Innovation Consultant

at  Catalyze

Amsterdam-Duivendrecht
32 till 40 hours
Marktconform
Closing date: 11-03-2025
We are looking for a motivated Innovation Consultant to join our Green & Sustainable Innovations department. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with visionary clients to craft successful grant proposals and transform their ground breaking ideas into reality.
About us: Catalyze is a leading consultancy firm dedicated to advancing impactful innovations in Life Sciences, Green & Sustainable Innovations, and Industrial & Digital Technologies. With over 20 years of experience, we partner with visionary entrepreneurs, academic institutions, and global organizations to bring groundbreaking solutions to life. Our mission is simple: empower change-makers with strategic support and funding they need to drive innovation and create a positive global impact.
Our Green & Sustainable Innovations department is a dedicated team of specialists with expertise in areas such as the energy transition, sustainable food systems, circular economy, bio-based industry, and biodiversity. We serve as trusted advisors throughout the life cycle of an Innovation starting from early research to market strategy, and from securing financing to preparing for investors. Understanding the complexities our clients face, we are committed to guiding them through every phase of their innovation journey, ensuring long-term success and impact.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Exceptional writing and storytelling abilities.
• Analytical and conceptual thinking.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Curiosity about innovation and sustainability.
• Ability to perform market and desk research effectively.
  Why Join Us? At Catalyze, we value independence, initiative, and growth.

• Languages: Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Educational Background: A Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field, with a preference for candidates with business exposure.
• Experience: At least 3 years in a commercial, client-facing advisory role, ideally with exposure to sustainability and innovation.
• Grant Writing / Business Proposal Crafting Expertise: Prior proven experience in crafting successful grant applications or writing successful business proposals.
• Sector Knowledge: Understanding of green and deep-tech sectors, including energy transition, biobased industries, and sustainable FoodTech is an advantage.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated understanding of business principles and a knack for aligning scientific innovations with market opportunities.
• Leadership: A self-starter mindset with a proactive, “driver’s seat” approach to managing projects and achieving results.
• Consultancy Attitude: The ability to guide clients confidently, taking responsibility for outcomes and offering strategic insights.
• Client-Facing Skills: Excellent interpersonal abilities to build and sustain strong client relationships