Programme Director/ Programme Manager

Senior Project Manager (Digital Media) This role is part of our Creative & Media team based in Rotterdam and Amsterdam. Our team is a vibrant mix of talents, ranging from Creatives, Influencer Marketers, Brand & Content Strategists to Account Managers, Programmatic and Marketing Automation Consultants. Together, we blend imaginative storytelling and performance-driven strategies with cutting-edge technology to create engaging digital experiences that build lasting relationships with our clients like Netflix, Canva, Foot Locker, Philips & Biscoff.  JOB PURPOSE For our Project Management team, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager who can effectively guide the team in executing media campaigns with a primary focus on SEO, SEA, social media, and programmatic advertising. As a Senior Digital Marketing Project Manager, you know exactly what our customers need, even if they don't explicitly ask for it. You are good at making schedules and monitoring budgets and you enjoy meeting or even exceeding customer expectations together with the team. You can be politically correct, but you can also get to the point when you need to. You are also the customer's point of contact. You often have daily contact with them to communicate the progress of the project with them.  You feel responsible for bringing the project to a successful conclusion and coordinating the deliverables with the customer and the team. In short, you are the spider in the web who keeps the focus on getting our campaigns live, who does not shy away from deadlines, who can monitor overviews and budgets, and who can coordinate all of this with the customer. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Work with a range of clients on different projects * Manage end to end media campaigns and projects (SEO, SEA, Programmatic advertisement, Social advertising), you make sure qualitative work is delivered on time * Be the key contact for clients, an advisor who provides resources, and who addresses problems and solutions * Assess working methods and processes, and make recommendations for improvement WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR * Relevant experience in both project management and digital marketing * Have experience and ambition to manage digital marketing projects: SEO, SEA, Programmatic, Social Advertising, and CRO * Experience and/or affinity with project management tools such as Asana, Trello, Jira * Know better than anyone how to align stakeholders and team * Have experience on the agency side * Have experience with A-brands and their digital performance issues * Fluent in Dutch and English; WE OFFER * A flexible, hybrid working policy (2-3 days from the office, depending on location) and the opportunity to work from abroad for 13 weeks a year.  * 24 vacation days per year and the possibility to buy an unlimited number of extra vacation days. * DEPT®/YOU Learning Menu and DEPT®/YOU Special Programs. Develop your skills with courses and programs tailored to your needs. * Stay happy and healthy with a contribution to your health through the OpenUp platform, gym and wellness discounts, and healthy lunches at the office. * Get a discount on your lease bike and ride in style. You can also enjoy hassle free-commutes with an NS Business Card.  * A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021, has been named a Great Place To Work since 2022 in the Netherlands and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. * Awesome clients. Whether big, small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with all of them. And we celebrate all of our successes together! * You can discover even more employee benefits here. WHO ARE WE?  We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.  Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world. DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION  At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

Company Description: Systemiq is the system change company, working to accelerate the transition to a net-zero, nature-positive and more inclusive economy. As a certified B Corp, we partner with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to transform five interconnected systems: energy, nature and food, materials and circularity, sustainable finance, and urban transformation. We bring together strategy, policy, market design and capital mobilisation to deliver tangible results in the real economy. Founded in 2016, Systemiq has grown to a global team of more than 300 people across Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kenya, the Netherlands, the UK and the US, united by a singular focus on sustainability. Programme Director – India (Ammonia & Industrial Decarbonisation) Location: New Delhi, India Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract via Employer of Record (EoR), with the intention for permanent employment as Systemiq expands further in region Our Energy Platform designs and implements corporate and country decarbonisation strategies, promotes emerging clean technologies and green technology clusters, and supports the global energy transition at speed and scale. With a growing footprint in India, we are working at the forefront of one of the world's most consequential energy transitions. With around 300 people across offices in London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Jakarta, Paris, São Paulo and New York, we are a diverse, mission-driven team united by a shared conviction to accelerate the transition to a sustainable global economy. Role Overview Systemiq is seeking an entrepreneurial and execution-focused Programme Director to lead and shape a flagship initiative aimed at catalysing India’s first wave of low-emissions ammonia investment and accelerating the decarbonisation of the fertiliser sector. This role sits at the intersection of programme delivery and market development. The successful candidate will not only lead a complex, multi-stakeholder initiative but also use it as a platform to build relationships, originate new opportunities, and contribute to establishing Systemiq’s long-term presence in India. Working closely with Systemiq’s global teams and local partners (including CEEW), the Programme Director will act as the on-the-ground hub for delivery, stakeholder engagement, and market shaping across government, industry, and finance. This is a high-autonomy role suited to candidates who are comfortable operating in ambiguity, building from first principles, and taking ownership of both execution and growth. Key Responsibilities Programme Leadership & Delivery * Lead the design and delivery of a multi-year initiative focused on low-emissions ammonia and fertiliser sector decarbonisation in India * Define programme strategy, workplans, milestones, and analytical approach * Oversee high-quality analytical outputs, including techno-economic assessments and investment cases * Ensure delivery against impact objectives, timelines, and stakeholder expectations Market Development & Business Origination * Identify, shape, and originate follow-on opportunities linked to the programme * Build and maintain a pipeline of potential engagements across industry, finance, and policy stakeholders * Convert relationships and insights into funded programmes, partnerships, or commercial work Stakeholder & Coalition Leadership * Build and manage senior relationships across government ministries, fertiliser producers, project developers, and financial institutions * Design and lead coalition structures, including defining vision, governance, and engagement models * Represent Systemiq externally in high-level forums, discussions, and partnerships Team Leadership * Manage and develop a small, high-performing team, including 1–2 Systemiq staff (potentially rotating or relocating to India) and a locally hired Associate * Set clear priorities, provide coaching, and ensure high standards of delivery across the team * Contribute to hiring and onboarding of additional India-based team members as the platform scales India Platform Development * Work in close partnership with Systemiq leadership to shape and scale the organisation’s presence in India * Provide on-the-ground insight into market dynamics, opportunities, and risks * Contribute to longer-term strategy, team build-out, and positioning in the region Essential Experience * 10+ years of experience in strategy consulting, energy, climate, infrastructure, or related sectors * Strong track record of leading complex programmes or workstreams in high-performance environments * Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders across government, industry, or finance * Proven ability to originate and develop opportunities into funded work, partnerships, or programmes * Deep understanding of energy systems, industrial decarbonisation, or adjacent sectors * Experience applying AI tools to research, synthesis, and insight generation Core Capabilities * Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking, with the ability to connect detailed analysis to system-level insights * High level of ownership and comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-evolving environments * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence senior audiences * Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution * Experience leading and developing high-performing teams Additional Experience * Deep, hands-on experience working in India’s energy, industrial, or policy landscape, with a strong local network across government, industry, and/or finance * Exposure to fertiliser, ammonia, hydrogen, or broader power-to-x value chains * Experience working across public, private, and non-profit sectors * Familiarity with market-based mechanisms and climate finance structures What This Role Offers * Opportunity to lead a high-impact initiative critical to India’s energy transition and food system resilience * A central role in shaping Systemiq’s long-term presence in one of the world’s most important transition markets * Direct exposure to senior policymakers, industry leaders, and financial institutions * Significant scope for career growth, including potential to shape future team and leadership structure in India * A collaborative, mission-driven environment with global reach via our diverse programmes, offices and relationships around the world       Diversity & Inclusion At Systemiq, we absolutely believe diverse perspectives are essential to driving system change. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported and able to do their best work. Click here to view our Data Policy.