Director responsible for managing client engagements and leading consulting teams at ACA Group. Engaging in compliance program advising and staff development, aligning with firm's growth objectives.
About the role
- Director of Education & Skills overseeing educational programs and strategies for EIT RawMaterials. Shaping Europe's raw materials supply through innovative education and entrepreneurship.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the Education and Skills strategy in line with EIT RawMaterials’ Strategic Agenda and the broader EIT and EU frameworks.
- Position the Education Pillar as a financially sustainable, innovation-driven, and market-oriented component of the organization.
- Anticipate future skills needs in the raw materials sector, leading the creation of agile, high-impact learning ecosystems.
- Design and implement innovative business and funding models for educational products, services, and partnerships.
- Secure new funding instruments, industry partnerships, and revenue streams, enhancing the long-term financial sustainability of the education portfolio.
- Oversee the development and delivery of the full education portfolio, including the RawMaterials Academy, Advanced Materials Academy, EIT Higher Education Initiative, Girls Go STEM, and other programs.
- Manage complex, multi-stakeholder EU-funded projects with a focus on compliance, performance, and measurable outcomes.
- Ensure alignment with EIT Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), EU reporting requirements, and internal business targets.
- Report on performance, outcomes, and strategic impact to EIT, the European Commission, and EIT RawMaterials governance bodies.
- Lead and inspire a diverse, high-performing team of professionals.
Requirements
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Education, Business Administration, Innovation Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in education management, innovation ecosystems, or EU-funded programme leadership.
- Proven track record in commercialising education offerings and developing financially sustainable business models.
- Strong understanding of EU funding instruments, especially within the EIT and Horizon Europe frameworks.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing multicultural & remote teams and complex project portfolios.
- Experience and successful implementation of digital platforms and learning formats for education initiatives.
- Strategic thinker with excellent analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven experience in pan-European and multi-stakeholder collaboration.
- Strong professional network and visibility within European higher education and innovation ecosystems.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to policy, education strategy, and skills development frameworks.
- Fluent in English and German (both written and spoken).
- Additional European languages are a strong asset.
Benefits
- A leadership position at the heart of Europe’s innovation ecosystem in raw materials
- The opportunity to shape the future of skills, talent, and education in Europe’s green and digital transitions
- A highly international, dynamic, and mission-driven working environment
- Competitive compensation package aligned with senior management responsibility
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