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EUEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory

Executive Programme Lead, COO Office(m/w/x)

Heidelberg
Full-timeWith Home OfficeManagement
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Strategic programme management for biological data technologies at a scientific research leader. Significant programme or portfolio management experience required. Income tax-free salary, monthly family and non-resident allowances.

Requirements

  • Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience
  • Significant experience in programme or portfolio management
  • Ability to manage complex reviews or strategic initiatives
  • Strong stakeholder management and liaison skills
  • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
  • Experience of governance, risk management, and reporting
  • Excellent analytical and numerical capability
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information
  • Excellent command of English
  • German and/or French proficiency is an advantage
  • Experience within research or public sector environment
  • Familiarity with Council or board-level governance
  • Excellent command of English
  • German and/or French proficiency is an advantage

Tasks

  • Lead end-to-end management of strategic programmes
  • Establish programme plans and delivery frameworks
  • Monitor progress and identify resource pressures
  • Propose mitigation strategies for programme risks
  • Oversee ad-hoc initiatives commissioned by the COO
  • Align strategic direction with scientific priorities
  • Coordinate governance processes and operational standards
  • Prepare executive papers and briefing notes
  • Translate complex information into actionable insights
  • Track KPIs and benefits realisation
  • Liaise across all COO functional areas
  • Manage interdependencies to protect executive focus
  • Coordinate communication across senior leadership meetings
  • Prepare materials for executive governance meetings
  • Capture decisions and ensure robust follow-up
  • Foster collaboration across operational and administrative teams

Work Experience

  • approx. 4 - 6 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • English – Business Fluent
  • German – Basic
  • French – Basic

Benefits

Additional Allowances

  • Salary free of income tax
  • Monthly child allowance
  • Monthly non-resident allowance
  • Installation grant
  • Education grant for schooling

Family Support

  • Monthly family allowance
  • 10 days child sick leave

Competitive Pay

  • Annual salary review

Retirement Plans

  • Pension scheme

Other Benefits

  • Death benefit
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Relocation package
  • Library
  • Visa exemption
  • Travel support to home country

Job Security

  • Accident-at-work insurance

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working arrangements

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Private medical insurance
  • Dental and optical cover

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days annual leave

Parking & Commuter Benefits

  • Free shuttle bus

Free or Subsidized Food

  • Subsidised on-site cafeteria

Informal Culture

  • Casual dress code

Team Events

  • Sports and social club

Childcare

  • Kindergarten

Generous Parental Leave

  • Paid maternity and parental leave
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