Head of Unit Europe (all genders)

Temporary, Full-time · Berlin

Your mission

Overview of the position:
Hours: Full-time 100% (39 hours per week)
Starting date: As soon as possible
Duration: Limited contract for two years with possibility of extension
Location: Berlin
Department: Reporting to Head of Regional Peace Support Department

Staff Supervision

Personnel management of Unit staff, including staff development and support, annual appraisals, and conflict management mechanisms, if needed.

Project support

Supervise, support and guide project implementation
Ensure coordination and coherence within Unit
Provide regional and/or thematic expertise and analysis for project teams
Explore and assess new project ideas and/or requests
Strategic communication to project donors
Utilize and build networks in the region in support of project implementation

Strategic Development and Communication

Strategic fundraising for the Unit
Strategic networking for the Unit
Representation of Unit within and outside BFO (partners, donors, peers, etc.)
Overall responsibility for the development of concept notes and project proposals
Any further relevant tasks delegated by the Head of Department

Your knowledge, experience & skills

A degree in peace or conflict studies or a related field (M.A.)
A substantial track record of working in and on the region
A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience
Expertise on conflict transformation, (insider) mediation, dialogue & peace process support
A proven track record in leading cohesive teams
Extensive experience in managing budgets
Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to apply them within a work context
Flexibility and adaptability to challenging situations, ability to work under pressure
Excellent verbal and written language skills in English; German and a further language of the region considered a plus

What you can expect from us

Highly experienced and engaged community of practice
Transparent terms of compensation (housetarif)
Highly relevant, insightful and challenging tasks
Confidence-based flexible working hours
Flexibility regarding mobile working solutions

Application procedure

Please submit your CV and cover letter as well as diplomas, certificates and references (letters or contact information) by 15.12.2024 (ending with end of business hours) through our online application system.

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.

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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.

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Über uns

Die Berghof Foundation ist eine unabhängige, gemeinnützige Organisation, die Menschen in Konflikten bei ihren Bemühungen um nachhaltigen Frieden durch Konflikttransformation und Friedenskonsolidierung unterstützt. Die Organisation mit Hauptsitz in Berlin wird von einem internationalen Team geführt und arbeitet mit lokalen Partnern auf der ganzen Welt.

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We appreciate your interest in our organisation. Please fill in the following short form. Should you have any difficulties in uploading your files, please contact us by mail at jobs@berghof-foundation.org.