Head of Department - Policy, Coordination, International Affairs, Internal Services, and Civil Emergency Planning | Leitung (w/m/d) Ref. 10 „Grundsatz, Koordination, Internationales und Innerer Dienst, Zivile Alarmpl
Ministerium für Infrastruktur und Landesplanung
Job Summary
This is a pivotal leadership role within the Ministry for Infrastructure and State Planning, overseeing Department 10, which handles critical strategic coordination, international relations, and internal administrative services, including civil emergency planning. The successful candidate will lead a team of 15, driving key initiatives such as government planning, bureaucracy reduction, and inter-state cooperation with Berlin. This position requires a strong leader with exceptional communication and strategic thinking skills, who is committed to employee development and conflict resolution. It offers a stable, impactful career within the public sector, with flexible working hours, mobile work options, and opportunities for professional growth in the heart of Potsdam.
Required Skills
Education
Accredited Master's degree, university diploma, or equivalent university degree, preferably in Administrative Sciences, Political Sciences, or Law, or eligibility for the higher administrative service.
Experience
- Proven competence and experience in a specialist function (at least at salary group A 15 or E 15 TV-L, or comparable outside the public service)
- Several years of professional experience in public administration (desired)
- Initial experience in leadership roles (including deputy functions) (desired)
Languages
Additional
- Located in Potsdam, Germany. Full-time, permanent position. Eligibility for civil servant status may be possible. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration with equal qualifications.