Public Funding Project Manager

BOSS Energy Consulting

Founded in 2014, BOSS Energy Consulting LTD is an established zero-carbon, renewable recruitment business. Our services cover established, growing and emerging energies associated with the generation, distribution and use of carbon-free energy. Our offices in London, Amsterdam and Singapore provide clients and candidates a recruitment service that taps into the global energy market, but at the same times feels local. Our networks, regional consultants and unrivalled knowledge allows us to access global talent whilst remaining attentive to domestic values and customs. The energy industry is undergoing a seismic shift towards a carbon neutral and sustainable future.

Full Time

Germany (Hybrid)

Posted 1 year ago

Responsibilities:

Advising the organization on funding programs, with a particular focus on hydrogen projects, at both national and European level
Work closely with the sales team, as well as colleagues in politics, legal, regulation, and lobbying, to provide recommendations on funding options for potential projects
Be responsible for designing, initiating, and preparing funding applications for strategically important energy solution projects, in accordance with the guidelines of the relevant funding programs, developing project descriptions, sub-project descriptions, project calculations, and milestone plans
Be the primary point of contact for the funding authority on content-related matters, and will represent the organization confidentially in funding project consortia, ensuring timely input
Collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders, particularly in the public sector, your internal and external networks to build strong and trustworthy relationships
Maintain close contact with technical departments to assess the effects of ongoing projects and funding requirements
Implement effective processes for the acquisition and management of funding, continuously developing these processes to optimize efficiency

Qualifications:

Specialized knowledge and several years of experience in securing public funding for projects, with a focus on energy-related initiatives
Successful track record of obtaining funding for projects at both the European and national levels, including Horizon 2020, IPCEI, Reallabore der Energiewende, Life (+), EU Innovation Fund, and Connecting Europe Facility
Experience managing projects and working on cross-country initiatives
Have an established network within the energy sector and is committed to expanding and strengthening it further
Solution-oriented and pragmatic in their approach to project management
Possess strong communication skills and diplomacy when dealing with counterparts and maintains a confident and professional demeanour
Communicate fluently in German and English