ideas, programmes and projects.
Lead and manage the CPT, ensuring fair performance reviews.
Select, recruit and train team members considering gender parity and diversity.
Foster a culture of respect and zero tolerance for discrimination and harassment.
Ensure accountability for actions in accordance with Climate Analytics policies.

Excellent leadership and management experience with high-performing teams.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder collaboration.
Strategic mindset to align team work with organizational goals.
Proven track record in addressing climate change policy challenges.
Graduate degree in climate related studies (economics, energy studies, political sciences, etc.).
Extensive experience (10+ years) in a leadership role in climate policy analysis.
Solid understanding of quantitative and qualitative energy and climate policy analyses.
Experience in a nonprofit or project-based environment is a plus.
Excellent English written and verbal skills; additional languages are an asset.
Willingness to travel.

Long-term collaboration opportunity.
Two-year fixed-term contract with perspective of extension based on performance and funding.
Positive and inspiring working atmosphere in an international team.
Participation in a network of partner institutes and stakeholders.
Insights into international climate change negotiations.