Senior Researcher

**Job Title**: Senior Researcher - Project BOOST and eBRT2030
**Organization**: Urban Electric Mobility Initiative (UEMI)
**Location**: Remote (with monthly meetings in Potsdam, Germany)
**Contract Type**: Full-time, 2-year contract
**Language Requirements**: Fluency in English; Basic proficiency in German

**About UEMI**

The Urban Electric Mobility Initiative (UEMI) is at the forefront of advancing sustainable urban transport solutions, focusing on promoting e-mobility and related innovations worldwide. UEMI collaborates with a wide range of international partners, including government agencies, research institutions, and industry stakeholders, to drive forward projects that contribute to a greener and more sustainable urban future.

**Position Overview**

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Project Leadership**: Oversee the implementation of Project BOOST, ensuring that project milestones are met, and objectives are achieved on time and within budget.
- **Strategic Partnerships**: Cultivate and manage partnerships with local entrepreneurs, academic institutions, industry stakeholders, and technical experts to co-develop innovative business concepts that contribute to sustainable development and job creation in the e-mobility sector.
- **Research & Analysis**: Conduct in-depth research on the e-mobility sector's job creation potential in Africa and contribute to the development of new strategies for sustainable growth.
- **eBRT2030 Involvement**: Support UEMI's role in the eBRT2030 project by coordinating international demonstration pilots in cities such as Quito, Nairobi, and locations in South Africa.
- **Collaboration & Communication**: Work closely with partners from GIZ, UNEP, UN-Habitat, and others involved in the BOOST project to ensure alignment and successful collaboration.
- **Reporting & Documentation**: Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and publications to communicate project progress and outcomes to stakeholders.
- **Meetings & Workshops**: Attend monthly meetings in Potsdam and represent UEMI at international conferences, workshops, and events as required.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- **Education**: A Master’s or PhD degree in a relevant field such as Urban Planning, Transport Engineering, Environmental Studies or International Development.
- **Experience**:

- At least 7 years of project management experience in the international transport sector, with a strong emphasis on e-mobility.
- Proven track record of working on EU Horizon 2020 or equivalent international projects.
- Experience working in the African context, particularly in sustainable development and job creation initiatives.

**Skills**:

- Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Excellent research and analytical skills, with a focus on sustainability and e-mobility.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in English and basic proficiency in German.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting, with regular travel for meetings and fieldwork.

**Why Join Us?**
- **Impactful Work**: Be at the forefront of initiatives that aim to create sustainable urban mobility solutions and job opportunities in Africa and Europe.
- **Global Collaboration**: Work with leading international organizations and experts in the field of e-mobility and sustainable development.
- **Professional Growth**: Gain valuable experience in managing large-scale, high-impact projects with diverse stakeholders.

**How to Apply**

Art der Stelle: Vollzeit, Festanstellung, Befristeter Vertrag
Vertragsdauer: 24 Monate

Gehalt: 40.000,00€ - 70.000,00€ pro Jahr

Arbeitsort: Zum Teil im Homeoffice in 14467 Potsdam