Community Manager (m/f/d) for European Raw Materials Academy
Posted 2025-08-23
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
<p><strong>Community Manager</strong> (m/f/d) for European Raw Materials Academy </p><p><strong>Location</strong>: 100% Remote work available across Europe </p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong> </p><p>At <strong>EIT RawMaterials</strong>, we play a critical role in Europe’s green energy transition. Our mission is to ensure a sustainable supply of raw materials essential for future clean technologies. </p><p>In collaboration with over 400 partners – including top companies, research institutes, and academic institutions – we lead groundbreaking initiatives that drive innovation, education, and entrepreneurship. Our goal: a climate-neutral, resource-resilient Europe by 2050. </p><p><strong>Position Overview: The Raw Materials Academy Initiative</strong> </p><p>The <strong>Raw Materials</strong> <strong>Academy </strong>Initiative is a flagship programme of EIT RawMaterials, designed to deliver high-impact, market-responsive training across Europe. It connects industry, professionals, SMEs with certified training providers and VET institutions to bridge skills gaps in raw materials. </p><p>We are building a large-scale network of training providers and subject matter experts to deliver custom and professional courses at scale. To drive this, we are hiring a <strong>Community Manager</strong> (m/f/d) to lead network development, coordination, and quality assurance activities – with a focus on <strong>Vocational Education and Training (VET)</strong>. </p><p><strong>The Role</strong> </p><p>As the <strong>Community Manager </strong>(m/f/d), you will be responsible for cultivating, scaling, and managing a pan-European network of certified training providers, particularly within the VET ecosystem. Your work will ensure that the Academy delivers timely, high-quality, and market-aligned education through a growing network of learning partners. </p><p>You will play a critical role in onboarding providers, enabling delivery, and supporting the long-term sustainability of the initiative. Your efforts will directly support the Academy’s commercialization goals and strategic alignment with industry needs. </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong> </p><p><em>Community Leadership and Strategy</em> </p><ul><li>Design and implement the community engagement and certification strategy across Europe’s VET ecosystem. </li></ul><ul><li>Develop and maintain relationships with VET providers, regional institutions, and local training partners. </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure all training partners meet quality, content, and delivery standards. </li></ul><p><em>Operational Management</em> </p><ul><li>Lead recruitment, onboarding, and capacity-building activities for certified training providers. </li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate with subject matter experts and external providers to ensure full geographic and thematic coverage. </li></ul><ul><li>Manage associated risks related to partner performance and delivery consistency. </li></ul><p><em>Platform & Ecosystem Coordination</em> </p><ul><li>Act as the central liaison between training providers, the platform team, and other internal units. </li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate closely with the Commercialization Manager to align partner delivery with the Academy’s revenue model. </li></ul><ul><li>Support the platform integration of new partners and ensure smooth learner journeys. </li></ul><p><em>Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance</em> </p><ul><li>Track KPIs and monitor partner performance across the Academy's offerings. </li></ul><ul><li>Provide input into strategic reporting, evaluation, and quality assurance processes. </li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to the Academy’s roadmap, including content planning and network scaling. </li></ul><p><em>Stakeholder Engagement</em> </p><ul><li>Represent the Academy in relevant stakeholder meetings, summits, and events across Europe. </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure community input informs the platform roadmap and course development pipeline. </li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Requirements</strong> </p><p><em>Experience</em> </p><ul><li>Proven experience managing networks or communities within the education, skills, or innovation sectors. </li></ul><ul><li>Strong familiarity with the VET landscape in Europe, including national/regional training providers, certification processes, and labor market alignment. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience coordinating delivery with external contributors, including SMEs and learning organizations. </li></ul><p><em>Skills</em> </p><ul><li>Exceptional stakeholder engagement, onboarding, and coordination skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Proficiency in managing operational delivery of educational programs at scale. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience with digital tools and platforms for education delivery or network management. </li></ul><ul><li>Project management certification (PRINCE2, PMP) or demonstrated equivalent experience is a plus. </li></ul><p><em>Competencies</em> </p><ul><li>Strategic thinker with hands-on execution skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills in English (C2 level); additional European languages are a plus. </li></ul><ul><li>Analytical, organized, and able to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. </li></ul><p><em>Personal Qualities</em> </p><ul><li>Entrepreneurial mindset and strong ownership mentality. </li></ul><ul><li>Comfortable navigating ambiguity and complexity. </li></ul><ul><li>Passionate about education, industry transformation, and digital innovation. </li></ul><p><em>Travel</em> </p><ul><li>Willingness to travel occasionally across Europe to engage with stakeholders and providers in-person. </li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong> </p><ul><li><strong>Impactful Work</strong>: Contribute directly to Europe’s green and digital transitions by scaling access to critical skills. </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Dynamic Team</strong>: Join a driven, international group of professionals passionate about systemic change. </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Flexibility</strong>: Enjoy 100% remote work with flexibility and autonomy to shape your role. </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Learning & Growth</strong>: You’ll be trained on everything you need – from tools and processes to content and stakeholder management. </li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Our Recruitment Process</strong> </p><p>We’re looking for driven professionals ready to build something meaningful. </p><ol><li><strong>Application Review</strong> – Our team will review your CV thoroughly. Please submit in English. </li></ol><ol><li><strong>Initial Interview (30 minutes)</strong> – Chat with our hiring manager and recruitment team. </li></ol><ol><li><strong>Second Interview (60 minutes)</strong> – Discuss a relevant case or presentation with the hiring team and HR. </li></ol><ol><li><strong>Offer</strong> – If selected, receive an offer to join our mission-driven team. </li></ol><p><strong>Applications </strong>remain open until the right candidate is found. </p><p><strong>EIT RawMaterials GmbH is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.</strong> </p>