(Senior) Strategic Project Manager*in – European Mobility Data Space (m/f/d)

(Senior) Strategic Project Manager – European Mobility Data Space (M/F/D)

Reference Number: 49/2024

acatech – the National Academy of Science and Engineering – provides policymakers and society with independent, evidence-based advice for the public good. Its work spans a wide range of topics, including digitalisation, artificial intelligence, and mobility.

We are a dynamic, interdisciplinary team of over 200 professionals working from Munich, Berlin, and Brussels.

Your Role and Responsibilities

We are looking for a (Senior) Strategic Project Manager (M/F/D) at one of our office locations in Germany to help coordinate and implement a 3-year EU-funded project supporting the establishment of the European data space for mobility. Your primary focus will be on strategic direction, project alignment, harmonisation, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing activities with local pilot representatives to promote peer-learning and harmonisation of technical standards.
• Overseeing qualitative and quantitative assessments to evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Contributing to project deliverables and guiding various project activities such as technical infrastructure and tool development.
• Leading and moderating strategic project meetings and events using innovative collaboration tools.
• Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including regular communication with the European Commission.
• Conducting project-related analysis and representing the project at external events throughout Europe.

Your Qualifications

• Degree (Master’s or comparable) or PhD in political science, urban planning, computer science, or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in project management or management consultancy, ideally for the public sector.
• Knowledge of EU funding programmes and experience with managing EU projects is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English (C2) and German (C2).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary according to the German public sector pay scale up to E 14 TVöD.
• Opportunity to influence the future of mobility as part of Europe’s digital transformation.
• International, open-minded team with a hands-on mentality.
• Dynamic work environment with flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Career development opportunities in a growing organisation.
• Access to a broad network of high-level stakeholders.

The position is full-time (39h/week) based in Munich or Berlin, initially limited until the end of October 2026 with the possibility of renewal.

We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals regardless of their background. Please send your application (CV, motivation letter, and supporting documents) with the reference number 49/2024 by 6 January 2025, as a PDF document (max. 2 MB) to ****@a******h.de. For questions regarding the position, contact Lucie Kirstein.