Specialist, Transforming Industrial Ecosystems in Genève

pp(temporary position, from October 2026 to June 2027, Geneva based) /p pThe World Economic Forum is an independent, not-for-profit organization, headquartered in Geneva, with offices in New York, San Francisco, Beijing, and Tokyo. /p pWe are the trusted platform for public-private cooperation where leaders come together to understand global challenges and drive action across sectors and regions. We create spaces where different stakeholders engage openly, build trust, and collaborate to help solve shared global challenges. /p h3Context and why we are recruiting /h3 pThe Forum’s Centre for Energy and Materials (CENMAT) serves as the multi-stakeholder platform that enables building new leadership coalitions and delivering cutting-edge insights required for a sustainable, secure, and equitable energy future. The Centre engages leaders from the public and private sectors to deliver new insights and collaborations at the global, regional, and national levels. Through our programmes and activities, CENMAT creates impact and value for constituents in business, government, and civil society /p pCENMAT’s Transforming Industrial Ecosystems (TIE) programme supports the transformation of industrial ecosystems to drive economic growth, employment and reduce CO2e emissions through the Transitioning Industrial Clusters (TIC) initiative. /p pThe successful candidate will play a leading role in shaping and delivering the TIE programme’s initiatives, research and partner engagement. They will manage projects and workstreams, cultivate relationships with senior stakeholders, coordinate cross-functional teams and contribute to high-quality insights, events and knowledge products that advance industrial transformation. /p pThe role requires a strategic thinker and experienced project manager who can translate complex energy and industrial topics into actionable programmes, compelling narratives and meaningful opportunities for collaboration. /p h3Reporting line and how is this role embedded in the wider team /h3 pThe Specialist reports to the Manager, Transforming Industrial Ecosystems. /p pThe successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across CENMAT and the wider Forum, as well as senior leaders and experts from business, government, academia and civil society. /p h3What will you be responsible for /h3 h3Lead strategic projects /h3 ul liLead selected TIE programme projects and TIC workstreams from scoping and planning through delivery, evaluation and follow-up. /li liDevelop project plans, milestones and governance structures; coordinate internal teams, external experts and partners; and proactively manage risks, dependencies and resources. /li liSupport industrial clusters in developing shared visions, practical action plans and collaboration models that can generate scalable approaches to industrial transformation. /li liMonitor progress and outcomes, capture lessons learned, and provide clear updates and recommendations to programme leadership. /li /ul h3Build and manage senior partner engagement /h3 ul liDevelop and manage relationships with senior representatives from companies, industry associations, governments, international organizations and other stakeholders. /li liSupport the execution of partner engagement strategies for the TIC initiative and broader TIE Program. /li liPrepare and lead partner meetings, consultations, working sessions, community dialogues and workshops, ensuring clear value and actionable outcomes. /li liIdentify opportunities to expand participation, deepen collaboration and connect partners with relevant Forum initiatives and networks. /li liRepresent the TIE programme in selected internal and external engagements, demonstrating credibility on industrial transformation and energy transition topics. /li /ul h3Lead foresight, research and thought leadership /h3 ul liLead or substantially contribute to foresight products, research reports, strategic analyses, briefings and knowledge products on industrial transformation, decarbonization and related energy topics. /li liTranslate quantitative and qualitative analysis into clear insights, recommendations and narratives for senior decision-makers. /li liIdentify emerging trends, risks and opportunities, and oversee the development of presentations, dashboards and other communications materials that strengthen the Forum’s thought leadership. /li /ul h3Drive programme operations, events and institutional coordination /h3 ul liSupport annual planning and the effective operation of the TIE Program, including internal coordination, decision tracking, meeting preparation, follow-up and knowledge management. /li liLead or contribute to the design and delivery of sessions at World Economic Forum meetings and other high-level events, including agendas, speaker briefs, moderation materials and follow-up communications. /li liCoordinate programme input into wider CENMAT and Forum processes, ensuring alignment, consistency and timely delivery. /li liContribute to process improvement, team effectiveness and the development of more junior colleagues through knowledge sharing, mentoring and informal guidance. /li /ul h3What core knowledge, skills and experience are we looking to add to our team /h3 h3Domain Knowledge and Experience /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in international relations, business administration, sustainability, energy, industrial transformation or a related discipline. /li li6–7 years of relevant professional experience in the private, public or non-profit sector, with demonstrated expertise in energy transition, industrial transformation, decarbonization, energy systems, energy economics or climate policy. Experience working with business and industry stakeholders is highly desirable /li /ul h3Core Skills /h3 ul liDemonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, research initiatives, communities or programmes, including planning, coordination, delivery, risk management and follow-up. /li liStrong analytical and data-management skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. /li liExperience building relationships with senior stakeholders and working effectively across diverse, international and cross-functional environments. /li liExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling reports, presentations, briefings and other materials for senior audiences. /li liA proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with sound judgement, strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and move work forward collaboratively. /li /ul h3Why join us /h3 pJoin an independent and impartial organization with over 55 years of connecting leaders to make sense of global challenges and move the world forward together. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr