Principal Investigator, Shell Climate Case
Do you want to make a difference in the fight against polluting companies? As lead researcher for the Shell Climate Case, you’ll be a strong, confident leader. You’ll lead the research team, shape the strategy, and work with lawyers and experts on a groundbreaking climate case.
Is this something for you?
We are currently looking for a:
Principal Investigator, Shell Climate Case (0.8 FTE / 30 hours per week)
Location: Amsterdam
What will you be doing?
- You lead the team of researchers for the Shell Climate Case.
- You will coordinate and oversee the project management of the Shell Climate Case, prepare strategic decisions, and ensure the project stays on track.
- You will identify and discuss strategic dilemmas with senior management and our attorneys.
- You will serve as the spokesperson for the organization in dealings with the media.
- You will help shape our policy regarding the oil and gas industry.
- You will monitor scientific developments and analyze and interpret information relevant to the Shell Climate Case.
- You will initiate studies, consult with experts, and participate in panel discussions.
- You will give presentations on the Shell Climate Case and represent the team at external meetings.
What are you bringing?
- You have an academic level of work and thinking.
- You have a strong personality and a great sense of responsibility.
- You have proven expertise in the field of the energy transition and fossil fuel companies, for example through at least 4 years of relevant work experience.
- You are able to build and maintain a network of relevant experts.
- You're good at setting priorities, planning, and keeping track of things.
- Your leadership style is coaching-oriented
- You are flexible and willing to consult and work outside of office hours when necessary.
- You have an excellent command of spoken and written Dutch and English.
If you don’t see yourself in all of these points but still think this position is a good fit for you, we strongly encourage you to apply!
Who do you work with?
As a principal investigator, you will work in a research team with diverse areas of expertise that collaborates closely with our attorneys. You will also work with colleagues in the Policy & Advocacy department and other departments. In addition, you will maintain contact with senior management, national and international networks of civil society organizations, and academics.
What do we offer?
- A one-year contract with the option to extend.
- A starting salary, depending on your knowledge and experience, ranging from €4,405 to €5,400 for full-time employment. At Milieudefensie, this is a 37.5-hour workweek.
- Your own laptop that you take home with you every day, so you can work from home as well.
- The ability to arrange your work hours flexibly.
- The option to exchange (Christian) holidays for other holidays.
- A casual and open work environment with enthusiastic colleagues.
- A sufficient travel allowance, work-from-home allowance, and leave policy.
- An office in Amsterdam (Overamstel), accessible by bike and public transportation.
- Fresh fruit every day and a vegan lunch three days a week for a small fee.
- Free access to the OpenUp interactive platform for mental well-being.
Milieudefensie staff work partly from home. We meet both online and in the office.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive to build a diverse workforce with balanced representation across gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and ethnic background. That is why we especially encourage people from groups that are underrepresented within the climate movement to apply.
Want to apply right away?
Interested? Please upload your cover letter (maximum 1 A4 page) and resume, both in PDF format, byMonday, December 8, via the online application form.
The first round of interviews will take place on Monday, December 15. The second round will take place onThursday, December 18. A task may be part of the second round.
Do you have any questions?
If you have any questions about this job opening, please contact Boukje de Haan, Climate Affairs Team Leader, at boukje.de.haan@milieudefensie.nl or 020 550 7300.
>You can find more information about our application process here.
>You can find information about working at Milieudefensie here.
This job opening is being advertised both internally and externally. We do not welcome unsolicited recruitment inquiries regarding this position.
Top photo: Members of the Climate Affairs team pose in front of the Palace of Justice. © Muzi Ndiweni
