Are you a fast acquirer of new knowledge, a life sciences academic with a broad interest and excellent communication skills? And are you keen to work in the context of European Member States' research alignment? The Joint Programming Initiative on Food Security, Agriculture, and Climate Change (FACCE-JPI) is looking for a new colleague interested in foresight analysis and valorisation, bridging research policy to programmes, and project results to users. The officer will work together with two other colleagues in Wageningen, and colleagues in Germany, Spain, Italy, UK and France, where the FACCE Coordinator is based.

FACCE-JPI is a partnership of 24 countries that are committed to construct joint research programming in areas addressing interconnecting challenges at the nexus of food systems, agricultural production and climate adaptation and mitigation. It has a strong interdisciplinary research base, encompassing economic and societal aspects with a creative approach towards alignment of national research programmes. Running since 2010, FACCE-JPI has a Strategic Research Agenda describing the scope of the JPI under five core themes. To achieve its research agenda, FACCE organised mapping and scoping activities. Through biannual Implementation Plans, the network has already launched ten joint research actions, including joint calls and innovative new alignment mechanisms such as Knowledge Hubs and Thematic Annual Programming. Some calls for research projects are co-funded by the European Commission through the ERA-NET Cofund scheme. The Secretariat has been partially financed by the EC through Coordination and Support Actions.

The officer will be responsible together with colleagues for following up on the portfolio of FACCE-JPI actions. Through supporting dissemination and valorisation, the research results and possible impact should reach different types of stakeholders, including for innovation and for policy making. Tasks include: (i) researching, developing and drafting articles and policy briefs in association with relevant researchers; (ii) preparing communication products; (iii) contribution to sustainability of the joint programming partnership; (iv) organisation of programme workshops and other meetings related to FACCE themes.

The officer will be based at Corporate Strategy and Accounts in Wageningen and work under responsibility of the Account manager Joint Programming.

We are looking for a team worker who is motivated to advance collaboration in programming research across borders. Training and skills required are:

• an academic master degree and at least four years work experience,
• familiarity with FACCE-JPI research themes (agriculture, food security, climate change, bioeconomy),
• knowledge of European partnership instruments and initiatives (ERA-NET, JPI),
• capacity to analyse, synthesise, and disseminate scientific and policy information,
• ability to work with short deadlines and handle multiple tasks and subjects,
• good organisational and time management skills,
• strong interpersonal skills, ambitious and hardworking, and a good dose of determination and resilience,
• good writing and communication skills in English (level C2).

A position in an international organisation, leading in the field of research and education, for a period of one year with prospects of extension. We provide a stimulating working environment within a dynamic group.
The organisation has good and flexible employment conditions, including good education and training facilities, a good work/life balance, development opportunities and flexible working hours.
The maximum gross wage per month is € 4934,- (scale 11) for a fulltime appointment (36 hours). The salary scale and grading depends on education, competences and relevant experience.

Wageningen University & Research

The mission of Wageningen University & Research is "To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life". Within Wageningen University & Research, nine specialised research institutes from the Wageningen Research Foundation and Wageningen University have joined forces to help answer the most important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment.
With approximately 30 locations, 5,000 employees, and 10,000 students, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain worldwide. An integrated approach to problems and the cooperation between various disciplines are at the heart of the unique approach of Wageningen.
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Corporate Strategy & Accounts

The department CSA bundles knowledge and expertise for the development of Wageningen University and Research strategy, and its translation into policy for education, research and value creation. Strategy and policy is conjoined with international collaboration and partners. We support organisation-broad relation management with key national and international partners. We look at developments relevant to the Wageningen UR research domains and assess impact. We provide advice for the Board of Directors, the Corporate Units, the University Departments, and the Research Institutes for their strategic courses, agenda setting, and policy and partners.