Strategy Manager

Systemiq; Pulau Untung Jawa; On-site; IDR 260,000,000 - 520,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Systemiq is seeking an experienced Manager to lead multiple workstreams, guide teams across sustainability transition themes, and drive high-impact engagements in Indonesia. You will translate insights from policy, economics, and engineering into practical strategies for clients and partners, delivering scalable impact.

The role requires leading complex projects, building strategic relationships, and mentoring junior colleagues, with a strong focus on energy systems, decarbonisation, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 6+ years of experience in consulting, strategy, project management, sustainable finance, climate, energy transition, infrastructure, or sustainability-focused roles.
• Strong understanding of sustainability transition topics including energy systems, decarbonisation, climate policy, sustainable finance, industrial transformation, nature, or land use.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and engage senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial and adaptable mindset with ability to operate in fast-paced environments.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior colleagues.
• Full fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring successful project execution and high-impact outcomes.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders across private sector, government, financial institutions, NGOs, and academia.
• Support design and implementation of strategic interventions across sustainability transition themes.
• Conduct and oversee qualitative and quantitative analysis to generate actionable insights.
• Provide strategic advisory support to partners and clients on transition challenges and opportunities.
• Lead and mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Contribute to thought leadership with insights, frameworks, and recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Sustainability

Decarbonisation

Energy systems

Climate policy

Sustainable finance

English fluency

Analytical thinking

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, engineering, environmental science, business, public policy, finance, sustainability, or related fields

Job description

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.

Role Overview

As a Manager at Systemiq, you will be responsible for leading key projects, managing complex multi-stakeholder relationships, and driving impactful sustainability initiatives. You will take ownership of multiple workstreams, oversee project delivery, and guide teams in designing and implementing strategic interventions across sustainability, economic transition, and systems transformation themes.

You will play a critical role in translating technical, policy, market, and sustainability insights into action, ensuring high-quality project execution and supporting clients and partners to deliver practical, scalable impact.

We are looking for an experienced leader with expertise in sustainability transitions, decarbonisation, energy systems, climate, sustainable finance, or related fields, combined with strong project management skills and a demonstrated ability to drive impact through cross-sector collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring successful project execution and high-impact outcomes.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders across the private sector, government, financial institutions, NGOs, and academia.
• Support the design and implementation of strategic interventions across sustainability transition themes, including energy transition, climate, land use, industrial transformation, and sustainable finance.
• Conduct and oversee qualitative and quantitative analysis to generate insights that inform decision-making and strategy.
• Provide strategic advisory support to partners and clients on sustainability transition challenges and opportunities.
• Lead and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Contribute to thought leadership, including development of insights, frameworks, and recommendations related to sustainability and systems change.

Leadership

You will be a senior member of the Indonesia team, working closely with Systemiq Partners and senior leadership to shape and deliver high-impact engagements across sustainability transition themes.

Requirements

Mindset, Skills & Experience

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to Systemiq’s mission and a passion for systems change.

Ideal candidates will bring:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, engineering, environmental science, business, public policy, finance, sustainability, or related fields.
• 6+ years of experience in consulting, strategy, project management, sustainable finance, climate, energy transition, infrastructure, or sustainability-focused roles.
• Strong understanding of sustainability transition topics, including exposure to areas such as energy systems, decarbonisation, climate policy, sustainable finance, industrial transformation, nature, or land use.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and engage senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including experience synthesising complex information into actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial and adaptable mindset, with the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced and evolving environments.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior colleagues.
• Full fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Disclaimer: Please ensure you are legally eligible to work/live in your location when applying for this role. Visa sponsorship or relocation costs will not be provided.

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.

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