ROLE SUMMARY

To develop a diverse and skilled workforce needed to transform the food system you will work with stakeholders from universities (offering food technology programs/courses and other relevant academic fields) and other food industry experts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading relationship development with university stakeholders, food industry professionals and student groups
• Analyzing gaps in education (e.g. formal or informal academic curriculum) and training (e.g. internship and fellowship programs) pipelines for the alternative protein workforce.
• Developing, organizing, and maintaining multimedia course materials and educational resources to support students and faculty in building, launching, and accrediting alternative protein courses, majors, and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Strong experience in PR/communications role with expertise in writing captivating content for a variety of mediums and audiences, development of communications plans, building media relations and finding the story.  
• Ability to understand the elements of what makes a good story and be confident to sell into known and unknown journalists and outlets 
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively, and to balance competing demands and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Good organisational and project-management skills.
• Exceptional (level C1 or native) verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Self-starter with a curious nature and a drive to continuously improve.
• A positive, proactive, and enthusiastic work attitude.
• The ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing with students, scientists, university administrators.
• Exceptional public speaking skills. 
• The successful applicant will be a pragmatic go-getter who is flexible and loves taking on challenges in a fast-paced working environment.
• The ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively.
• A professional and positive outlook with the ability to adapt and bond with a variety of stakeholders 
• Alignment with ProVeg’s mission and vision and the ability to professionally advocate for ProVeg’s vision internationally.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks as and when they arise.

Preferred:

• Experience in the food industry and/or degree or higher in biology, chemistry, engineering, food science, or a related scientific field.
• Knowledge of innovations in food, as well as an understanding and/or interest in the global food sector.
• Interest in public health, environmentalism, animal protection, or food security.
• Experience navigating university ecosystems and building educational programs.
• Comfort utilizing video, audio, social media, and other multimedia formats to educate and inspire academic stakeholders. 
• Excellent (level B2 at least) verbal and written communication skills in Czech.
• Experience with EU projects.
• Experienced with working in remote teams.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Salary: 30.000 – 35.000 CZK per month (depending on skills and experience)
• A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• And last but not least: become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and the planet.

JOB DETAILS

• Location: Remote (based in the Czech Republic)
• Working hours: 30-40 hours a week
• Reports to: Country Director

WHEN?

• Phone interviews: flexible
• Start date: ASAP
• Application deadline: rolling basis

FURTHER INFORMATION

Your application should include a cover letter and CV. Please submit your application using our online form. 

Should you make it to the long-list of applicants, you will be invited for a phone/video call interview. If you successfully interview, the next steps will be an online task.

For more information, please see the following link:
https://veganskaspolecnost.cz/kariera/university-innovation-specialist/