Team Lead Project Planning and Deputy Head of Division, EU Information Architecture | Teamleitung Vorhabenplanung und stellv. Referatsleitung (m/w/d) im Bereich EU Informations-Architekt

Bundesverwaltungsamt

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jul 7, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role at the Federal Office of Administration (BVA) is for a Team Lead in Project Planning, with the added responsibility of serving as Deputy Head of an IT Division focused on EU Information Architecture. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage complex issues including ministerial inquiries, and prepare reports and presentations. A key aspect of the role involves acting as the communicative interface for operational project management between IT, business departments, external stakeholders, and service providers, particularly with program management. The position also requires coordinating team and divisional tasks, optimizing processes, and representing the department in national and international forums. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT professional with strong leadership and project management skills to contribute to significant IT applications within the public security sector, working in a supportive and diverse team environment in Cologne.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Master or Diploma) in Computer Science OR University degree in another field with relevant IT experience OR demonstrated extensive IT project experience.

Experience

  • At least 1 year of professional experience in information technology, preferably with public sector relevance (if degree is not in IT)
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in complex international IT projects, including communication, preferably with EU context (alternative to IT degree)
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in IT project management, including overarching IT framework planning and managing external service providers
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in leading teams in IT project management or software development

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel for business trips; Willingness to undergo a security clearance check (SÜG); Foreign degree equivalency proof required if applicable; Ability to be appointed as a civil servant based on career path requirements.