Project Officer Global Learning Hub (all genders)

Berghof Foundation; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Berghof Foundation seeks a part-time (80%) position focused on logistical support for international conferences. The ideal candidate will hold an MA in political sciences or international relations, demonstrating excellent organizational, communication, and intercultural skills. With a flexible work environment, this role contributes to advancing the practice of transitional justice and reconciliation within a dynamic team and scholarly network.

Leistungen

Transparent compensation terms based on TVöD Bund

Flexible working hours

Opportunity to work within an experienced community of practice

Qualifikationen

• Fluent German and excellent English verbal and written skills.
• Experience in organizing international conferences.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Aufgaben

• Manage travel arrangements and participant logistics for an international conference.
• Support project team in network management and communication.
• Follow up on donor regulations and internal policies.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Logistical skills

Communication skills

Intercultural skills

Ausbildung

MA in Political Sciences or International Relations

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

Overview Of The Position

Hours: 80% part-time

Starting date: As soon as possible

Duration: limited contract until the end of March 2026

Location: Berlin, Germany

Department & reporting line: Conflict Transformation Research, Global Learning Hub for Transitional Justice and Reconciliation

The Global Learning Hub for Transitional Justice and Reconciliation is hosted by the Berghof Foundation and set-up as a network of nine organisations from Germany and across the world. The Hub facilitates dialogue and mutual learning, generates knowledge and seeks to advance the policy and practice of transitional justice.

Your Main Tasks

• You are responsible for the travel arrangements and participant management as well as organisational and logistical support for an international conference in coordination with the project team
• You provide organisational, logistical and administrative support for activities, implemented by Hub partner organisations
• You ensure timely communication and coordination with Hub partner organisations as well as the project team and external service providers and you flag organisational bottlenecks
• You support the project team in network management, the organization of events, the editing of presentations and publications, and external communication
• You follow up on donor regulations and internal policies (e.g. procurement rules) in coordination with the finance department
  
  

Your Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• You hold an MA in political sciences or international relations, preferably with a focus on peace and conflict studies; knowledge on transitional justice is an asset
• You possess excellent organizational and logistical skills
• You have first professional experience with the organization of international conferences and other international event formats (including hybrid and online formats) as well as project management and billing
• Prior experience in supporting international network management and remote coordination is an asset
• Fluent German and excellent verbal and written language skills in English
• Furthermore, you have first professional experience in layout and editing presentations and publications
• Professional skills in the use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) complete your profile
  
  

Additional skills:

• Strong ability to work with perseverance as part of a team as well as independently
• Excellent communication skills in an international environment
• Curiosity and strong intercultural skills
• Ability to work under time-pressure
  
  

What You Can Expect From Us

• Highly experienced and engaged community of practice
• Transparent terms of compensation based on the TVöD Bund
• Highly relevant, insightful and challenging tasks
• Confidence based flexible working hours
• Flexibility regarding office vs. mobile working solutions
  
  

Application procedure

The contract duration of the part-time position (80%) is limited until 31.03.2026, depending on the availability of project funds.

Application procedure: Please submit your CV and cover letter as well as diplomas, certificates and references (letters or contact information) by 06.07.2025 (ending with end of business hours) through our online application system: https://www.berghof-foundation.org/en/about-us/work-with-us/jobs/

We welcome diversity and are happy to receive applications from people regardless of their ethnic, social and national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation and marital status.

Thank you!

We look forward to receiving your application!

About Us

The Berghof Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization supporting people in conflict in their efforts to achieve sustainable peace through conflict transformation and peacebuilding. Headquartered in Berlin, the organization is run by a diverse team and works with local partners around the world.