Call for Applications: Project Officer
Permanent Employee, Full-time · Berlin
Your mission:
The Project Officer will be instrumental in supporting Ethiopian-led and Ethiopian-owned dialogue efforts across multiple, interconnected levels, including both national and sub-national initiatives, while engaging specific stakeholder groups.
Overview of the position:
- Hours: 100%
- Starting date: 1st of May 2025
- Duration: Limited contract until 31st of January 2026, with the possibility of extension depending on project funds
- Location: Berlin, Germany (with frequent intercontinental travels)
- Department & Reporting line: General Regional Peace Support Department, reporting to the Head of Unit Ethiopia and Senior Project Manager
Your main tasks:
- Contribute to the organization, coordination, and implementation of project activities in Ethiopia in close collaboration with the project team and partners based in Addis Ababa.
- Conduct background research and provide the team with summaries on conflict topics as needed.
- Assist in the content preparation and subsequent organization of workshops in both Berlin and Addis Ababa.
- Work closely with Finance Managers and colleagues engaged in logistics concerning budget planning and project activities.
- Contribute to project proposal development, donor reporting, as well as administrative and financial procedures.
Your knowledge, experience & skills:
- A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, International Relations, or a similar discipline.
- Initial relevant work experience, particularly in event organization, budget management, and task coordination within an international and intercultural context.
- Ideally possesses thematic knowledge on dialogue/mediation processes and contextual expertise related to Ethiopia/Horn of Africa.
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is essential.
- Exceptional organizational skills, alongside strong intercultural and interpersonal communication abilities to navigate high-level settings.
- Must demonstrate curiosity, empathy, passion, commitment, and perseverance.
- Willingness to travel to the Horn of Africa Region.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Additional skills:
- Proven capability to work as part of a diverse team as well as independently.
- Strong empathy and intercultural skills.
- Ability to thrive under pressure.
What you can expect from us:
- Engagement with a highly experienced and dedicated community of practice.
- Transparent terms of compensation (TVöd Bund).
- Highly relevant, insightful, and challenging tasks.
- Confidence-based, flexible working hours.
- Flexibility in terms of office vs. mobile working solutions.
Application procedure:
The contract duration for this position is until 31.01.2026 with the possibility of extension depending on project funds.
Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter through our online application system by 15.04.2025 at the latest.
About us:
The Berghof Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals in conflict in their quest for sustainable peace through the avenues of conflict transformation and peacebuilding.
Based in Berlin, our diverse team collaborates with local partners globally.
Apply for this job and help us make a difference!
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