Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe is Europe's largest coalition working on climate and energy issues.
With over 200 member organisations in more than 40 countries -- representing over 1700 NGO's and
more than 40 million citizens - CAN Europe works to prevent dangerous climate change and promote
sustainable climate and energy policy in Europe.
We're currently seeking a committed and motivated individual with demonstrated experience in energy
policy leadership and team management to lead our energy team and ensure coordination and
coherence of our energy work while providing strategic guidance across all energy-related activities. The
individual will engage and advise the Director in the organisational development and management of
the CAN Europe Network and secretariat, lead and line-manage the energy team to set the direction
for advocacy and campaign work on energy related issues, and represent the CAN Europe
secretariat and Network to NGOs, funders and decision-makers. This is a senior leadership role that
requires extensive line management responsibilities. The position is full time, to be based in
Belgium.
What impact you'll have:
You'll lead and manage CAN Europe's energy team while shaping our strategic energy policy
direction across Europe. As a senior leader, you'll directly line-manage multiple team members, guide
our energy advocacy strategy, and ensure our campaigns deliver maximum impact in accelerating the
clean energy transition. Your leadership will influence EU energy policy processes, coordinate our
network's advocacy efforts across 40+ countries, and shape high-level political strategies with Directors
and key stakeholders.
Required skills and experiences:
● At least 7-10 years of relevant professional experience including minimum 3-5 years in senior
management/leadership roles with proven line management experience
● Demonstrated experience s uccessfully leading and developing teams in NGO, policy, or
advocacy environments
● Strong track record in strategic planning, budget management, and organizational
development
● In-depth knowledge of EU institutions and energy policy processes, including practical experience
of multiple policy processes relating to energy transition, renewable energy, and climate
policy
● Experience in high-level stakeholder engagement including funders, decision-makers, and
coalition partners
● Excellent level of written and spoken English
● Outstanding communication, networking, and public speaking skills
● Proven ability to provide strategic guidance and coordinate complex multi-stakeholder
initiatives
● High level of motivation and ability to coordinate the achievement of complex objectives within
deadlines
● Exceptional people management skills with experience in performance management, team
development, and conflict resolution