Policy Associate (m/f/d)
JOB DETAIL
Transparency International is a global movement with one vision: a world in which government, business, civil society and the daily lives of people are free of corruption. With more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, we are leading the fight against corruption to turn this vision into reality.
Policy Associate (m/f/d)
- Full Time
- Alt-Moabit 96, 10559 Berlin, Deutschland
- With Professional Experience
- 10/27/23
ABOUT TRANSPARENCY INTERNATIONAL
Transparency International is a global movement with one vision: a world in which government, business, civil society and the daily lives of people are free of corruption. With more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, we are leading the fight against corruption to turn this vision into reality.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking to fill an exciting policy position that will be based in our Policy and Advocacy Team. The Policy and Advocacy Team leads on the organisation’s advocacy initiatives through the development of policy positions, representation of Transparency International at international fora and towards key stakeholders within the anti-corruption community, and cooperation with TI National chapters on shared global thematic priorities.
Since 2021, the TI movement is implementing its new strategy Holding Power to Account – A Global Strategy Against Corruption 2021-2030, which outlines three Strategic Objectives. We are looking for a talented and outstanding individual to support the development of research and policy related mainly to SO 2 Dirty money flows and SO 5 Enforcement and Justice from within the Global Anti Corruption Consortium (GACC) team, so encompassing sufficient flexibility for on-demand research and communication support to the TI-S GACC team as well as chapters collaborating with GACC.
| OVERVIEW OF KEY DIMENSIONS |
| Role Purpose: Support research and policy development related to TI’s thematic priorities, in particular work carried out through GACC in the area of corrupt money flows and enforcement and justice.
Team: Policy & Advocacy Reporting Line: Head of Policy & Advocacy Band: Salary according to TI-S internal salary structure; for this position corresponding to band PF1; salary starting EUR 35,175.00 gross per year (full-time) depending on relevant experience Starting Date: 1 December 2023 Contract Duration: Currently we can offer an employment contract limited for a duration of 2 years Working Hours: full time [100%; 40 hours per week] Location: Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S), Berlin – with occasional international travel as needed Job ID: TIS-P&A-PA-102023 |
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE ROLE
Based in the Policy & Advocacy Team, the Policy Associate will:
- Provide background research and analysis for the development of evidence-based policy papers and submissions to relevant public consultations
- Liaise with TI national chapters on relevant policy and advocacy opportunities as part of the GACC project
- Support the analysis of information from varied and diverse sources for messaging and communication purposes
- Draft messaging and communication products in coordination with the communications department
- Support the development of funding proposals
- Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and learning activities
- Provide assistance on a wide range of tasks (e.g. editorial, administrative, organisational) when required
CANDIDATE PROFILE
In order to succeed in this role, candidates will need to meet the following:
- University degree or equivalent in law, political science, economics or another relevant field
- 2+ years of relevant experience – preferably with an International NGO or International Organisation – in the fields of anti-corruption or good governance; specific experience on research and policy work related to natural resources, state capture or anti-money laundering an advantage.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to effectively manage priorities in a dynamic and fast paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and team working skills and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in working with large datasets an advantage
- Some experience in contributing to research projects
- Strong written communication skills; professional language proficiency in English, fluency in other languages, in particular French and Spanish, an asset
- Strong IT literacy, in particular MS Excel
- Demonstrated interest in good governance and corruption related issues and advocacy
- Commitment to the values and principles of Transparency International
- Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and maintain a professional approach
Joining the Transparency International Secretariat candidates can expect:
- the opportunity to become part of the global movement against corruption and make a positive contribution to the work of TI in the field of transparency and accountability working on a wide range of relevant and challenging issues
- a role with purpose, working in a team of engaged and enthusiastic experts in the field of anti-corruption, driven and united by the desire to fight corruption and achieve significant and large-scale replicable impact
- a dynamic, flexible and international working environment with peers representing 45+ different nationalities
- a high degree of collaboration and autonomy in a lean and agile organisation with streamlined decision-making processes and a shared leadership culture with servant leadership philosophy
- opportunities to learn and grow, including regular Show & Tell meetings and visits by external experts
Staff at TI-S enjoy a competitive compensation & benefits package designed for staff well-being and work life balance, incl.:
- a relocation package incl. sponsorship of work permit if needed and eligible
- financial contribution to German language classes
- generous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hours
- Remote-hybrid working model from within Germany
- the possibility of Work from Abroad for periods of time (currently for up to 10 working days at a time for a maximum of 20 working days per calendar year)
- Friday afternoons alternately free or meeting-free during the summer months
- Sodexo Restaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for meals
- reduced membership fees with Urban Sports Club
- Mental wellbeing and counselling support by OpenUp
- a centrally located office in a vibrant metropolitan city with excellent public transportation connectivity at the river Spree
Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter in English, merged into one PDF file, via the online recruitment system clicking on the button ‘Apply Online’.
Closing date for applications is Thursday, 09 November 2023.
Only applications duly completed and received through the online recruitment system will be considered.
Transparency International is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued and where there is equality of opportunity. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and therefore welcome and strongly encourage applications from qualified candidates of all regions, countries, cultures and backgrounds. Existing permission to work in Germany is not a selection criterion and TI-S supports successful candidates in the process for applying for a work permit, if needed and eligible.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis and we do not discriminate on the basis of national origin, race, colour or ethnic background, religious belief, sex, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation, marital or family status, age or ability. We kindly ask applicants to refrain from including in their application information relating to the above as well as from attaching photos.
DISCLAIMER
Please note that Transparency International does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment and selection process (whether at application, processing, testing, interviewing, traveling or otherwise), nor does Transparency International require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants. Transparency International will also not ask you to join any group or account on social media or elsewhere.
FURTHER INFORMATION
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