Project Manager in Sustainability

il y a 2 semaines


Luxembourg, Luxembourg Université du Luxembourg Temps plein
The
University of Luxembourg is an
international research university with a distinctly
multilingual and
interdisciplinary character.

The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world.

The University's faculties and interdisciplinary centres ;focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History.

In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine.

Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its "international outlook," #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.


The University is committed to including sustainability in its operations and functioning to become a sustainable university in all its aspects.

Initiatives and actions have been launched not only to raise awareness, communicate, and inform university staff and students, but also to integrate sustainability into its operational processes (building management, energy consumption, procurement, mobility, waste management, campus life and societal commitment).


To accelerate the ecological transition of the University and its activities, we are looking for a Project Manager in Sustainability to assist the Chief Sustainable Officer in identifying and managing projects aimed at further anchoring the University in a sustainable operational management.

We're looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place

Your Role
:

In this context, the Project Manager will be in charge of:

  • Conceptualizing and managing projects in the field of sustainability:
  • Defining project objectives, scope and responsibilities
  • Preparing detailed project plan with key milestones, and activities
  • Tracking projects and providing reports to the Chief Sustainable Officer and UL management upon request
  • Managing and adjusting any changes in the project scope or schedule
  • Enabling the transformation of UL processes and procedures in order to integrate sustainability into the functions of the University
  • Accompanying staff wishing to implement sustainability in their organisation through continuous advice, training, and engagement discussions
  • Coordinating relationships with stakeholders and communication activities around sustainable projects, such as:
  • Presentation of projects' results as experienced by staff, students, and external partners
  • Acting as point of liaison for staff and students towards sustainability actions (individual actions and behaviors, support and adherence to the University's sustainable measures)
  • Establishing partnerships with students around sustainable projects (e.g., creating a green office or similar)
  • Creation and animation of an internal network of sustainability ambassadors to bring these themes to life within the University's entities and their staff
  • Active involvement in the organisation of events or other outreach activities to promote sustainability

What we expect from you:

Strong sensitivity to the themes of ecological transition and in-depth knowledge of current issues.

  • Master's degree (or equivalent) in the field of sustainable development and sustainability (environment, ecodevelopment, corporate social responsibility, circular economy, energy transition). Applicants with a master's degree in other disciplines, but with strong knowledge in sustainable development will be also considered
  • At least 3 years of proven experience in sustainability
  • Proven working experience in project management (administrative and budgetary planning, mobilisation of resources and teams, coordination of parties, communication of results)
  • Excellent command of English, fluency in French. German and/or Luxembourgish will be considered as an asset
  • Command of MS Office suite. Knowledge and use of graphics, web management and video software would be appreciated
  • High capacity for analysis and synthesis
  • Solid organisational and multitasking skills
  • Very good written and verbal communication skills
  • Passionate about the global issues of sustainable development and sustainability in organisations

In Short
:

  • Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
  • Foreseen start date: April 202
  • Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
  • Location: Belval
  • Internal Title: Project manager
  • Job Reference: UOL05560

How to apply
:

Applications should include:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover letter
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