At the German Red Cross (GRC), it is our responsibility to support people, solely according to their degree of need. For more than 150 years, the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement has been providing comprehensive help to people. No matter what we do and where we are active, our seven Red Cross principles – Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality – always guide our actions.
At the GRC headquarters in Berlin, you will help shape the future orientation of the GRC as a National Red Cross Society umbrella organization for other non-statutory welfare organizations. Every day, you will contribute to ensuring that people in Germany and around the world receive help – solely according to their need.
Position and team
We are seeking a dedicated individual for the position of Head of the Anticipation Hub (m/f/d). The position entails full-time employment (100%). The employment offer is initially limited until 30 June 2026, with the prospect of long-term employment.
This position is situated within the International Cooperation Division of the GRC, as part of the Knowledge and Innovation Department. This department is responsible for thematic areas in international cooperation and is implementing a global project funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, which includes the Anticipation Hub.
In this position, you will lead the Anticipation Hub, a knowledge platform and network aimed at promoting learning, exchange and collaborative advocacy in the field of anticipatory humanitarian action. The Anticipation Hub is a joint initiative of the GRC, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre (Climate Centre). It is supported by more than 120 partners drawn from the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement, the United Nations, governments, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, universities and other network initiatives.
Your tasks
As the head of the Anticipation Hub, you are responsible for its management and development, both as a network and as a knowledge platform. In this capacity, you are supported by an expert team based in Berlin and Geneva, consisting of approximately seven staff members. In detail, this position entails:
• needs-oriented and innovative development of the Anticipation Hub, considering the available resources (both personnel and financial)
• planning, budget management and technical line management of the Anticipation Hub staff, in both Berlin and Geneva
• implementation and evaluation of the Anticipation Hub’s strategy (2021-2024), ensuring strategic development in close collaboration with the Hub’s coordination team (GRC, IFRC and the Climate Centre) and alignment with other strategic partners
• planning and implementation of the Global and Regional Dialogue Platforms, in close cooperation with the Hub coordination team (head of the Anticipation Unit, IFRC, and the Climate Centre)
• facilitating the discourse around anticipatory humanitarian action within a growing network of scientists, practitioners and decision-makers, jointly with the experts within the Hub team
• ensuring the relevance of Hub activities to its network, and upholding its values as defined in the strategy, including inclusion, diversity, innovation and accountability
• developing partnerships with relevant global, regional and national organizations and key initiatives, including the Early Warnings for All Initiative, the Anticipatory Action Task Force and the Risk-Informed Early Action Partnership
• responsibility for adherence to the governance structure of the Anticipation Hub, which includes overseeing the planning, implementation and tracking of activities related to the Steering Committee, Advisory Group and Partner Meetings
• ensuring high-quality reporting and communication for the Anticipation Hub, including communication with the German Federal Foreign Office.
Your profile
• Holds an accredited university degree in relevant fields.
• Substantial professional experience, including experience in establishing similar initiatives or networks.
• Leadership experience in interdisciplinary and culturally diverse teams, including project management and budget responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience in strategic communication within humanitarian assistance or development cooperation networks.
• Expertise in humanitarian assistance, disaster risk management, and/or development cooperation is advantageous, along with experience in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
• Required proficiency in English, with knowledge of other relevant languages desirable; good German language skills are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally and ability to work in tropical conditions.
Our offer
• A responsible and varied job in the spirit of humanity.
• A space for your professional and personal development within an experienced and dedicated international team.
• Fair working conditions according to the GRC’s collective agreement, which includes:
· remuneration according to remuneration group 12
· 30 days annual leave per year and no work on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
· an attractive company pension scheme (VBL).
• Flexible working time arrangements to ensure compatibility between work and family life.
• Individual offers for health-benefit schemes.
• Mobile working (up to 10 working days per month, if full-time) with a presence in Berlin depending on the work requirements.
• Membership of the Urban Sports Club and access to Headspace, Babbel and other individual offers for health promotion and further personal development.
How to apply
This position is a national position, based in Berlin. The salary is within the defined GRC collective agreement in renumeration group 12, with the exact amount depending on relevant professional experience. Please state your salary expectations when applying. Closing date is 3 January 2024.
As an employer, the principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement represent a special obligation for us. We welcome applications from people regardless of their ethnic, social and national origin, and their gender, religion, age, disability status or sexual orientation.
Your application
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