Konstanza Jochim

Konstanza manages the IETI Hub for Research Impact, overseeing program operations and leading the strategic design of participatory and transdisciplinary initiatives and that enable researcher to develop meaningful science–society connections and enhance the societal impact of their work. Her work combines program development with action research on the effectiveness of participatory processes for research careers and science–society engagement.

With a background in needs-oriented innovation design, she previously coordinated international, multi-stakeholder research and cooperation projects at the intersection of innovation, participation, and sustainability, in collaboration with institutes across Africa, Asia, and Europe.