Head of Division (d/f/m)

Plan International is an independent organisation for development cooperation and humanitarian aid. Our goal is for girls and boys worldwide to have equal rights and opportunities and to actively shape their future. To achieve this, we implement efficient and transparent projects for sustainable community development in our partner countries and respond swiftly to emergencies and disasters that threaten children's lives. In over 75 countries, we work hand in hand with children, youth, supporters, and partners of all genders to achieve our global goals. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals strengthen our commitment. Plan is committed to safeguarding.

We are looking for a new team member for our International Cooperation Division in Hamburg (if applicable Berlin) as soon as possible

Your tasks:

Implementing and further developing the division’s strategic goals; align operational tasks with these goals, promote cross-divisional collaboration and foster the integration of program activities across divisions

Provide technical oversight, coordinate and prioritize tasks, and design efficient processes - particularly through the use of AI - while ensuring adherence to work standards

Represent the organization’s values in daily decisions and behavior, and comply with legal and organizational requirements

Identify requirements for alternative financing instruments and innovative approaches to funding programme work (results‑based financing, commercial contracts), as well as new forms and creative ideas for cooperation with the private sector

Further developing and implementing of the international cooperation strategy in alignment with the objectives of Plan International Germany and the International Plan Federation

Shaping international cooperation by participating in and representing the organization’s interests on relevant committees (Global Programme Network, NO-PD, and Plan EU Board)

Building and maintaining internal and external networks as well as donor relationships

Ensuring the implementation of relevant global policies

Clearly structure and communicate change processes and provide guidance

Close collaboration with the CEO in the international federation

Leading the IZ-Management-Team (some team members are based in our Berlin office), the Division Office and overseeing HR planning, decisions, and initiatives in close collaboration with People & Culture

Your profile:

Bachelor’s, Master’s or equivalent degree in business administration, economics, political science, development/humanitarian aid, law, or a related field

Very good knowledge of international humanitarian standards, project quality standards or profound experience in the international cooperations sector

A strong business mindset

Sensitivity for increasing compliance requirements

Several years of experience in a leadership role, ideally in international programs or project teams, or comparable experience in international contexts

Excellent experience and competencies in implementing complex programs & projects, as well as an affinity for AI & technology (strengthening the use of AI across all processes)

Proven knowledge and experience in targeted planning, financing, management, coordinating and monitoring diverse international programs, as well as in ensuring that projects and programs comply with global policies and standards

Good knowledge of analyzing program data and reports to optimize strategic decisions

Proven knowledge and understanding of a responsible management of the division’s budget and revenue planning to ensure the sustainable use of resources

Expertise in child protection, SRHR, youth employment, participation, gender equality, and/or accountability to support informed program development

Excellent interpersonal skills involving listening to, interacting with, and communicating clearly with people from diverse nationalities and backgrounds, and senior-level internal and external partners, with a high degree of professionalism and pro-activity

We offer you:

A flexible working hours model and up to 12 days of mobile work per month

30 vacation days based on a 5-day work week

A subsidy for the “Deutschlandticket”, the company pension plan, and the in-house canteen/cafeteria (in Hamburg)

A company laptop and a subsidy for home office equipment and JobBike

Exciting responsibilities and a modern, dynamic working environment

The actions of Plan International Deutschland e.V. are guided by our values of solidarity, tolerance, freedom, equality, and justice. We embrace diversity and therefore explicitly welcome applications from all members of society.

If you are interested in this challenging role, please apply in English and include your salary expectations and earliest possible start date online.