project coordinator

JOB ADVERTISEMENT:
Project Coordinator (f/m/d) in the programme area
International Crimes and Legal Responsibility (full-time)

The European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights (ECCHR) is an independent and
non-profit human rights organisation that works primarily through legal means. We initiate,
lead and support exemplary cases to hold state and non-state actors accountable for the human
rights violations they commit.
We are looking for a person (f/m/d) with at least two years of relevant professional experience
to work in the field of "International Crimes and Legal Accountability". As part of the fouryear
project "Global Initiative Against Impunity For International Crimes and Serious Human
Rights Violations: Making Justice Work", funded by the European Commission, the position
of a project coordinator is to be filled. In-depth knowledge and critical perspectives on
international criminal justice as well as international study or work experience are required.

Job description

• Coordination of ECCHR’s part in the project with other eight non-governmental
  organisations of the consortium, in particular regarding internal communication and
  external requests as well as communication with the consortium’s management
• Supporting the programme and finance team in the preparation of reports, financial
  reports and documentation to the consortium management and the European
  Commission
• Conceptualisation, organisation and implementation of two global workshops on
  Universal Jurisdiction topics with NGOs from all regions of the world in 2025 in Berlin
  and 2027 in the MENA region
• Conceptualisation and creation of training material on universal jurisdiction for NGOs
  and the ECCHR website
• Development and implementation of a mentoring programme for NGOs

Requirements

• Legal or comparable university education, for example in social science subjects, in
  each case with knowledge of legal human rights work

• At least 2 years of professional experience in relevant areas, in particular knowledge of
  the practical application of international criminal law

• Experience in project work, preferably in the context of a project funded by the
  European Union

• Experience in the organisation of workshops and international conferences as well as in
  trainings

• In-depth knowledge of discussions and discourses in the field of international criminal
  offences and legal responsibility, in particular critical human rights work and legal
  mechanisms at national and international level

• Very good knowledge of the English language is a prerequisite

• Knowledge of German, French and Arabic is an advantage

• Knowledge of the Middle East is an advantage

• Experience in working with organisations and affected persons from different cultures
  and backgrounds

• Knowledge of project management and event management

• Experience in interdisciplinary work is an advantage

• Proven teamwork and negotiation skills, sociability

• Willingness and ability to explore new topics and collaborations

• Willingness to travel on official business

• Structured and conceptual way of working

• Identification with the goals of ECCHR

We offer

Exciting and challenging work in an internationally active human rights organisation with a
worldwide network. We promote an appreciative and supportive working environment, enable
flexible working time models, home office and take into account the (time) needs of parents
and other people with caring responsibilities. In line with our training and development concept,
we are committed to supporting our employees. In addition, we offer numerous other benefits

• various team activities, a 49-euro ticket or free yoga classes. The salary for this position (40
  hours per week) is EUR 4,000 – 4,400 gross per month. The position is initially limited to two
  years. The position will be based in Berlin and will require attendance for several days a week,
  unless travelling. The employment relationship should start at the earliest possible date.
  We expressly welcome applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds and experiences.
  We create the necessary conditions to enable colleagues with disabilities to work
  independently.
  Please send your written application with a letter of motivation and CV in English with
  availability exclusively by e-mail in an attached file by 7 January 2024 to Eva Seeliger, who
  you can also contact if you have any questions: bewerbungen@ecchr.eu
  You will only receive a reply to your application if you are shortlisted.

European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights
Zossener Str. 55-58, Aufgang D
10961 Berlin
Tel.: 030 / 400 485 90
www.ecchr.eu