ESMT BerlinESMT 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 differenceBuild and lead DEEP’s new AgTech & Food vertical, reporting directly to the Managing Director of DEEPDefine the vertical’s product, programme, and partnership strategyPlay an active role in fundraising effortsOversee all vertical operations with a hands‑on, entrepreneurial mindsetEstablish and manage strong relationships with partners and stakeholders from research, corporates, the startup ecosystem, and beyondDevelop a regional network of seasoned entrepreneurs, deep‑tech investors, corporate leaders, and scientistsServe as a visible and vocal ambassador for DEEP on the international stageBuild and lead the vertical’s future teamWhat makes you a great fitHave a proven track record in successfully building and managing ventures or businessesBring 5+ years of experience at the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation, and the agriculture & food sectorHave successfully led international teams, ideally in hybrid setupsDemonstrate the ability to manage complex senior stakeholder environments (C‑level) with strong service orientation and excellent communication skillsShow a high level of commitment and work ethicAre well‑organised, able to multitask, and meet tight deadlinesAre fluent in spoken and written EnglishWhy you’ll love working with usDiscover the perks and culture that make our workplace special.Health and Well‑BeingFlexible remote work, including up to 15 days abroad per yearErgonomic office equipment and access to university sports across BerlinSubsidised meals at the campus restaurantSubsidised public transportation ticket and leasing options for bicycles/e‑bikesFree Adobe Cloud and Microsoft Office for personal and professional useCompany pension scheme with AllianzPersonal DevelopmentAccess to LinkedIn LearningOn‑campus German and English courses in small groupsParticipation in ESMT’s Executive Education and degree programmesWhat makes this more than just a jobESMT 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.ApplicationWe 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 referencesSalary expectations and possible start dateContactESMT BerlinHuman Resources Manager10178 BerlinTel: 030 21231 0Additional InformationSeniority level: AssociateEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Strategy/Planning, Business Development, and General BusinessIndustry: Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr