Project Manager – EO-based Agricultural Monitoring

GAF AG is an internationally successful company that specialises in cross-platform geoinformation solutions and the development of innovative earth observation applications. In addition to receiving and procuring satellite-based earth observation data, GAF holds a leading position in the areas of data processing and geo-consulting due to its 40 years of expertise. With an international and interdisciplinary team of experts, GAF sets standards for geospatial consulting, cloud- and AI-based data analysis, and satellite-based monitoring of the environment and natural resources in Europe and around the globe.

To further strengthen our team for EO-based agricultural monitoring, yield assessment and soil moisture mapping at our headquarters in Munich, we are now looking for an enthusiastic

Project Manager - EO-based Agricultural Monitoring

We are looking for a skilled Project Manager with experiences in the field of EO-based agricultural area monitoring, sustainable agriculture, crop and grassland mapping, yield assessment and/or soil moisture mapping to level up their career in an international organisation.
You will support us in projects in the frame of the integrated administration and control system (IACS) as well as GAF AG’s “AgroSuite” portfolio in the area of agricultural monitoring services, to support the implementation of the European Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the management of production risks through agricultural insurance, and the support of sustainable agricultural cultivation techniques and production processes in a national, European and global context.

Your tasks:

Implementation and adaptation of the technological solutions developed by the company
Coordination of project activities in terms of content and organisation
Internal and external project and personnel resource management
Customer communication, requirements analyses and proposal writing/ management
Reporting, document preparation and presentation
Further development of the company’s agricultural portfolio
Support of Business Development activities in the agricultural market on national, European and international level
Coordination and knowledge management for professional capacity building of the team

Your profile:

Academic background in geosciences or agricultural sciences, with a focus on in remote sensing and geoinformation
Sound methodological and application-oriented knowledge in the field of satellite image processing and geospatial modelling, preferably with a thematic focus on the agricultural sector
Excellent command of English (C2 level CEFR), both written and spoken
Extensive project management experience, including the development of technical concepts and methodologies, budget planning, and participation in public tenders
Several years of professional project experience in the field of earth observation, preferably in the agricultural domain
A structured and efficient working style, with the ability to prioritize effectively and meet tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate efficiently across international teams and with diverse stakeholders
Excellent skills in communication, presentation, collaboration, and scientific writing

Desirable knowledge:

Previous experience in the financial management of projects and the tracking of project resources is considered an asset
Market Knowledge of the German national, European and international agricultural market in respect to Geoinformation and Remote Sensing is considered a strong asset.
Working knowledge of German is beneficial
Familiarity with Cloud Technologies or Big Data platforms is a strong plus, particularly in data-intensive environments

What to expect:

A responsible and diverse role in one of Europe’s leading geo-information companies, and insights into an exciting and technically cutting-edge work environment
Comprehensive support in familiarising yourself with your professional role
Training and development – because your experience and knowledge count
A respectful, friendly and modern project working environment in a multi-national team of committed colleagues and a leadership style based on trust
Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home within the framework of our regulations
Options for temporary work from abroad depending on individual and legal requirements (workation)
An attractive location with perfect public transport connections and great options for outdoor and recreational activities in the direct vicinity
Various additional benefits, e.g. public transport contribution (job ticket), company pension scheme (optional), travel health insurance (worldwide), occupational health management, and much more

Further information:

Full-time, 40 hours per week and starting as at the earliest possible date.
Initially limited to 2 years, with a subsequent option for a permanent contract.
Please note that only applicants with a work permit for Germany can be considered.

Have we aroused your interest in this position?

Then we are looking forward to receiving an application from you, including a cover letter and CV together with any other useful supporting documents, and stating your (gross) salary expectation and earliest availability.
Please send your application to recruiting@gaf.de, stating “Project Manager EO-based Agricultural Monitoring” in the subject line.

Contact:

Recruiting-Team
recruiting@gaf.de
Tel.: +49 89 12 15 28-0
Arnulfstr. 199 • 80634 Munich • https://www.gaf.de

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