Student Assistant - Centre for Fundamental Rights in Berlin bei Hertie School of Governance

The Hertie School in Berlin prepares exceptional students for leadership positions in government, business, and civil society. The school offers master’s programmes, executive education and doctoral programmes, distinguished by interdisciplinary and practice-oriented teaching, as well as outstanding research. Its extensive international network positions it as an ambassador of good governance, characterised by public debate and engagement. The school was founded in 2003 by the Hertie Foundation, which remains its major funder. The Hertie School is accredited by the state and the German Science Council.

The Centre for Fundamental Rights at the Hertie School seeks to hire a
Student assistant (m/f/d)
On a part time basis (10 h/w). The contract shall commence as of 01 September 2024 and will initially be limited until 31 January 2025 (with the possibility of extension).

The Centre for Fundamental Rights at the Hertie School is an academic centre of excellence for research, teaching and public engagement on contemporary and emerging challenges to the protection of fundamental rights in domestic, regional and global law and governance. As part of its outreach mission, the Centre hosts research, public, and student-facing events, engaging with diverse stakeholders. We are currently seeking to hire a student assistant to support the administrative team in these activities.

Your tasks:

• Support the organisation and execution of activities at the Centre for Fundamental Rights, including research, public and student-facing events.
• Assist in organising internal seminars and meetings.
• Update and maintain information on the Centre's webpage.
• Provide assistance with general administrative tasks as needed.

Your profile:

• Enrolled as a student at a German University
• Reliable and Independent working style
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft office applications
• Excellent communication and writing proficiency in English. German language skills are an advantage
• Interest in the research and outreach activities of the Centre for Fundamental Rights

We offer:

• A stimulating international working environment and a challenging variety of tasks
• Flexible working hours within the framework of the legal requirements
• 30 days paid holiday per year
• Training opportunities
• Job ticket for public transport
• Roof terrace for common team breaks

Please submit the following documents by using the button below: Cover letter, up-to-date CV, proof of matriculation, if applicable: copy of work/residence permit.

We will review applications on a rolling basis . The deadline for applications is 23 June 2024.

Please contact Dr Michal Kramer, Centre Manager - Centre for Fundamental Rights, for further information.