ABOUT THE ROLE

The Transparency International Secretariat is currently seeking a Project Associate (m/f/d) to join the Projects Team, to work on new and ongoing projects, with a strong focus on supporting monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL).

OVERVIEW OF KEY DIMENSIONS

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Based in the Projects Team, the Project Associate will:

• Proactively support day-to-day project implementation of projects in the Projects Team, ensuring consistency with TI-S processes, procedures and best practice standards
• Strive for high-quality outputs and the greatest possible impact of project activities to advance the anti-corruption agenda in relevant countries
• Work in close collaboration and ensure ongoing communication with project partners in relevant regions
• Assist with MEL framework development, data collection, analysis, reporting and other MEL activities while ensuring that the project MEL aligns with the organisational MEL standards and systems
• Assist in the development of learning products and the organisation of learning events at project level based on MEL findings
• Check and ensure data quality of project monitoring and evaluation data
• Support project leads and partners in efforts to monitor and evaluate project/programme impact, plan advocacy interventions and research and communication/outreach activities, and share knowledge and experience across activities
• Support the preparation of project proposals and outputs, including narrative/accountability reports, trainings, events, presentations, publications, communications materials, web content, etc. and financial administration processes
• Respond to requests for information, researching in order to provide sufficient responses or escalating where needed
• Contribute to the overall functioning of the team by providing proactive and ad hoc support where necessary and undertake administrative tasks related to the day-to-day operational running of project work as required

CANDIDATE PROFILE

In order to succeed in this role, candidates will need to meet the following:

• University degree in social sciences, administration, journalism, economics, management, or another relevant field
• 2+ years of relevant experience – preferably with an International NGO or International Organisation – working on project management, budget/financial monitoring and MEL support or related, in a multi-country delivery context
• Knowledge of, or considerable interest in, the work of TI and the field, of anti-corruption
• Experience with donor-funded projects in the civil society field and donor rules and regulations, including experience of supporting MEL and impact reporting
• Experience with supporting MEL and impact reporting for US Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL), Global Affairs Canada (GAC) or European Commission-funded projects a distinct advantage
• Experience with supporting outcome harvesting-based MEL approaches an advantage
• Experience with supporting the development of results frameworks for donor-funded proposals for European Commission-funded opportunities an advantage
• Experience in organising major events with diverse international partners, in-person and remote, and meetings and workshops with project partners to support the development and roll-out of project MEL frameworks and processes
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to effectively support projects in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, and work flexibly across projects as needed
• Results orientation, resilience and tenacity with the ability to work under pressure in a collaborative setting
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and network effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent oral and written communication in French and in English
• Africa regional experience an advantage
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and intercultural communication skills, particularly at distance communication
• Commitment to the values and principles of Transparency International

WHAT WE OFFER

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 colleagues experts in the field of anti-corruption and 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 flat hierarchies, 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 financial contribution to German language classes
• generous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hours
• the possibility of Work from Abroad for periods of time (for up to 10 working days at a time for a maximum of 20 working days per calendar year)
• Sodexo Restaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for meals
• selection of fruits and hot drinks, summer and winter parties, and ‚Social Fridays’ with complimentary snacks and drinks
• reduced membership fees with Urban Sports Club
• a centrally located office in a vibrant metropolitan city with excellent public transportation connectivity at the river Spree

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter in English, merged into one PDF file, via our TI website Career Opportunities – Transparency.org clicking on the vacant position and the button ‘Apply Online’

Closing date for applications is Thursday, 10.08.2023.

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 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.

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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