Cultural Program Officer at Goethe-Institut: (Deadline 15 August 2023)

Cultural Program Officer at Goethe-Institut: (Deadline 15 August 2023)

Cultural Program Officer at the Goethe-Institut Rwanda

Scope of employment 100%

Remuneration according to local remuneration scheme

The Goethe-Institut is the globally active cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. In addition, we convey a comprehensive image of Germany by providing information about cultural, social and political life.

We are looking for a dedicated colleague to start as soon as possible. The position is initially limited to one year, with the option to extend for another year.

As a Program Officer in the Cultural Program Department of the GoetheInstitut Rwanda, your main responsibilities will include:

• Planning, preparation and implementation of events in the cultural field
• Project-related budget monitoring and accounting
• Project-related reporting and evaluation
• Project-related contract agreements
• Public relations and compilation of information and materials for programs
• Technical and organizational preparation and follow-up of tours and events
• Information and communication about the cultural program department and cultural liaison work of the Goethe-Institut
• Assumption of various tasks from other areas, e.g. administrative tasks such as preparation of accounting documents, preparation of contracts, etc.
• Participation in the conception of program work; maintaining contact with partners; support for artists and lecturers; communication with headquarters and the Regional Institute

Requirements:

• University degree in humanities or arts or cultural studies or comparable qualifications
• Experience in writing project proposals and project reports, as well as in project management
• Experience in cultural management (at least 18 months) desirable
• Formal work experience desirable
• Sound knowledge of the Rwandan cultural scene and current discourses
• Very good knowledge of online public relations and social media
• Confident command of all common office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Zoom)
• Coordination and organizational skills
• High social and intercultural competence, as well as a high ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility regarding work arrangements, willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Very good knowledge of English
• German language skills desirable; willingness to improve German language skills
• Language skills in Kinyarwanda and French advantageous

If you are interested, please send the following application documents:

• A curriculum vitae in tabular form
• Letter of motivation
• Certificate of completion of vocational training or university
• Any other relevant supporting documents

to anisha.soff@goethe.de with the subject: Application 2023

The application deadline for this announcement is 15.08.2023.

Important note regarding the application process:

Only complete applications will be considered. Please note that only suitable candidates with sufficient qualifications will be contacted.

Suitable candidates will be invited for interview and selection process on 30.08. and 31.08.2023 and are requested to make themselves available on these days.

We offer an attractive and responsible scope of duties, an interesting working environment in an international organization as well as a salary in line with the market and look forward to receiving your application.

For more information on the activities of the GoetheInstitut, please visit: www.goethe.de/kigali