Governance and Accreditation Coordinator (m/f/d)

The Transparency International Secretariat is currently seeking a Governance & Accreditation Coordinator (m/f/d) with focus on Membership accreditation to join the Governance, Legal & Events Team.

The Governance, Legal & Events Team is responsible for the internal governance of the global organisation at the Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) and it facilitates the development of and helps ensure a strong, integer and relevant TI Movement that fulfils its mission efficiently and in full abidance with the values that it promotes, also in respect of the diversity and high independence of its constituents.

Based in the Governance, Legal & Events Team and reporting to the Head of Governance, Legal & Events, the Governance & Accreditation Coordinator will:

• Coordinate the entire accreditation cycle from National Chapter in Formation to National Chapter in a comprehensive and timely manner proactively informing relevant TI stakeholders of progress made
• Evaluate submitted National Chapters documents andcompile accreditation reviews in consultation with relevant TI stakeholders
• Coordinate and communicate input from relevant TI stakeholders on the assessment and review of National Chapters
• Ensure that National Chapters deliver to TI-S statutory documentation such as audited financial statements, annual reports, registers of interests, etc., and conduct or coordinate due diligence on such documentation, including compiling standards of best practice thereon
• Support National Chapters, in cooperation with relevant TI Stakeholders, throughout the accreditation cycle and reviews in a timely and effective manners, ensuring a smooth process for everyone involved
• Ensure overall coherence, efficiency, and effectiveness of accreditation reviews and processes, and further develop the accreditation system including increased use of technology and tools where appropriate
• Contribute to the overall functioning of the Governance, Legal & Events Team by providing proactive and ad hoc support where necessary
• Coordinate or support the logistical arrangements of TI-S governance processes or movement-wide events, including e.g. meetings of Board of Directors, International Council, Movement Summit, Regional and Annual Membership Meetings
• Carry out policy work e.g. by conducting short-term desk research and surveys on accreditation or governance issues of relevance to TI-S or by facilitating policy development processes

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

• Undergraduate or postgraduate university degree or professional qualification in the legal field, social sciences, administration or another relevant field
• 5+ years of relevant experience with an International NGO, or International Organisation, or Multinational Organisation working on project or process management, business administration, compliance or another relevant field
• Experience in project or process management, event management or communications required
• Knowledge of, or considerable interest in, the work of TI and the field of anti-corruption
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively manage priorities and competing demands
• Knowledge of organizational / capacity development and policy development an advantage
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in remote communication
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to produce accurate documentation (e.g. reports) with attention to detail
• Proven knowledge of CRM Systems an advantage
• Ability to handle multiple tasks across a wide range of issues and to work effectively under pressure
• High level of intercultural competence, diplomacy, and political sensitivity

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 experts in the field of anti-corruption, 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 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 eligible
• financial contribution to German language classes
• generous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hours
• Remote-hybrid working model from within Germany
• the possibility of Work from Abroad for periods of time (currently for up to 10 working days at a time for a maximum of 20 working days per calendar year)
• Friday afternoons alternately free or meeting-free during the summer months
• Sodexo Restaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for meals
• reduced membership fees with Urban Sports Club
• Mental wellbeing and counselling support by OpenUp
• a centrally located office in a vibrant metropolitan city with excellent public transportation connectivity at the river Spree

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter in English, merged into one PDF file, via the online recruitment system clicking on the button ‘Apply Online’. 

Closing date for external applications is Monday, 22.01.2024.

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 and strongly encourage 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 and eligible.

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.

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