AI Capability and Technical Lead (f/m/d) (Berlin, Germany)

AI Capability and Technical Lead (f/m/d)

Company Overview

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how knowledge-based organisations operate, analyse complex systems, and contribute fact-based analysis to policy and public debates. Across the energy and climate community, practitioners are rapidly deploying internal AI assistants, automating modelling and workflows, and embedding AI into daily work. As these practices take shape, this moment offers a unique opportunity to help define the norms for responsible, high-impact AI use in the energy policy space.Our ambition is to position Agora as a global leader in AI-enabled energy and industry system analysis and a reference point for responsible, mission-aligned AI adoption. We are therefore recruiting a dedicated AI Capability and Technical Lead who can build and scale secure, high-performance AI infrastructure and solutions, develop proprietary tools that elevate our analytical excellence, and enable our teams to confidently and responsibly integrate AI into their work.As an evidence-based think tank with around 180 employees across four global locations, Agora Think Tanks provides rigorous analyses that illuminate the technical, economic, regulatory, and political dimensions of the energy and industry transitions. We combine research, dialogue, and public engagement working closely with partners in numerous countries while operating independently and free from economic or party-political interests.

Job Summary

To strengthen our team, we are looking for an:AI Capability and Technical Lead (f/m/d)full- or part-time (at least 32 hours per week) - based in Berlin, Brussels or Bangkok

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of AI-powered solutions across Agora Think Tanks in alignment with the think tank’s mission, research agenda, analytical and policy work, and operational needs;
• Contribute to the elaboration and implementation of an AI adoption roadmap by identifying, developing and scaling high‑impact use cases across the organisation;
• Support the definition of AI governance and responsible-use guidelines, in coordination with the IT team, ensuring compliance, transparency and credibility across developed products and solutions;
• Collaborate closely with leadership, project teams, developers, external contractors, and partners to integrate AI and technology into workflows, analysis, modelling, and communication processes and products;
• Build prototypes and production-ready tools, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and maintainable, and monitor their adoption for high-performing, interdisciplinary teams across the Agora Think Tanks;
• Develop, coordinate and deliver trainings and upskilling of staff – from analysts to communications teams – on how to use AI solutions and integrate them effectively and safely into workflows;
• Review and guide technical work, providing mentorship to IT teams and data and policy analysts;
• Identify and evaluate emerging AI technologies, advising leadership on strategic opportunities and risks for Agora’s work;
• Represent the organisation externally, credibly explaining AI approaches to partners, funders, and stakeholders.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A hands-on implementation-focused mindset with a strategic vision;
• A relevant academic background in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field;
• At least five years of relevant work experience establishing process optimisations, and a proven track record of success of AI solutions in high-paced and innovation-driven environments;
• Deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and data analytics, spanning strategy, implementation, and practical application;
• Strong command of AI systems/concepts like Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented-Generation (RAG), agentic workflows, Model Context Protocol (MCP), etc.;
• Practical experience implementing AI frameworks such as Langchain, LlamaIndex, n8n, or similar;
• Proven development experience in Python, proficiency in additional programming languages is a plus;
• Ability to create frameworks, guidelines, and processes that scale across teams, experience in organisational change is a plus;
• Knowledge of energy and industry systems and policy research is a plus;
• Interest in and ideally experience with open-source development;
• Excellent communication to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience;
• Experience in capacity building and stakeholder management in cross-functional, international settings;
• Full professional proficiency in English, other languages are a plus;
• A genuine drive to contribute towards a just energy transition;
• Readiness to travel on a global scale.

Location

Berlin, Germany, Remote: False

Employment Type

Full Time / Part Time (at least 32 hours per week)

Salary & Benefits

A unique opportunity to shape the future of AI use in the energy and industry policy space;A key strategic role working with passionate colleagues committed to evidence-based policymaking and the just transition of energy and industry systems;A central role in developing Agora’s AI infrastructure and tools, with the autonomy to prototype, test, and scale solutions that directly enhance analytical excellence and policy impact;A mission-driven, international working environment with flat communication and decision-making hierarchies;An attractive workplace in the centre of Berlin, Brussels, or Bangkok and the option of hybrid working with excellent digital facilities;Support with visa and work permit applications (if required);Entitlement to a number of paid leave days significantly higher than the statutory entitlement (exact amount depends on country of employment);Opportunities for professional and personal development and advancement, including access to a mental well-being platform;Flexible working hours as well as remote work opportunities;A structured onboarding programme and regular team and organisation-wide retreats to bring us all together;A full or part-time position with a contract initially limited to two years.

Application Process

We look forward to receiving your application by 10th of May 2026 via our website.For reasons of objectivity, we ask that you refrain from submitting an application photo.We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone. Therefore, we are particularly pleased to receive applications from people from groups that have been underrepresented in energy policy so far. We welcome applications regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability and age, and sexual orientation. Our offices are not completely barrier-free, but we are open to find individual solutions.As part of this, we are soliciting anonymous information on a voluntary basis regarding our applicant’s backgrounds. This information will be used only to inform future recruitment strategies and will not impact hiring decisions in any form. Your input will not be forwarded to third parties and will not be used in connection with your application.Please follow this link to participate in the survey.https://limes.sefep.eu/index.php/833735?lang=enIf you have any questions, please contact Marcus Berkenhagen at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Statement

We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone. Therefore, we are particularly pleased to receive applications from people from groups that have been underrepresented in energy policy so far. We welcome applications regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability and age, and sexual orientation. Our offices are not completely barrier-free, but we are open to find individual solutions.