Head of Program Management

Head of Program Management

Join the Hasso Plattner Foundation as the Head of Program Management. In this role, you will shape and deliver our philanthropic mission by developing and executing strategies across our focus areas, driving measurable impact in collaboration with external stakeholders, our core team, and the executive board.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Program Management Team, fostering excellence and collaboration.
• Oversee strategy development and execution for all charitable activities.
• Oversee and facilitate the scaling of existing and new projects.
• Provide strategic guidance to project leadership teams, acting as a trusted sparring partner.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality materials, internal reports, and board‑ready presentations.
• Drive the implementation of impact measurement and reporting systems tailored to our needs.
• Improve internal processes to enable the Foundation to scale its operations.
• Ensure that HPF’s charitable projects are staffed with highly skilled and motivated executives.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic track record from a leading university.
• Master’s degree required; PhD or STEM background is a plus.
• 5–8 years of experience leading complex, international projects in high‑performing teams.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams; experience in an international philanthropic organization is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational skills, structured working style, and clear communication.
• Highly driven, committed to excellence, and adaptable to new challenges.
• Outstanding written and spoken German and English.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Support to pursue professional training.
• Multi‑day team events.
• Public transport ticket.
• State‑of‑the‑art IT equipment.
• Beautiful office in Potsdam with a lake view.
• Free lunch, fruits, drinks, excellent coffee, and opportunities for outdoor sports activities.

How to Apply

We look forward to receiving your application (CV, diplomas, references) compiled as one PDF document with your salary expectations and earliest entry date.

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