(Senior) Strategic Project Manager (m/f/d) of the European Mobility Data Space

acatech – the National Academy of Science and Engineering – provides policymakers and society with independent, evidence-based advice for the public good. Its work spans a wide range of topics, from digitalisation and artificial intelligence to the future of energy supply, mobility, sustainable resource use, education, and technology communication. Experts from science, business, and society collaborate to develop sound strategies and bring them into public and political discussions. Funded by the federal government and the Free State of Bavaria, acatech ensures that technology-related issues are addressed at the forefront of scientific and technological advancements, enabling sustainable and forward-looking decisions.

We are a dynamic, interdisciplinary team of over 200 professionals who coordinate acatech's activities from our offices in Munich, Berlin, and Brussels.

To support the coordination of a 3-year EU-funded project (November 2023 – October 2026) contributing to the establishment of the European Mobility Data Space and to drive the development of new European initiatives in areas such as mobility, data governance, and AI, we are looking for a

(Senior) Strategic Project Manager (m/f/d)

(Reference number 20/2025)

The position is based in Munich or Berlin and is ideally suited to candidates with experience in European-level mobility, data, or digital infrastructure projects.

This role combines hands-on management of a major EU-funded project with strategic development of new initiatives at the European level. You will oversee project delivery, ensure synergies with related national and European projects and lead the development of new proposals – particularly in the fields of mobility innovation, urban data governance and data sharing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing to project deliverables and supporting the strategic direction of activities related to data governance, legal frameworks, technical implementation, and use case development.
• Leading the development of new EU project proposals, including concept development, stakeholder coordination, and drafting of funding applications – particularly in the fields of cooperative, connected and automated mobility (CCAM), AI governance, and data infrastructures.
• Designing and facilitating peer-learning activities with representatives of local pilots to support governance harmonisation, alignment of technical standards, and the development of shared approaches to data sharing.
• Coordinating monitoring and evaluation efforts, including the collection and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data to assess project outcomes and performance across pilot cities and regions.
• Facilitating strategic meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements (online and in-person) to ensure productive collaboration and clear outcomes through the use of effective tools and structured processes.
• Maintaining close communication with internal and external stakeholders, including regular reporting to the European Commission.
• Representing the project in European networks, conferences, and expert groups, with occasional travel required.
• Identifying strategic opportunities to build on project results and expand acatech's involvement in European innovation and policy initiatives related to digital mobility and data governance.

Please note that project activities are diverse and tasks are somewhat flexible. Depending on your expertise and motivation to develop specific skills, you will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions in various areas, such as cross-border governance, standardisation processes, or common technical infrastructure, etc.

Key competencies required:

• Master's degree (or PhD) in a relevant field, such as political science, public policy, urban planning, information systems, (business) engineering or law.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in EU project development (Horizon Europe, Digital Europe, etc.) and/or strategic project management, ideally in fields related to mobility, smart cities, digital transformation, or data governance.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multi-stakeholder, cross-cultural environments, including with public authorities, research institutions, and industry partners.
• Strong organisational and facilitation skills, with experience managing complex projects and collaborative processes across distributed teams.
• Strong attention to detail and quality management experience as well as a proactive and results-driven approach to project management.
• Fluency in English (C2) and German (C2) is required.

• A chance to shape the future of European mobility, digital governance, and innovation ecosystems and to enhance skills in EU project acquisition and management.
• Competitive salary (corresponding to the German public sector pay scale up to E14 TVöD, depending on experience and qualifications).
• An international, open-minded team with a hands-on mentality.
• A dynamic work environment that balances independent responsibility with strong collaborative support, including guidance and sparring with experienced team members.
• Flat hierarchies, flexible working hours and the possibility to work remotely.

• Access to a broad network of high-level stakeholders from policy, academia, and industry.

The selected candidates will start as soon as possible on a full-time basis (39h/week), based in one of our offices in Munich or Berlin, with the possibility to work remotely. The position is initially limited to the project period (until end of October 2026) with the possibility of renewal and involvement in follow-up activities.

We value diversity and welcome applications from highly motivated individuals regardless of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health, or disabilities.

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