Company Description About EIT RawMaterials As the world moves towards
a greener future, the demand for raw materials—minerals and
metals—is set to increase immensely over the next three decades.
Europe faces a critical challenge in securing a stable supply of these
essential resources. This challenge is where EIT RawMaterials steps
in. EIT RawMaterials is at the forefront of driving innovation and
sustainability in the raw materials sector. As an Innovation Community
within the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), we
collaborate with over 300 partners across industry, academia, and
research institutes. Together, we forge dynamic, long-term
partnerships to develop innovative solutions that meet Europe's
growing demand for raw materials. The Role We are seeking an
experienced Head of Academies (m/f/d) to provide operational
leadership for the European Raw Materials Academy and the European
Advanced Materials Academy. The European Raw Materials Academy and the
European Advanced Materials Academy are flagship European initiatives
that develop the skills and talent needed to strengthen Europe’s
competitiveness and industrial transformation in the raw and advanced
materials sectors. Reporting to the Director of Education & Skills,
the Head of Academies is responsible for translating strategic
priorities into operational delivery and ensuring the successful
implementation, scaling, and continuous improvement of both Academies.
The Head of Academies (m/f/d) provides direct line management to three
Senior Education Managers who collectively lead a multidisciplinary
team of approximately 20 colleagues. The ideal candidate combines
operational excellence with an entrepreneurial mindset and a proven
ability to scale digital education initiatives. Success will be
measured through learner growth, program quality, operational
performance, and delivery against agreed Academy KPIs. Key
Accountabilities The Head of Academies is accountable for: 1.
Operational Delivery • Translate strategic priorities into
operational plans and ensure successful delivery against agreed
objectives, KPIs, timelines, budgets, quality standards, and
compliance requirements. • Establish and maintain effective
operational processes, governance, reporting, and continuous
improvement across both Academies. 2. Education Portfolio & Digital
Learning Platforms • Lead the operational management and continuous
improvement of the Academies' digital learning ecosystem, providing
recommendations to support strategic decision-making. • Drive
learner growth, program quality, and an excellent learner experience
through effective operational management and data-informed
decision-making. 3. Team Leadership • Lead, coach, and support the
Senior Managers responsible for Operations, Course Development, and
Partnerships. • Foster a high-performing, collaborative, and
accountable multidisciplinary team. 4. Operational Performance &
Resources • Manage operational budgets within agreed frameworks,
supplier relationships, and procurement activities to support the
successful delivery of both Academies and ensure efficient and
compliant use of resources. • Develop, monitor, and report on
Academy KPIs, analyse operational performance, identify risks and
opportunities, and recommend continuous improvement initiatives. 5.
Stakeholder Collaboration • Maintain productive relationships with
internal teams and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment,
successful delivery, and sustainable growth of both Academies. What
We’re Looking For Required • Experience leading professional
learning, education, or workforce development programs. • Proven
success scaling digital education, EdTech, or professional learning
initiatives. • Operational leadership and program management
experience, including digital learning platforms and Learning
Management Systems. • Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary
teams and delivering against ambitious KPIs and operational
objectives. • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder
management skills. • Excellent written and spoken English. Desirable
• Background in EdTech, professional education, or corporate
learning and development. • Experience building or scaling education
academies, digital learning platforms, or comparable education
initiatives. • Familiarity with EU-funded projects, Horizon Europe,
Erasmus+, or the EIT ecosystem. • Understanding of quality
assurance, certification, credentials, and micro-credentials. •
Working knowledge of additional European languages. What We Offer •
The opportunity to lead the operational scaling of two flagship
European Academies with significant strategic impact. • Join a
committed, mission-driven team working at the intersection of
education, innovation, industry, and European policy. • Work with
leading European universities, industry partners, and public-sector
organisations to help shape the future workforce for the raw and
advanced materials sectors. • Hybrid working environment in Berlin.
• Competitive salary. Position Details • Location: Berlin,
Germany. • Contract: Full-time. • Duration: Fixed-term contract
until 2029, with the possibility of extension. • Travel: Occasional
travel within Europe is required. • Reports to: Director of
Education & Skills, EIT RawMaterials. Commitment to Diversity: EIT
RawMaterials is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage
applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background.