Role: Biofules Policy Manager
Location: Brussels (Ixelles)
Deadline for applications: 20/02/2026, at midnight
Job description
Do you want to play your part in reducing transport's climate impact as it moves away from fossil fuels? Transport & Environment (T&E) is seeking a Biofuels Policy Manager to strengthen its EU and international advocacy for sustainable transport fuels.
Supplying sustainable fuels to the transport sector remains a major challenge. Under growing political and industry pressure to increase the consumption of unsustainable biofuels, this role is central to defending existing climate policy safeguards, exposing environmental risks within biofuel supply chains, and promoting scalable alternatives.
The role will support T&E's work to reduce reliance on unsustainable biofuels and advance a deforestation-free, human-rights-based transport energy transition. The successful candidate will contribute to T&E's advocacy on the Renewable Energy Directive and other related EU legislation, while also coordinating an international biofuels project spanning Europe, Brazil and Indonesia.
The role will involve tasks in:
Advocacy
* Lead and support EU advocacy and political engagement to maintain and strengthen restrictions on unsustainable biofuels;
* Maintain and expand a network of contacts with policy-makers and T&E members working in this field;
* Support national T&E advocacy in favor of an ambitious implementation at the national level;
* Build formal and informal coalitions with key industry players, research institutes, and partner NGOs;
* Work with civil society partners in Europe, Brazil and Indonesia to translate producer-country evidence into EU policy impact;
* Contribute to strategic planning across advocacy, research and communications to maximize policy impact.
* Contribute to international advocacy, including at the IMO and ICAO, to limit global demand for harmful biofuels in shipping and aviation.
Research and writing
* Write, commission and deliver policy-relevant research on deforestation, land-use and human-rights impacts of biofuel supply chains, supporting evidence-based narratives connecting European biofuel demand to impacts in producer countries;
* Produce briefings and op-eds supporting our policy objectives;
* Translate complex data into clear, persuasive advocacy materials for EU decision-makers, media and partners.
Project Management
* Manage and coordinate delivery of the EU pillar of a multi-year international biofuels project involving partners in Europe, Brazil and Indonesia, including overseeing project timelines, outputs and partner coordination in line with grant, reporting and MEL requirements;
* Act as a key interface between T&E, consortium partners and funders on biofuels-related workstreams;
* Support the development of new funding proposals and follow up on existing international grants.
Job requirements
The successful candidate should ideally meet the following criteria:
* Between three and five years of relevant experience in the field of climate, energy, and/or transport.
* Strong knowledge of EU transport decarbonization policy, with demonstrated expertise on biofuels, land-use or supply-chain sustainability.
* Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple partners and deliverables
* Have strong analytical skills, an ability to quickly grasp technical issues, assess data, and have a working knowledge of Excel.
* Ability to deliver to tight deadlines; eager to learn, with a positive and optimistic attitude when faced with challenges;
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, and an ability to write in English fluently, accurately and concisely. Other European languages are considered a bonus
* Confidence in engaging policymakers, NGOs and other stakeholders in a high-pressure political environment
What we offer
* This position is advertised as a permanent, full-time position based in Brussels. While we offer a flexible working environment, there is an expectation of at least 3 days per week in the office.
* The start date would be as soon as possible.
* The salary package depends on experience. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer competitive salary and benefits.
* The deadline for applications is 20th February, at midnight.
About Us
Transport & Environment (T&E) is Europe's leading clean transport campaign group. We combine the power of robust evidence and a deep understanding of the transport sector with compelling communications and impactful advocacy. With one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the NGO community, we commit to the professional development of our colleagues and invest in training from your first day with the organization. Our people work across Europe: colleagues in Brussels, Rome, Berlin, Madrid, Paris, Warsaw and London collaborate with our 63 member and supporter groups to achieve our mission.