Çalık Enerji delivers energy from nature to people, building a better and more sustainable future. Since its establishment in 1998, the company has become one of the world’s leading energy firms, successfully executing projects across Europe, the CIS, the Middle East, Central Asia, Africa, and the Balkans.

Operating in Poland, Hungary, Romania, Switzerland, Germany, the Netherlands, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Libya, Iraq, and Senegal, Çalık Enerji focuses on three main business lines: EPC Contracting, Distribution & Retail, and Renewable Energy Investments.

We are seeking a proactive, intellectually curious, and fast-learning "Strategy Planning Chief" to join our Strategy team, reporting directly to the Strategy Coordinator. The selected candidate will take the lead in Çalık Enerji’s Second-Generation Ethanol (E2G) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) energy transition initiatives and contribute to the global identification and prioritization of clean and renewable energy business opportunities. This role requires cross-functional coordination, high-level communication, and strategic planning within the evolving landscape of green energy transformation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Çalık Enerji’s Second-Generation Ethanol (E2G)/SAF project, overseeing the full cycle from pre-feasibility to strategic positioning.
• Support the Strategy Coordinator in providing strategic input and coordination across other green energy transformation projects, including biofuels, solar, wind, and hybrid systems.
• Assist the Strategy Coordinator in the evaluation and prioritization of global business opportunities, contributing to Çalık Enerji’s and Çalık Holding’s investment strategy.
• Support the Strategy Coordinator in the organization and execution of high-level visits, especially with strategic partners from Japan, Europe, Africa and other key markets.
• Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and documentation for C-level executives and high-ranking public/private sector stakeholders.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external parties, consultants, suppliers and etc. to ensure strategic alignment across projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or any other scientific field (preferably Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering).
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience, including project management in technical, industrial, or energy-related fields. Familiarity with process industries like oil & gas, petrochemicals, or biomass will be an advantage.
• Proven ability and enthusiasm to lead complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience or familiarity with bioenergy, carbon footprint analysis, or renewable fuels is a strong asset.
• Exposure to international business environments and stakeholder negotiations is preferable.
• Excellent English communication skills (both written and spoken).
• Strong skills in strategic thinking, coordination, and communication.
• A proactive and curious mindset, with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
• Ability to learn quickly and thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.