To support our team in Berlin, we are looking – as soon as possible – for a

Researcher with Expertise in Water and Climate Adaptation Policy

Full or part-time

We look forward to welcoming you as a graduate with expertise in national and European water policy and water resources management, as well as climate adaptation policy.

Your tasks:

• Supporting projects with a focus on water resources management and the water economy, particularly on the design and effectiveness of blue-green infrastructure and other climate adaptation measures
• Preparing quantitative and qualitative evaluations, literature reviews, and case studies
• Contributing to the preparation of project reports as well as the communication of project results to different target groups
• Supporting ongoing projects
• Supporting the acquisition of new projects
• Supporting the conception and implementation of project related events

Your profile:

• You have completed a master's degree in environmental planning, water resources management, geography, environmental science or equivalent with a focus on water and climate adaptation.
• You possess analytical skills and have experience using qualitative and quantitative survey methods.
• You possess knowledge of integrated water resources management and climate adaptation, data analysis, and current policy developments in the field; knowledge of adaptation measures and/or nature-based solutions is a plus.
• Knowledge of organizing, holding, and moderating events is a plus.
• You enjoy working both independently and as part of a team and appreciate working in an interdisciplinary and international environment.
• Professional level of German is a must, very good knowledge of English is desirable.

What we offer:

• You will work in a leading international environmental policy think tank that develops solutions for the most pressing environmental policy challenges of our time. Your work will be scientifically sound and politically independent –in constant exchange with experts and decision-makers from politics, research, business, and civil society.
• As part of an international team, you will experience a pleasant working atmosphere in a flexible and family-friendly environment with flat hierarchies and the opportunity for mobile work.
• You will work on projects in a team and develop your professional profile. In doing so, you can build on the excellent references and networks of the institute.
• We will guide you and open space for creativity and further training opportunities to deepen your expertise and develop professionally.
• We offer you an employment contract with appropriate remuneration, initially limited to two years, with the intention of long term-employment.

Interested?

Please apply online with the following documents:

✓ Cover letter
✓ CV
✓ Work samples (German and English, maximum 20 pages in total)
✓ Certificates
✓ References

Deadline for applications: 24 September 2023

We look forward to your application!

For questions, please contact our HR Manager Ms Verena Stange via 030 86880-122 or per Email verena.stange@ecologic.eu

Diversity of disciplines, backgrounds and experiences strengthens re-search and society. We therefore welcome all applications. Selection criteria are solely the job requirements and the qualifications of the applicants. We therefore also ask you to refrain from sending photos as part of the application.

By the way: Ecologic has been voted the Top Environment Policy Think Tank. Find out more here!