Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager (all genders)

Overview of the position:
Hours: Part-time or full-time (at least 80%)
Starting date: As soon as possible
Duration: 2 year limited contract with the possibility of extension based on availability of funds
Location: remotely in Brussels, Belgium, with travels to Berlin, Germany
Department & reporting line: Executive Office, reporting to Head of Strategic Partnerships

Your main tasks:

• You oversee and lead strategic outreach and build strong partnerships with the EU (EEAS, Commission)
• You support and advise on funding opportunities to the EU, including grant-writing
• You monitor relevant policy developments and funding mechanisms, build strong relationships and create new opportunities for collaboration
• You coordinate Berghof Foundation’s internal contacts, touch points and relationships with EU actors and peacebuilding organisations and act as the first point of contact in Brussels
• You build a systematic knowledge base and introduce suitable formats for advancing internal understanding of the EU
• You advance evidence-based policy-influencing with MEPs and key decision-makers at EEAS and Commission, covering key themes such as insider mediation, the climate–conflict nexus and MHPSS and mediation
• You provide advice on advocacy opportunities and lead the creation of policy positions and initiatives, in collaboration with senior advisors and like-minded organisations
• You contribute to relevant discussions and regularly attend conferences and roundtables in the EU policy scene in Brussels

• You hold a Master degree within relevant fields such as Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, International Relations or similar
• You have 7+ years relevant work experience, of which the majority working in Brussels
• Proven experience in developing, negotiating and managing partnerships and coalitions with the EU, ideally in the field of peacebuilding/peace mediation
• Experience in proposal writing and policy monitoring and trend spotting of relevant developments
• Strong organizational and networking, communication and coordination skills
• Excellent cross-functional and remote collaboration skills 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English

Additional skills:

• Strong ability to work with perseverance as part of a team as well as independently 
• Curiosity and strong empathetic/intercultural skills
• Ability to work under time-pressure

What you can expect from us:

• Highly experienced and engaged community of practice
• Transparent terms and competitive salary
• Highly relevant, insightful and challenging tasks
• Confidence based flexible working hours
• If needed – advisory services regarding visa matters and travel conditions

The contract duration of the part-time position is limited to 12 months, depending on the availability of project funds. Please note that this position is based in Brussels, with occasional visits to the head office in Berlin.
 
Application procedure: Please submit your CV and cover letter as well as diplomas, certificates and references (letters or contact information) by 7th of April 2025 through our online application system. 


We welcome diversity and are happy to receive applications from people regardless of their ethnic, social and national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation and marital status.
 
Thank you!
We look forward to receiving your application!

The Berghof Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization supporting people in conflict in their efforts to achieve sustainable peace through conflict transformation and peacebuilding. Headquartered in Berlin, the organization is run by a diverse team and works with local partners around the world.