Student assistant (f/m/d) for the project CC-IDI (Community-Cooperative Driven Island Decarbonization Initiative)

RLI is a non-profit research institute in Berlin. In the project CC-IDI (from Oct 2026 till Sep 2029), funded by the International Climate Initiative (IKI), we support island communities on Romblon, Sibuyan and Corcuera (Philippines) in planning their climate-neutral energy supply, together with our Philippine partners. You support the project team in Berlin with project management, documentation, communication and data analysis.

Your tasks

• Research and preparation of information on the project islands (local climate action plans, power supply, stakeholders)
• Support in project management: to-do lists, scheduling, meeting minutes, coordination with the Philippine partners
• Support in project documentation and reporting, including filing of receipts
• Preparation of workshops, travel and stakeholder meetings
• Communication support: presentations, website content, newsletter, social media
• Data evaluation and overviews (electricity demand, costs, participation processes)

Your profile

• Candidates must be enrolled at a university, preferably in energy or environmental sciences, geography, economics, politics, development cooperation or a related relevant field
• Residence and right of abode in Germany is required
• Very good English language skills are required (C1), good German language skills
• Confident use of Office applications and spreadsheets
• Interest in the energy transition, climate action and working with local communities
• Knowledge of the Philippines, international project experience or Tagalog is a plus
• Experience with project tools, graphics or presentations is a plus
• Identification with the RLI Values
• We require an independent, systematic, and meticulous approach to work, as well as the ability to communicate and document work results

What we offer

• Friendly and open working atmosphere in a young, interdisciplinary team (around 85 people currently work at RLI, including around 25 students)
• A transparent and participative corporate culture
• Location on the Adlershof science campus with excellent public transport connections
• Possibility of mobile working / flexible working hours without core hours and flexible working locations within Germany by arrangement
• Vacation days according to statutory vacation entitlement
• RLI Christmas party / end-of-year party - a highlight for all employees
• Internal training opportunities and professional support / further development
• Regular RLI days at Tempelhofer Feld or other locations with a wide range of workshops
• Participation in the Adlershof health network - free impulses as part of company health management

General condition

• Start of work on 01.01.2027 or by arrangement
• Between 40 and 60 hours per month possible by arrangement
• Remuneration with a gross hourly rate of €15.50 per hour
• If applicable, a thesis may be written as part of this position within the project contextif you are interested, please mention this in your application

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