27. Juni 2025
The Ready4H2 project is a consortium of over 60 gas distribution system operators (DSO) and 7 related national associations across 10 countries in Europe. The project aim is to combine the expertise of its members to transform their grids to delivering hydrogen, to:
Create a common understanding of the value of DSO in the hydrogen value chain.
Share knowledge to help DSOs learn from each other and transition quicker to hydrogen.
Demonstrate to policy makers and other stakeholders the role of gas DSOs in the energy transition in Europe.
Project activities are carried out under 3 pillars: knowledge sharing, communications and research.
Close liaison is kept with our 7 partner associations (Hydrogen Europe, ERIG, EUROGAS, GD4S, GEODE, GERG and MARCOGAZ), with whom the project has MOUs. The project is administered by the European Research Institute for Gas and Energy Innovation (ERIG), with whom we share office space in Brussels. For more information on Ready4H2 project and the work already completed, please visit the website at www.ready4h2.com and LinkedIn page here.
The project Director is seeking an assistant, starting 1 September 2025. In line with the objectives outlined above, you will be expected to perform a range of technical, communication and organisational functions, including but not limited to:
Assist with research on issues related to the use of the gas grid to transport hydrogen.
Assist with advocacy: develop messages and content, create brochures, prepare slides.
Keep project data up to date – databases, website, LinkedIn, Teams project platform.
Track policy and regulatory developments relating to the use of the gas grid to deliver hydrogen in Brussels (Gas Package) and in member countries.
Track the “Brussels diary” and industry events that the project should be visible at.
Attend events in Brussels and report on content, when the Director cannot attend.
Monitor mainstream media for information of relevance.
Assist with the preparation of meetings and events, and during meetings take notes/minutes.
Liaise with project members, partners and stakeholders as required.
Support the work of the project Director day-to-day as required.
University or advanced degree in engineering or technology related to the gas industry, or international relations, or European energy policy or other related field, with a good understanding of the impact that the energy transition has on the gas business.
Command of spoken and written English.
The ability to analyse information and summarise data concisely, with an eye for detail.
Interpersonal and communication skills and the confidence to liaise with project members, partners and stakeholders as required.
Time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
A flexible, independent personality that welcomes new challenges and perspectives, can work alone for periods and enjoys work in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment.
The chance to be part of a dynamic international team that is making a difference in the move towards clean energy by promoting hydrogen and other green gases.
Office facilities in SPACES, Rue Belliard 40, 1040 Brussels, Belgium.
Work with a supportive industry community.
Paid Belgian CIP contract for 6 months with an option of renewal for another 6 months.
During the internship period, you will develop an understanding of the challenges that the gas industry faces as well as the opportunities for it to transform to the supply of hydrogen (and other green gases), including technical, commercial and regulatory issues.
You will also further develop skills related to research, analytical thinking, drafting, negotiations, event organisation and communications and the culture of high-level, international collaboration.
You will also have the opportunity to improve your “softer skills” - communications, advocacy, diplomacy, relationship management, time management, patience and how to coordinate a diverse group towards a common goal.
For your application to be considered it must include a CV, cover letter and proof that you can live and work in Europe. Please email to info(at)ready4h2.com.
Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Europe and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in Belgium.
The deadline for applications is midnight 0900 hrs CET (Berlin time) Friday 18 July 2025.
Short-listed candidates will be contacted to undertake a written test. This will be issued by email and require a timed reply. Subsequent suitable candidates will be offered an online interview (or face to face if already in Brussels).
