Deadline to apply: July 15, 2023
The Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Washington, DC is welcoming applications for the position of Program Director for its Digital Policy Program. The program promotes a transatlantic and global dialogue on a sustainable, democratic, equitable, and rights-based digital transformation of our societies and economies. It also aims to contribute to shaping norms and rules of emerging systems for global digital governance.
The program pursues these goals by engaging in current transatlantic and global debates on digital rights and the governance of platforms and Artificial Intelligence. Another focus is on promoting the sustainable use of data and digital technologies in line with climate and environmental goals. The program collaborates with the Global Development Policy Program in working on digital development in the Global South and on China’s rise as a technology power.
Based in Washington, DC, the program brings together U.S., European and international policymakers, experts, and representatives of civil society and the private sector through workshops, public events, study tours, research, publications, and fellowships. It also works in close coordination with other programs in the DC office, with the headquarters of the foundation in Berlin, and with other foundation offices and partners around the world.
Responsibilities
The Program Director will be responsible for all program-related activities. Specifically, she/he/they will:
- design the strategic vision for the program’s goals and activities, in close coordination with the executive director and other program directors
- organize, coordinate, and implement the program’s activities, including conferences, workshops, study tours, publications, and visitor programs
- build partnerships in the United States, Germany/Europe, and around the world with Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung offices, nongovernmental and governmental organizations, private sector, research community, and multilateral organizations
- represent the program to the media and in expert discussions
- assume principal responsibility for the program’s website publications, including regular updates, preparation of reports, and other information
- manage funds in close cooperation with the finance manager, including budget planning, expense monitoring, and project evaluation
- undertake literature reviews, policy research, and writing assignments
Required Qualifications
- Relevant graduate degree
- Oral and written fluency in English
- Familiarity with current digital technology trends and policy debates in the US and EU, through a lens of sustainability, democracy, human rights, global justice, and inclusion
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Creative, self-directed, and responsible work attitude
- Appreciation of working in international and culturally diverse team settings
- Sensitivity for issues of gender equality and their intersectional ties, including LGBTQ+ issues
- A genuine interest in the values and mission of the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
Preferred Qualifications
- Oral and written fluency in German
- An understanding of the global green movement and its values
- Relevant work experience
- Proven research, writing, and editing skills
- Experience in managing a program budget
- Experience with basic office software and social media
We offer:
- Flexible work hours, a flexible home-office policy, and a family-friendly office culture
- A well-connected downtown office accessibly by bus, metro, and bike lanes
- A dynamic, welcoming, and non-hierarchical team environment
- An office environment that encourages creativity and collaboration
- A strong progressive values orientation
- Excellent benefits
- Retirement: 401(k) with a 6% employer match
- Health insurance: including vision and dental, and a 50% employer contribution to premiums
- Pregnancy Leave: For employees carrying a pregnancy, the employer grants 6 weeks paid leave before the due date to protect the health of the expecting parent.
- Paid Family Leave: In accordance with the paid family leave regulations of the District of Columbia, the employer provides
- 12 weeks to bond with a new child
- 12 weeks to care for a family member with a serious health condition
- 12 weeks to care for your own serious health condition
- Upon request, the employer may grant a further 3 months of unpaid parental leave.
- Vacation and Sick Leave: 20 vacation days and 10 sick days
- Pre-tax commuter benefits.
- An annual salary in the range of $68,000 to $80,000, based on level of experience.
The job location is Washington, DC. While we value our hybrid work policy, we are not open to full-time remote work. International and domestic program-related travel is required (approximately three weeks per year). This is a full-time position (40 hours/week). If requested, a reduction to a part-time position (with a minimum of 30 hours/week) can be discussed.
Our Diversity Commitment: The Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung, Washington DC is committed to offering a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We welcome applications from candidates with a demonstrated commitment to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Our Code of Conduct: Gender equality and a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment set the normative framework that guides the work within the foundation in both our internal and external work. We consider respect for and the application of our core principles a shared responsibility and common task of all staff members and affiliated partner organizations and individuals.
Preferred Start Date: we would prefer candidates who can start in the position no later than September 1.
Application
Please apply by submitting your cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample of no more than 3 pages.
Applicants should indicate if they hold a US work permit.
We will accept applications on a rolling basis. The final deadline for applications is Saturday, July 15.
Applications will only be considered if they are submitted via BambooHR.