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We have a great opportunity for a Strategic Energy Innovation Analyst. The role will support the Energised Futures team by closely monitoring the evolving energy innovation landscape, identifying emerging market trends, gaps, and opportunities to drive meaningful progress. A key responsibility will be the development of novel business models that effectively capitalise on these insights, contributing to the team’s strategic direction. In addition, the role will involve actively sourcing relevant grants, calls for proposals, and conferences to support both current and future initiatives. By aligning these activities with the team’s wider research strategy, the position will play a vital role in advancing impactful and sustainable energy solutions.
About the role:
1. Monitor and analyse energy innovation trends, market shifts, and emerging technologies
2. Support strategy development and execution by providing research, analysis, and recommendations on high-priority projects
3. Develop and propose novel business models to commercialise energy innovation opportunities
4. Identify and source funding and collaboration opportunities from regional, national, and European research grants and programmes
5. Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies, industry experts, academic institutions, and innovation networks
6. Support market-shaping efforts by analysing and influencing energy policy, energy market regulatory frameworks, and market structures
7. Present innovation insights and opportunities to the team, ensuring the organisation remains at the forefront of energy innovation
Here's what we're looking for:
8. Some proven professional experience in the energy sector, with a focus on energy innovation, technology development, or energy strategy
9. Experience leading or contributing to strategic initiatives, with a proven track record of driving projects to successful outcome
10. Familiarity with collaborating across internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to achieve common goals
11. Proficient in navigating research funding mechanisms, with hands-on experience in identifying and securing grants and subsidies, particularly within regional, national, and European funding programs (e.g., Horizon Europe, EU Innovation Fund).
12. Experience in developing innovative business models, with a strong foundation in business case creation, value proposition design, and go-to-market strategies
13. In-depth knowledge of energy policy, regulatory frameworks, and market structures at local, national, and international levels
Why should you apply?
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