ESMT Berlin
ESMT is a leading global business school with its campus in the heart of Berlin. Founded by 25 global companies, ESMT offers master, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education on its campus in Berlin, in locations around the world, online, and in online blended format. We strongly believe in cross‑team collaboration to achieve our mission to develop entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.
DEEP – Institute for Deep Tech Innovation – is ESMT’s innovation hub dedicated to amplifying our ecosystems’ ability to generate and scale science‑based businesses. We empower scientists to commercialise technologies, support deep‑tech startups to scale internationally, and connect leading research organisations with the startup and innovation ecosystem effectively.
DEEP is running targeted and ambitious activities in sectors such as Healthcare, Natural Capital, Agtech & Food, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence and Compute.
Head of AgTech & Food
(m/f/x, full‑time, 40 hrs/week, starting as soon as possible, limited)
Modeled to help shape the future by bringing your expertise and passion to ESMT.
How you’ll make a difference
* Build and lead DEEP’s new AgTech & Food vertical, reporting directly to the Managing Director of DEEP
* Define the vertical’s product, programme, and partnership strategy
* Play an active role in fundraising efforts
* Oversee all vertical operations with a hands‑on, entrepreneurial mindset
* Establish and manage strong relationships with partners and stakeholders from research, corporates, the startup ecosystem, and beyond
* Develop a regional network of seasoned entrepreneurs, deep‑tech investors, corporate leaders, and scientists
* Serve as a visible and vocal ambassador for DEEP on the international stage
* Build and lead the vertical’s future team
What makes you a great fit
* Have a proven track record in successfully building and managing ventures or businesses
* Bring 5+ years of experience at the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation, and the agriculture & food sector
* Have successfully led international teams, ideally in hybrid setups
* Demonstrate the ability to manage complex senior stakeholder environments (C‑level) with strong service orientation and excellent communication skills
* Show a high level of commitment and work ethic
* Are well‑organised, able to multitask, and meet tight deadlines
* Are fluent in spoken and written English
Why you’ll love working with us
Discover the perks and culture that make our workplace special.
Health and Well‑Being
* Flexible remote work, including up to 15 days abroad per year
* Ergonomic office equipment and access to university sports across Berlin
* Subsidised meals at the campus restaurant
* Subsidised public transportation ticket and leasing options for bicycles/e‑bikes
* Free Adobe Cloud and Microsoft Office for personal and professional use
* Company pension scheme with Allianz
Personal Development
* Access to LinkedIn Learning
* On‑campus German and English courses in small groups
* Participation in ESMT’s Executive Education and degree programmes
What makes this more than just a job
ESMT offers a collegial and international work environment, with employees representing more than 55 nationalities. We encourage a self‑driven mind‑set and contributions that create meaningful and lasting impact. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where individuals of all identities and backgrounds are welcomed and valued. Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion enriches our employees, students, and broader community.
Application
We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about you!
Please submit your application via our online application form, including the following documents:
* CV with relevant certificates and references
* Salary expectations and possible start date
Contact
ESMT Berlin
Human Resources Manager
10178 Berlin
Tel: 030 21231 0
Additional Information
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Strategy/Planning, Business Development, and General Business
Industry: Higher Education
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