What You Will Do

As Wind Energy Logistics Project Manager at the Kuehne Climate Center (KCC) you will be responsible for the implementation of projects that help shape efficient logistics systems for the build‑out of wind energy, primarily in emerging regions. The initial focus will be on offshore wind and wind port development. You will work with the Program Leader and multiple external delivery partners and stakeholders to ensure the projects contribute to making logistics a facilitator of the energy transition.

Assuring the successful implementation of KCC’s projects in wind energy logistics, currently with a focus on offshore wind and wind ports, potentially expanding into onshore wind
Developing actionable road maps for our project implementations and applied research
Identifying and engaging a range of diverse stakeholders in the respective project work
Working collaboratively with project partners and external stakeholders
Steering project meetings, managing project timelines, and budgets
Presenting project activities externally (workshops, conferences, webinars, etc.)
Developing content for communications (e.g., graphics, reports, storylines, posts) and working with the KCC Communications Team for impactful delivery
Contribute to the strategic development of KCC’s project portfolio in wind energy logistics, offshore and onshore
Contribute to internal projects and business development initiatives

Key Skills

Working collaboratively with a variety of different partners and stakeholders
Outcome‑oriented planning and action, working backwards from objective
Anticipating challenges early on and addressing them with practical solutions
Communicating effectively with different audiences
Public speaking (meetings, workshops, conferences)
Understanding systems and how to change them
Working independently and in small teams
Displaying cultural sensitivity in your conduct
Keeping multiple balls in the air for parallel assignments
Coping with dynamically evolving work in a startup environment

Qualifications

7 years of experience in or close to the wind energy sector (within the industry, at a logistics services and infrastructure provider, in applied research, consultancy, or public bodies) with 3 years of insights in offshore wind
Master’s Degree in a relevant field (preferably engineering with management notions or management with strong scientific or engineering components)
Experience in project management
Strong conceptual and analytical skills
Ability to work in English and at least one other language
Can‑do mentality, independent work style, and willingness to roll up sleeves
Ability to connect with remote team and leadership
Demonstrated commitment or experience of working with low‑ and middle‑income countries is an advantage
Availability to travel internationally
German work permit

Team

The Program Leader
The KCC Knowledge and Delivery Teams
The KCC Communication Team
KCC’s international partners (business partners, universities, NGOs, government agencies, financial institutions)

Benefits

Work in an enthusiastic and highly motivated international team committed to making a positive impact on climate
A high degree of creative freedom
High agility and speed of implementation
A stimulating and diverse range of work within a strong Foundation network
Opportunity for personal growth and professional development driven by your own initiative and engagement
Option to work from home for up to two days per week

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