Manuel Kirchner

Manuel Kirchner currently serves as a Policy Officer at the Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control, specifically within the Federal Energy Efficiency Center, where support related to energy efficiency is provided to the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. Previously, Manuel worked at GOPA Worldwide Consultants as a Senior Project Manager, leading projects in renewable energy, governance, and economic development. With experience as a Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant for various programs commissioned by GIZ and the German Federal Foreign Office, Manuel has contributed to evaluations and consultancy services across multiple sectors, including climate change and education. Additional roles include management positions at a restaurant and political consultancy work, demonstrating a diverse skill set in both project and personnel management. Manuel holds a Master's Degree in Political Science, American Studies, and Public Law from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz.