Responsible for outcomes and reporting to the Innovation Board

Independent and ongoing evaluation of all ongoing Beyond Technology PIC Field activities regarding budget, timing, and impact

Identifying and evaluating new potential business opportunities that lead to proposals for new Beyond Market Fields

Self-sufficient orchestration and coordination of stakeholders within the innovation ecosystem, especially with Senior Expert Team and Leadership Team regarding Beyond Technology Fields

Coordination of multiple strategic projects for identifying and detailing potential Beyond Market Fields

Independent preparation and presentation of decision materials (e.g., presentations) for significant investment and business projects for the Venture Board, Executive Board as well as, if necessary, the Supervisory Board

Supporting and directing the development of a European research cluster in the field of PIC together with German and European authorities, universities, and partners.

Ten or more years of experience in global organizations that emphasize technology or innovation.

In-depth experience in managing innovation teams and overseeing multifaceted projects as a project manager

Existing leadership experience with startups or venture activities

Business-oriented perspective

Outstanding analytical capabilities and creative thought

Understanding of lateral leadership in medium and large project

Strategic and exploratory insights and capabilities

Well-versed in networking and communication

Leadership that is supportive as well as transformative

An in-depth awareness of the essential competencies in the global PIC domain and the capacity to convert those competencies into measures for achieving a market-shaping role.

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