The Heinrich Böll Foundation North America is accepting applications for the position of Office and Communications Manager, Assistant to the Executive Director. We are looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual with an interest in green policy issues. The position is full-time and will start at the end of May 2015.
About the Heinrich Böll Foundation
We are a non-profit organization striving to promote democracy, civil society, human rights, international understanding and a healthy environment internationally. We are affiliated with the German Green Party. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, we have 32 offices worldwide. Our Washington, DC office was created in 1998 to support our international efforts.
Responsibilities
- Website, publication and outreach management (website content and event calendar updates; contact database management, email announcements and quarterly newsletters; social media management; publication editing and layout in InDesign; basic graphic design)
- Assistance to the Executive Director (travel arrangement; scheduling; communication)
- Office management (office communication systems, e.g. phone systems, calendars; account and contractor management; office equipment and supplies; IT troubleshooting and maintenance, etc.)
- Financial procedures (documentation; assistance with finance reporting)
- Human resources (management of internship program; new saff hires; staff health insurance management)
- Project management as necessary (event logistics, evaluation and documentation, e.g. Annual Reception)
- Research tasks as necessary
Required Qualifications and Skills
- BA degree required
- Oral and written fluency in English and German
- Strong organizational, time-management and analytical skills
- Very strong problem-solving skills
- Superb attention to detail and follow-through
- Creative, pro-active, self-directed and responsible attitude
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven excellent research, writing and editing skills
- Basic understanding of finance policies and administrative practices
- Fluency in MS Office, experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, database and website maintenance
- A genuine interest in the values and mission of the Heinrich Böll Foundation
- Applicants must have a U.S. work permit
Application
Please send your resume and cover letter to the attention of Lauren Edwards at Lauren.Edwards@us.boell.org. Only complete applications will be considered. The deadline is 5:00pm EDT on Tuesday, May 5th, 2015.