As Wind Energy Logistics Project Manager at the Kuehne Climate Center (KCC) you will be responsible for the implementation of projects that help shape efficient logistics systems for the build-out of wind energy, primarily in emerging regions. The initial focus will be on offshore wind and wind port development. You will work with the Program Leader and multiple external delivery partners and stakeholders to ensure the projects contribute to making logistics a facilitator of the energy transition. 
As Wind Energy Logistics Project Manager you will have responsibility for:

• Assuring the successful implementation of KCC’s projects in wind energy logistics, currently with a focus on offshore wind and wind ports, potentially expanding into onshore wind
• Developing actionable road maps for project implementations 
• Identifying and engaging a range of diverse stakeholders in the respective project workWorking collaboratively with project partners and external stakeholders 
• Steering project meetings, managing project timelines, and budgets
• Presenting project activities externally (workshops, conferences, webinars etc.)
• Developing content for communications (e.g., graphics, reports, storylines, posts) and working with the KCC Communications Team for impactful delivery 
• Contribute to the strategic development of KCC’s project portfolio in wind energy logistics, offshore and onshore
• Contribute to internal projects and business development initiatives

The KCC is a new subsidiary of the Kühne Foundation. Our mission is to accelerate climate-compatible development within logistics (Climate Action in Logistics) and through logistics systems (Logistics for Climate Action). We do this through applied research & thought leadership, project & advisory work, and training & capacity building, with a focus on countries of the Global South.
KCC’s headquarter is located in Hamburg’s vibrant Hafencity. From here, we manage and support all our international projects, actively partnering with our regional teams and with institutions from around the globe. The role is based in the headquarters in Hamburg,

• Working collaboratively with a variety of different partners and stakeholders
• Outcome-oriented planning and action, working backwards from objective.
• Anticipating challenges early on and addressing them with practical solutions
• Communicating effectively with different audiences
• Public speaking (meetings, workshops, conferences)
• Understanding systems and how to change them
• Working independently and in small teams
• Displaying cultural sensitivity in your conduct 
• Keeping multiple balls in the air for parallel assignments
• Coping with dynamically evolving work in a startup environment

• 7 years of experience in or close to the wind energy sector (within the industry, at a logistics services and infrastructure provider, in applied research, consultancy, or public bodies) with 3 years of insights in offshore wind
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field (preferably engineering with management notions or management with strong scientific or engineering components)
• Experience in project management 
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills
• Ability to work in English and at least one other language
• Can-do mentality, independent work style, and willingness to roll up sleeves
• Ability to connect with remote team and leadership
• Demonstrated commitment or experience of working with low- and middle-income countries is an advantage
• Availability to travel internationally
• German work permit

As part of a small but fast-growing and multi-disciplinary team, you have the opportunity to shape KCC’s work in the area of Logistics for the Energy Transition If you identify with the above profile, are passionate about climate and logistics, and motivated by making a lasting impact for sustainability, we would like to hear from you!

• The Program Leader 
• The KCC Knowledge and Delivery Teams
• The KCC Communication Team 
• KCC’s international partners (business partners, universities, NGOs, government agencies, financial institutions)

• Work in an enthusiastic and highly motivated international team committed to making a positive impact on climate
• A high degree of creative freedom
• High agility and speed of implementation
• A stimulating and diverse range of work within a strong Foundation network
• Opportunity for personal growth and professional development driven by your own initiative and engagement
• Option to  work from home for up to two days per week

The KCC is a subsidiary of the Kuehne Foundation in Schindellegi, Switzerland. Established in 1976 by the Kühne family and is one of the largest foundations in the German-speaking world. As an operational foundation it is involved in the areas of logistics, medicine, culture and, since the beginning of 2023, climate action. The Foundation is independent, operational and international.

Please submit your application including a cover letter stating your motivation and qualifications for the role via e-mail to kuehne-foundation-jobs@m.personio.de or via the "Apply" Button by 06.02.2026. In case you have any questions about the role of the role, please reach out to Stefanie Sohm via kuehne-foundation-jobs@m.personio.de. Find out more about our current projects and activities by accessing our Kuehne Climate Center LinkedIn page.