Program Coordinator, Humanities and Social Sciences | Programmkoordinator (m/w/d) im Referat Geistes- und Gesellschaftswissenschaften der Auswahlabteilung
Alexander v. Humboldt-Stiftung Stiftung des privaten Rechts
Job Summary
As a Program Coordinator in the Humanities and Social Sciences department, you will play a pivotal role in the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation's selection division. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve coordinating and providing expert consultation for the Alexander von Humboldt Professorship (AHP) program, as well as preparing administrative assessments (voting procedures) for grant applications. You will support the peer-review process and facilitate the decision-making of independent selection committees. This position requires a Master’s degree and professional experience in academic management, foundations, or public administration. You will thrive in this role if you possess strong organizational skills, the ability to manage complex projects, and a collaborative spirit. This position is particularly attractive for those passionate about international science management and fostering global research excellence within a supportive, diverse, and mission-driven organization.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree (or equivalent higher education qualification) is required. For foreign degrees, recognition by the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB) is mandatory.
Experience
- Professional experience in administrative roles within foundations, international science management, or public administration
- Professional experience and knowledge in (agile) project management
- International study and work experience is desired
- Leadership, delegation, and assertiveness skills are desired
Languages
Additional
- Valid work permit for Germany required. The position is a 50% part-time role (19.5 hours/week) and is fixed-term until December 31, 2027. Selected candidates must participate in a presentation and interview process, which will be partially conducted in English.
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