[ES_JOBS_NET] Job opening: Chief Strategy & Finance Officer at EGU [Munich, Germany]

Fri Jun 28 07:14:12 MDT 2019

Hi all,

There is another exciting job opening at EGU. We recently launched a new 
strategy to set a direction for the Union and to guide the work of its 
Council, committees and staff until 2025. This is an exciting time in 
the development of the EGU and we have created a new position of Chief 
Strategy & Finance Officer to lead the development and implementation of 
the Union’s strategic plan and vision, with particular responsibility 
for the financial security of the Union going forward. This role will be 
part of the EGU leadership team and will report directly to the EGU 
Executive Board.

The full job vacancy, including key responsibilities, person 
specification and how to apply, is available at 
https://www.egu.eu/jobs/2428/egu-chief-strategy-finance-officer/ and is 
also copied below. Informal enquiries about this position can be made to 
the EGU Executive Secretary Philippe Courtial (executive-secretary at egu.eu).

Best wishes,
Bárbara

The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is seeking to appoint a

    Chief Strategy & Finance Officer

The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is the leading organisation for 
Earth, planetary and space science research in Europe. With our partner 
organisations worldwide, we foster fundamental geoscience research, 
alongside applied research that addresses key societal and environmental 
challenges. Our vision is to realise a sustainable and just future for 
humanity and for the planet. We currently publish 18 diverse open-access 
scientific journals and organise meetings, and education and outreach 
activities. The EGU General Assembly is the largest and most prominent 
European geosciences event, with over 16,000 scientists from all over 
the world in 2019.

The EGU has recently launched a new strategy to set a direction for the 
Union and to guide the work of its Council, committees and staff until 
2025. TheEGU2019–2025 strategy, including vision and strategic 
priorities, is available athttps://www.egu.eu/about/strategy.This is an 
exciting time in the development of the EGU and we have created a new 
position of Chief Strategy & Finance Officer to lead the development and 
implementation of the union’s strategic plan and vision, with particular 
responsibility for the financial security of the union going forward. 
This role will be part of the EGU leadership team and will report 
directly to the EGU Executive Board. The position will be based at the 
EGU Executive Office in Munich, Germany.

*Key accountabilities & responsibilities:*

•Jointly with the EGU Treasurer: development and maintenance of the 
strategic financial plan for the EGU;

•Jointly with the EGU Treasurer: development of the annual business plan 
and financial plan, incorporating at least: Annual budget / forward 
outlook / scenario modelling; Planned investments, costs & projected 
income; Market analysis & market trends; Risk & contingency planning.

•Leading the implementation of EGU strategic plan with the Executive 
Secretary and the Executive Board: setting long term goals, monitoring 
progress and updating strategic plan as needed;

•Working closely with the EGU Treasurer: reporting to the EGU Executive 
Board on the strategic plan implementation progress and financial outlook;

•Oversight of monthly accounts and preparation of quarterly management 
accounts for approval by the EGU Executive Board;

•Oversight of the scientific conference and publications commercial 
landscape / income; Make recommendations based on emerging trends, 
market conditions, opportunities, and threats.

•Line management responsibility for Accountant / Book Keeper;

•Deputise for Executive Secretary when they are not available.

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*Key relationships:*

Build and maintain excellent relationships with:

•EGU Executive Secretary & EGU Treasurer;

•EGU Accountant & EGU Executive Office staff;

•EGU Executive Board;

•EGU Council;

•EGU main business partner.

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*Person specification:*

_Essential_

•Experience of defining and executing strategic plans and business plans;

•Experience of providing strategic financial leadership;

•Experience leading and motivating a team to deliver tangible results;

•Academic degree (e.g., MA, MSc, PhD), preferably in finance or business 
management;

•Expert command of English.

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_Desirable_

•Background and experience in or associated with science or research 
organisations;

•Organisational financial management experience, ideally experience 
preparing management accounts for € multi-million organisations;

•Qualified accountant, with good understanding of accounting and tax 
practices in Germany;

•Experience working in a not-for-profit (e.V.) or government organisation;

•Educated to postgraduate level (or equivalent);

•Working knowledge of German.

**

*Application materials:*

•Letter of motivation (1 page);

•CV (2 pages);

•A case study example that demonstrates where you have led the 
development and implementation of a strategic business plan. Please 
detail exactly what was delivered, the timescales, your role, key 
insights and the lessons learned (maximum 5 pages).

Please note that only complete applications, with all required materials 
in English, will be accepted.

*Interview date and process:*

Interviews will take place at the EGU Executive Office in Munich, 
Germany during late July and early August. Shortlisted candidates will 
be asked to deliver a short presentation during the interview process 
and to provide contact details of two referees.

*Salary and starting date:*

This position, to start in September 2019 or as soon as possible 
thereafter, will be subject to a 6-month probation period. We offer a 
competitive salary and indicative remuneration will be in the range of 
€65,000 - €73,000.00 subject to expertise and experience.

Informal enquiries about this position can be made to the Executive 
Secretary, Philippe Courtial (executive-secretary at egu.eu 
<mailto:executive-secretary at egu.eu>).

Applications should be addressed to Philippe Courtial, Executive 
Secretary, and be submitted by e-mail in a single file to vacancy at egu.eu 
<mailto:vacancy at egu.eu> by *14 July 2019 and quoting reference CSFO.*

-- 
Dr. Bárbara Ferreira, Media and Communications Manager

European Geosciences Union (EGU)
EGU Executive Office
Luisenstrasse 37
80333 Munich, Germany

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