Senior Policy Advisor - Global Hunger Index*

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with a contract duration of one year due to a parental leave cover. Employment location will be Berlin, Germany.

As Senior Policy Advisor - Global Hunger Index, you will play a key role in the successful conception, production and further development of the overall publication of the Global Hunger Index and manage the associated communications and advocacy work.

Your responsibilities

• Responsibility for the conception, content, production and further development of the specialist publication Welthunger-Index (WHI) in English and German as well as the coordination of an international team of partners, consultants and experts
• Representing Welthungerhilfe at external meetings and vis-à-vis political actors, partner organizations, donors, etc. as well as giving talks and presentations at events with a large (specialist) audience
• Coordinating the content and logistical preparation of events, including briefing and supporting guests
• Developing Welthungerhilfe's political positions on various development policy issues
• Advising Welthungerhilfe country offices on advocacy measures and processes
• Project management and independent administration of the project budget and acquisition of third-party funding for WHI-related components, as well as the associated preparation of applications and reports
• Preparation of briefings and presentations for department management, the Executive Board and the Board of Directors
• Coordination with other Welthungerhilfe departments on the content of publications and political positions as well as events
• Conception and implementation of workshops with Welthungerhilfe employees, partner organizations and external guests
• Steering the strategic development of the project with regard to methodology and scientific anchoring, (digital) communication and advocacy strategy

Your profile

• A University or College degree in a relevant subject area
• Several years of proven professional experience in the management of international projects
• Extensive experience in managing publications and editorial activities
• Strategic-analytical skills and experience in political processes
• Strong understanding of lobbying and advocacy work
• Willingness to familiarize oneself with new topics
• Strong coordination and organizational skills, even under time pressure
• Very good knowledge of the relevant MS Office applications
• Very good command of written and spoken German and 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.

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