Funding Analyst

Hydrogen Europe is the leading organization representing European based companies and stakeholders that are committed to moving towards a (circular) carbon neutral economy. With more than 520 companies and national associations as members, we encompass the entire value chain of the European hydrogen and fuel cell ecosystem. Our vision is to propel global carbon neutrality by accelerating European hydrogen industry and we are the industrial key partner of the Clean Hydrogen partnership.

Hydrogen Europe is seeking a dynamic and versatile professional to join our team as an Analyst specialising in European energy and climate funding schemes, policy, and industry partnerships. As an integral member of the Funding and Financing team, the Analyst will play a key role in facilitating access to funding for our members and contributing to the decarbonization goals in Europe. This position involves collaborating closely with the Trade team and reporting directly to the Chief Trade and Funding Officer.

Main responsibilities

• Funding access facilitation
• Identify, monitor and analyse EU funding opportunities for the sector,
• Map and analyse leading funding facilities and instruments from Member States
• Maintain a database of financial institutions active in the hydrogen sector, as well as leading startups and innovative projects
• Support the Funding and Financing Manager in tasks related to data modelling.
• Activities Portfolio management support
• Help the Funding and Financing manager structure the activities portfolio of the Funding and Financing team
• Lead strategy development, planning, and implementation of project management measures to ensure timely delivery of the team’s objectives
• Contribute to the writing of reports on public funding, private finance and business models relevant for the hydrogen industry.Ecosystem animation & content creation
• Establish and ensure constant communication with internal teams (Policy and Market, Advocacy and Communications, etc), regarding collaboration opportunities and access to relevant data
• Use proprietary and external data to help prepare content for panels and events related to public funding and private finance opportunities,
• Create content for the Funding and Financing Working Group, newsletters, members updates, ad hoc support meetings with members,

Hard skills

• A Master’s Degree in Economics, Business, Finance or Engineering
• 2-3 years minimum work experience in a consultancy, the private sector, or EU institutions with exposure to EU climate policy and funding opportunities.
• Robust quantitative background for detailed economic and data analyses. Experience in financial analysis or market modelling, would be positively assessed.
• Significant experience in addressing strategic, economic and regulatory issues in the energy and industry sector as well as an appetite to further develop their expertise in the hydrogen field.
• Ability to present work effectively to decision-makers
• Advanced experience with MS Excel – Any data management tool additional knowledge would be appreciated
• Excellent drafting skills: capacity to write clear and convincing documents for both technical and non-technical audiences,
• Excellent English speaking & writing skills.

Soft Skills:

• Flexibility and bringing a curious and creative mindset, open to new things and able to propose innovative ideas as well as quickly adapting to new topic areas.
• Ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team, even remotely.
• Strong time management skills and eye for detail.

Nice to have:

• A Knowledge in clean hydrogen technologies and their applications (energy, mobility, industry, buildings…),
• A good understanding of the private finance ecosystem (VCs, Infrastructure funds, non-recourse finance institutions etc)
• The capacity to assess financials of companies and bankability of projects and/or business cases,
• Proficiency in data management tools and database building,
• Additional languages.

What we offer:

• We offer a competitive remuneration package with generous extra-legal benefits,
• Flexible working from home policy,
• A dynamic, modern, and international workplace.

How to apply?

• Please fill in the form below and put “Analyst, Funding” as the position you’re applying for.
• Applications to be considered valid must include: a one-page covering letter, proof that you can live and work in Europe, and a CV. Please do not send anything else.
• Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Europe and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in Belgium.
• Any incomplete applications will be disregarded.
• The deadline for applications is 15.03.2024. Please be advised that the deadline for applications is 23:55on the day mentioned. Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.
• Applications will be reviewed as they come and the selection process may close as soon as a suitable candidate is shortlisted.
• If selected for consideration, you will be invited to interviews in the weeks following April 2nd, 2024.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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