Policy and Alliances Manager (m/f/d) - Higher Education Institution Initiative

Location: 100% Remote work available across Europe

Company Overview:

At EIT RawMaterials, we play a critical role in Europe’s green energy transition. Our mission is to ensure a sustainable supply of raw materials essential for future clean technologies.

In collaboration with over 300 partners, including top companies and academic institutions, we lead initiatives that drive innovation and education, propelling us towards the EU’s 2050 climate-neutrality goal.

Position

The EIT HEI Initiative:

The Higher Education Institutions (HEI) Initiative aims to enhance innovation and entrepreneurship within European universities and colleges.

This program focuses on integrating the EIT’s Knowledge Triangle model, which connects higher education, research, and business by encouraging collaboration and fostering innovations that are commercially viable and academically supported.

The initiative promotes systemic change across institutions and leverages existing strengths to accelerate the development of innovative solutions.

Role Insights

We are seeking a proactive HEI Policy and Alliances Manager (m/f/d) to join our team. This role is crucial for enhancing the innovation and entrepreneurial capabilities within higher education across Europe. By integrating the EIT's Knowledge Triangle Model and leveraging Smart Specialisation Strategies, you will drive systemic changes and build strong partnerships that propel our goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Leadership: Steer internal policy discussions, prepare influential position papers, and coordinate the HEI Initiative’s policy-related outputs to strengthen our stance as a thought leader in innovation within higher education.
• Strategic Dissemination and Alliances: Enhance the visibility and impact of the HEI Initiative by forging alliances and engaging with key stakeholders across Europe. You will represent the initiative at high-profile events and facilitate major collaborations that align with our strategic goals.
• Program Coordination: Oversee the eligibility, evaluation, and selection processes for Calls for Proposals, ensuring the recruitment and coordination of top-tier evaluators and the effective management of these processes.
• Communications and Outreach: Lead the communications strategy and its implementation, driving the dissemination and promotion of the initiative to maximize reach and impact.
  
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience in managing complex higher education programs within a European context, preferably involving Horizon Europe or Erasmus+.
• Deep understanding of the European higher education landscape, including its governance, challenges, and trends.
• Familiarity with European policy priorities such as the European Green Deal, Digital Education Action Plan, etc.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate a shared vision and motivate a diverse stakeholder group.
• Fluent in English (C2 level); additional European languages are a plus.
  
  

EIT RawMaterials GmbH is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background.

Other information

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to be at the forefront of educational and technological innovation in the raw materials sector.
• A collaborative, international work environment with a commitment to sustainability and innovation.
• Flexible, fully remote working arrangements across Europe.
• A role where your contributions have a direct impact on Europe's educational and sustainable future.
  
  

Our Recruitment Process

We welcome applicants who are driven to build innovative educational communities.

The position will stay open until a successful candidate is chosen.

• Application Review: Our team thoroughly reviews each application. Please make sure to submit your CV in English.
• Initial Interview (30 minutes): Meet with the hiring manager and recruitment team.
• Second Interview (60 minutes): Second interview with a presentation on a relevant topic to the hiring manager and HR Director.
• Offer: If successful, receive an offer to join our team.
  
  

Ready to shape the future with us? Apply now.