Project description – CONSULTANT/ PROJECT MANAGER (M/F/D) WITH FOCUS ON GREEN HYDROGEN – GFA CONSULTING GROUP
We make the world a little better…
as a leading European consulting company working in international development cooperation.
Since 1982, we have implemented numerous projects and studies in over 130 countries, focusing on topics of global importance.
We are dedicated to improving people’s lives around the world and providing technical advisory services to state and non-state actors.
We promote sustainability in our international projects as well as at our headquarters in Hamburg because we contribute to achieving the world’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our multinational and multicultural team of professionals is at the heart of our success. If you are passionate about international cooperation and enjoy working in an international environment with space for you to contribute your ideas for a better world, join the GFA team as Consultant/ Project manager (m/f/d).
Opportunities for Solar Energy Development in Europe
Our advisory services include the improvement of policy and institutional frameworks, technical studies (prefeasibility and feasibility levels), development of sustainable energy action plans, capacity building for energy managers in private and public sectors, as well as the preparation and management of project pipelines for energy access, green hydrogen and energy efficiency measures.
Our green hydrogen related services cover the whole green hydrogen value and supply chains ranging from green hydrogen production, its conversion into various derivatives (PtX), transportation/distribution and consumption/applications.
Currently, we are implementing several green hydrogen and PtX projects and studies worldwide. We are working on regulatory and legal frameworks as well as aspects of financing for market ramp-up. We support partners in the development of their hydrogen strategies and roadmaps.
Job description – CONSULTANT/ PROJECT MANAGER (M/F/D) WITH FOCUS ON GREEN HYDROGEN – GFA CONSULTING GROUP
Business development – Conducting fact-finding missions, networking with donor agencies, beneficiaries, partner companies or institutions, subcontractors and experts;
Acquisition of new projects, including elaboration and coordination of technical and financial proposals in the field of sustainable energy, particularly Green Hydrogen/PtX;
Management of ongoing projects and studies (backstopping) on site and Hamburg-based (financial and technical administration, monitoring and evaluation of projects and studies);
Representing GFA in conferences and seminars;
Elaboration of reports, concepts and presentations and contribution to knowledge and quality management;
Active contribution to the further development of the thematic areas “sustainable energy supply” and “green hydrogen” including technical short-term consultancy missions;
Supporting on-the-job-training of our Junior Professionals.
Qualifications – CONSULTANT/ PROJECT MANAGER (M/F/D) WITH FOCUS ON GREEN HYDROGEN – GFA CONSULTING GROUP
University degree (Master) in relevant area (energy economics, environmental sciences, development studies with focus on energy sector, engineering, engineering management);
At least 4 years of relevant work experience related to energy transition. Work experience in the context of development cooperation is an asset;
Solid understanding of socio-economic and/or technological aspects of sustainable energy sector and/or economic assessment of energy projects;
Experience in the area of green hydrogen including technological and/ or economic assessment of markets and technologies;
Familiarity with the German (GIZ, KfW) and European development sector (e.g. EU INTPA, EU DG NEAR, EIB, EBRD) and a profound understanding of the strategies and policies of the relevant donor agencies is an asset;
Working experience in developing countries and/or threshold countries is an asset;
Full proficiency in written and spoken English and working knowledge of German is a prerequisite; at least intermediate level in French (B1) is considered a strong asset;
Willingness to travel extensively to the partner countries worldwide;
Strong writing, communication and presentation skills;
Ability to manage complex situations under tight schedules;
Ability to work in intercultural teams.
We offer:
We work at the heart of International Cooperation; finding solutions to global challenges through our projects and diverse team of employees from all over the world.
In this context, we lay the foundation for you to grow and learn within GFA through continuous skills development and further training.
Our flexible working time model, the possibility to work from home, and our family-orientated company policy facilitate a healthy work-life balance. GFA’s offices are surrounded by nature, despite being easily and quickly accessible from central Hamburg.
To promote climate-friendly commuting, we offer a public transport reimbursement program.
The sense of community at GFA is very important to us. We regularly organize social events for people to get to know each other and to provide opportunities for exchange.
Interested candidates should send their complete application (cover letter, CV, copies of diplomas and work certificates or references) by e-mail to Ms Séverine Rix.
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