EIT InnoEnergy is the number one innovation engine for sustainable energy across Europe supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT).

For us, true sustainability also means an industry that is commercially viable, endlessly innovative, and highly competitive. We make this possible by supporting the market adoption of pioneering new innovations, without risk or complexity. From mobility to construction - from renewable energy sources to smarter storage - our commercially attractive innovations are nurtured in EIT InnoEnergy's trusted ecosystem. Since when we were founded in 2010, we have judged over 4500 investment proposals, invested in nearly 450 assets, which have a forecasted revenue of €16 billion. In addition, 1,400 alumni have graduated from our Master and PhD School programmes, many of whom work for prestigious companies such as Tesla, Siemens, Total and own investments like Northvolt. We also bring together 500+ key players from across the energy value chain, from 18 different countries, who have indirect access to 150 million energy consumers. The activities of EIT InnoEnergy are managed through our regional offices located in Benelux, Central Europe, France, Germany, Iberia and Scandinavia.

The Benelux team is led by a CEO and has the following functional areas: Business Creation (investments in start-ups), Innovation (investments in innovation projects in the thematic field of Smart Buildings and Cities), European Green Hydrogen Acceleration Center (EGHAC; investments in green hydrogen value chains), Business Development (sales support for our assets), Marketing, and Finance. EIT InnoEnergy operates through a matrix structure.

To support the EBA academy, we have a job opening for a

Business Development and Ecosystem Manager

EBA Battery Academy (Nordics and beyond)

The European Battery Alliance (EBA) Academy, is an EU-supported initiative to support the transformation of European industry towards an electrified and green future. In cooperation with local training partners (“Local and national training ecosystem”) and industrial customers, the EBA develops curricula, training contents and skilling/ HR services that cover the HR requirements of the battery industry. For this purpose, the EBA can access a network of industrial partners.

Experts expect up to 4 million new jobs in the battery industry in the next few years. As a result, by 2025, about 800,000 employees, from workers to engineers, will need to be trained, re- or upskilled to meet this demand. The Nordic countries, with Sweden and Norway at the forefront, are in a strong and leading position for this new industry, with several relevant industry projects like Northvolt, but also a vibrant car-industry. So the demand of re- and upskilling is huge.

For this pioneering work, we are looking for an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial and hands-on Business Development Manager and Ecosystem Manager who wants to meet this challenge together with the future industry and training partners mainly in the Nordics region.

The successful candidate will work as part of a central EBA Academy team, with strong ties to the local EIT InnoEnergy Go-To Market managers for the Nordics region, based in Stockholm. Due to the nature and positioning of the project, the successful candidate will be able to serve in a strongly commercially driven environment with a sense and understanding of the world of public funding (EU and national) and public funded education.

• Develop and increase business and market success (sales and revenue) for EBA Academy in the Nordics countries jointly with the EIT InnoEnergy Go-To market team
• This will be achieved by the establishment of an education ecosystem with industry, training providers and the public sector (Even on government level if possible)
• Identification of business potentials and their realization with partners in the field of Battery training and education/ HR services jointly with the EBA Academy central solutions and delivery team
• Hands-on and result driven end2end responsibility from lead generation to contract conclusion and the full account management cycle (Incl. structured account growth)
• Be part of the EU/ global EBA Academy business team to succeed our mission as well as our growth ambitions

You have

• Successfully completed university studies in pedagogy, adult education, or business administration
• At least 5 years+ experience in relevant functions either within the commercial education sector or within industry L&D processes (Automotive sector preferred)
• Ideally several years of experience in sales, revenue responsibility and/ or (strategic) account or partner management with a demonstrated success record
• Overview of financial instruments and public funding opportunities for re- upskilling and the purpose of EBA Academy in the Nordics countries as well as on EU level welcome
• In general, a broad experience in the field of professional education, training and learning products and future trends and innovations is welcome
• Ideally, first experience in the field of engineering trainings and the automotive industry (Or other industries related to batteries and electrification)
• Conceptual and operational knowledge of a broad range of E-Learning and Training instruments, with conceptual knowledge of latest trends such as AR and VR
• Strong strategist with analytical mindset and the right feeling for business opportunities
• Start-Up and hands-on Mindset, with a strong will to build up things from scratch with a solid financial project background
• Travelling is integral part of the job, in average 30% of the time

This position is based at EIT Innoenergy’s office in Stockholm. An EU valid work permit is required.

• Working at the forefront of changing our world into a sustainable world
• An exciting and energizing environment
• An excellent remuneration package Salary/ Bonus/ Pension & leave scheme/ flexible work environment
• Room for personal development

For more information about this exciting opportunity, you can contact Mike Ruigrok (Human Resources) via 06-10896180.

At EIT Innoenergy we are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our dedicated talents, start-ups, scale ups, external stakeholders and shareholders contribute to an unique ecosystem and different perspectives because of these diverse attributes.

To build a sustainable, long-lasting operational framework amongst the three actors of the knowledge triangle in the energy sector: industry, research and higher education, while ensuring that the integration of the three is more efficient and has a higher impact on innovation (talent, technology, companies) than the three standing alone.

To become the leading engine for innovation and entrepreneurship in sustainable energy.

Pan-European:              We cover and capitalise the fascinating diversity of Europe.

Integrative:                   We ceaselessly co-operate, integrate, synthesise, melt, and merge.

Entrepreneurial:           It’s in EIT InnoEnergy’s DNA to be entrepreneurs for sustainability.

Impact-oriented:           Everything we do is directed to create the maximum impact.

Excellence-driven:         We thrive to be the best, work with and create the best impact.

Visionary:                     We dare to be visionary, to think beyond boundaries, to scrutinise rules.

Passionate:                   We are bursting to develop cutting-edge-solutions & optimum results.

Sustainable:                  We are here to stay. We care and work for the energy-future of Europe.

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