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Role: Shipping Director
Deadline for applications: At T&E, we are committed to addressing one of the most pressing issues of our time: the Shipping industry's impact on our climate. As Europe's leading advocates for clean transport and energy, we work tirelessly to transform the shipping industry towards clean fuels, new technologies, and demand reduction, putting us on a path to cleaner maritime transport. From Europe to the global stage, we are uniting governments, civil society, industry leaders, clean energy/technology developers and other progressive stakeholders to chart a course toward a carbon-free shipping sector. We are now seeking an experienced and visionary Shipping Director to lead our dynamic team.
We're looking for someone who is committed to work alongside a team of leading experts to
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of shipping and the planet. As Shipping Director, you will lead our strategic efforts to influence and reshape shipping policies at the European and global levels, accelerating the shift toward sustainable operational practices, energy and technologies. You'll be leading a growing team of nearly 20 experts in our Brussels and national offices and coordinating the work of our partners at the national and international levels.
Leading T&E's political strategy, including the EU and the International Maritime Organization (IMO), around shipping's climate and environmental impact, focusing on sustainable fuels and technologies, carbon pricing, infrastructure deployment and clean vessels deployment.
Leading a growing team of policy, campaign, and analytical staff, overseeing their work. professional development and guiding their work to achieve shipping teams and T&E's priorities.
Leading on fundraising for the team and the organization.
Overseeing project management and ensuring reporting to funders
Coordinating policy positions and strategies with other Directors and Senior Directors at T&E.
Leading and guiding the team in efforts to build partnerships with key industry players such as fuel suppliers, shipowners, and ports.
Maintain and grow T&E's media impact in key European and international media markets.
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
Five to seven years of relevant experience of managing projects and/or staff in either the Shipping sector or energy sector with a focus on EU or government advocacy, preferably on economic topics;
Strong interpersonal and team-working skills, and a willingness to develop a network in the sector;
Experience in budget management;
Excellent coordination skills, with an ability to engage with, build and manage multi stakeholder coalitions;
Experience in strategic planning and policy analysis, with the ability to think critically and innovatively about the future of the shipping industry in Europe and beyond.
This position is advertised as a permanent, full-time position based in Brussels. The deadline for applications is 31 January 2026
T&E is Europe's leading clean transport campaign group. We combine robust evidence and a deep understanding of the transport sector with compelling communications and impactful advocacy. We have also recently opened an office in Singapore, a key hub for our shipping operations in Asia.