Assistant Policy and External Relations

Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can invest your skills, passion, and time in an impactful way? Do you want to work for an organization that is dynamic, goal-driven, and dedicated to making a difference? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

As one of Germany’s largest and most respected private organizations in development cooperation and humanitarian aid, we are committed to driving positive change. We operate independendently from religious and political influences, ensuring that our actions are always guided by strong ethical principles. Through embracing innovation we strive to become a data-mature, human-driven organization that continuously improves the way we work.

Our vision: "Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet." Join us in creating a world where everyone has access to food while ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. If you are ready to make an impact, we look forward to receiving your application!

Assistant Policy and External Relations*

in Bonn

The position is to be filled as soon as possible and is initially offered on a two-year fixed-term contract, with good prospects for extension. Employment location will be Bonn, Germany.

As an Assistant in the Policy Department, you will provide comprehensive support to the team in coordination, organization, and administrative tasks. In this role, you will help ensure seamless internal processes and enhance communication both within the organization and with external partners.

Your responsibilities

• Drafting, editing, and finalizing correspondence, texts, briefings, and minutes in German and English, including proofreading and linguistic editing
• Tracking internal processes, deadlines, and appointments, as well as supporting the monitoring and preparation of political processes and events
• Organizational and content-related preparation and follow-up of internal meetings, including minute-taking and maintenance of the team calendar
• Maintaining and updating contact databases and distribution lists, including coordinating communication with political stakeholders and partner organizations
• Supporting internal reporting and coordination processes
• Assisting with invoice coding, financial administration, and other administrative processes
• Ensuring the publication of relevant information from the unit on the intranet, including maintaining the respective intranet pages

Your profile

• Several years of relevant professional experience in administrative, organizational, and coordination roles, ideally in the context of international cooperation or politics
• Strong coordination and organizational skills, including the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Very good knowledge of MS Office (especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel), as well as practical experience with MS Teams and Miro
• You recognize the growing importance of data in your field and are motivated to expand your knowledge and skills to integrate data-driven approaches into your work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German, as well as very good command of English

What we offer

• Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
• Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.

In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under Our benefits.

Please send your application via our online recruiting system. Your contact person is Peter Doerr. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

*Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

Our Benefits

Find out what benefits Welthungerhilfe offers for employees.

Our Projects

We fight against hunger and poverty by implementing projects in numerous countries.

Our Strategy

"Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet"
Our strategy guides us in our work.

Transparency and Quality

Welthungerhilfe, its employees, as well as its partners commit to transparency and quality.

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