Strategy Manager

Company Description: Systemiq is a system-change company committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement by transforming markets and business models across five key systems: nature and food, materials and circularity, energy, urban areas, and sustainable finance. As a certified B Corp, we combine strategic advisory with high-impact, on-the-ground work, partnering with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to deliver system change. With offices across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, we are dedicated exclusively to sustainability-focused work. 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 abilit