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Grants Expert focus Netherlands (f/m/d)

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Uniper

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Research & Development
  • Rotterdam

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in law, economics, or political science, experience in funding management, understanding of energy markets, strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, and fluency in English and Dutch.
  • You will research grant opportunities, develop proposals and budgets, manage grant lifecycle, ensure compliance, collaborate with teams, evaluate projects, and build relationships with funders.

Requirements

  • - University degree in either law, economics or political science
  • - Several years of professional experience in Funding Management including an understanding of relevant regulations, policies and best practices governing grant funding
  • - Understanding of energy markets, together with a sound commercial understanding
  • - Existing network in the field of funding preferred
  • - An integrative and pragmatic personality with the ability to effectively manage stakeholders and interfaces
  • - Ability to quickly connect with others and motivate in times of tight and challenging deadlines
  • - Precise and accurate working method
  • - Analytical skills and ability to understand complex topics and describe them in an understandable manner
  • - Intercultural competence
  • - Excellent skills in MS Office 365 applications
  • - Professional command of English and Dutch (another language of a Uniper core country beneficial)

Responsibilities

  • Your responsibilities
  • Researching Grant Opportunities: Identifying potential funding sources that align with Uniper's strategy
  • Proposal Development: Writing compelling grant proposals that clearly articulate Uniper growth project's mission, objectives, and intended use of funds
  • Budget Management: Developing accurate budgets for grant proposals and monitoring expenses throughout the grant period
  • Grant Administration: Overseeing the entire lifecycle of grants, from application submission to final reporting, ensuring compliance with all requirements and deadlines
  • Collaboration and Communication: Working closely with the project teams of Unipers New Green Power and Gas Area, as well as Business Controlling, Finance, Corporate Communication and Governmental Relations as well as ESG, Tax, Risk teams and external partners to gather information, coordinate activities and ensure effective implementation of grant-funded projects
  • Evaluation and Reporting: Monitoring project progress, collecting data and preparing reports to demonstrate outcomes and impact to grantors
  • Compliance and Risk Management: Staying informed about relevant regulations and policies governing grant funding and proactively addressing any compliance issues or risks
  • Relationship Building: Cultivating relationships with funders, stakeholders and other organizations to enhance opportunities for funding and collaboration
  • The underlying project portfolio include activities in the field of hydrogen and hydrogen derivatives, green energy imports, decarbonisation of conventional power generation, battery storage and other developing technologies to decarbonise the energy industry with the exception of renewable energies

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Grants Expert focus Netherlands?

The main responsibilities include researching grant opportunities, proposal development, budget management, grant administration, collaboration and communication with project teams, evaluation and reporting, compliance and risk management, relationship building, and overseeing projects related to decarbonisation technologies.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have a university degree in law, economics, or political science, along with several years of experience in funding management and a strong understanding of relevant regulations and policies.

Is experience in the energy sector necessary for this role?

While not strictly required, a solid understanding of energy markets and a commercial understanding is preferred for this position.

How important is networking for this role?

Having an existing network in the field of funding is preferred, as it can enhance opportunities for funding and collaboration.

What personal qualities are desirable for the Grants Expert role?

An integrative and pragmatic personality, strong stakeholder management abilities, precise working methods, analytical skills, intercultural competence, and the ability to connect with and motivate others under tight deadlines are all desirable traits.

Are there language requirements for this position?

Yes, professional command of English and Dutch is required, with knowledge of another language from a Uniper core country being beneficial.

What tools or software should the Grants Expert be proficient in?

Excellent skills in MS Office 365 applications are required for this position.

How does the role involve collaboration with other teams?

The Grants Expert will work closely with various project teams, including New Green Power and Gas Area, Finance, Corporate Communication, Governmental Relations, and ESG, Tax, and Risk teams to gather information and coordinate activities.

What types of projects will the Grants Expert be involved in?

The role focuses on projects related to hydrogen and hydrogen derivatives, green energy imports, decarbonisation of conventional power generation, battery storage, and developing technologies for decarbonising the energy industry, excluding renewable energies.

What does the evaluation and reporting responsibility involve?

This involves monitoring project progress, collecting data, and preparing reports to demonstrate outcomes and impact to grantors.

Uniper

Accelerating the energy transition with flexible, balanced and bespoke solutions

Energy
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2016
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

From gas fields and power stations to international energy markets, Uniper helps keep energy reliable. Uniper ranks among large generation and trading companies in Europe and combines a balanced portfolio of technologically advanced large-scale assets with outstanding technical and commercial expertise. These assets and capabilities enable us to deliver bespoke, competitively priced energy products and services with agility, precision and speed. At Uniper you will find a unique combination of highly experienced professionals teaming up with innovative personalities. Together we are guiding the direction of energy generation and gas supply at the beginning of a new era for the industry.