Plan International is an independent organisation for development cooperation and humanitarian aid. Our goal is for girls and boys worldwide to have equal rights and opportunities and to actively shape their future. To achieve this, we implement efficient and transparent projects for sustainable community development in our partner countries and respond swiftly to emergencies and disasters that threaten children's lives. In over 75 countries, we work hand in hand with children, youth, supporters, and partners of all genders to achieve our global goals. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals strengthen our commitment. Plan is committed to safeguarding.

We are looking for a new team member for our International Cooperation department in Hamburg, starting as soon as possible 

Projectassistence (d/f/m)

- limited to two years / full-time (39 hours per week) - 

Your tasks:

  • Assisting with preparation and review of project budgets, donor financial reports, and funding requirements 
  • Ensuring compliance with donor guidelines (like GFFO, BMZ, EU, UN organisations, private donors) 
  • Entering, reviewing, and regularly updating all project information in the organization’s proprietary management system 
  • Supporting communication and coordination with country offices on portfolio-related issues at the direction of the Controlling & Compliance Specialist with financial and donor regulation questions 
  • Supporting contract management, as well as obtaining signatures and board approvals 
  • Contributing to strategic priorities set by the division 
  • Providing conceptual and organizational support in the preparation and implementation of workshops, both internally and with colleagues from country offices and partner organizations  
  • Supporting project-related budget planning and tracking of income and expenses, as well as financial administrative processes, including intercompany processes 
  • Research and translation tasks 

Your profile:

  • Completed training or comparable qualification (Bachelor) with a focus on finance, controlling, or vocational training in a relevant subject 
  • Experience in project accounting or use of project funds from public donors is an advantage 
  • Knowledge of IT-based project management systems (SAP, MS Dynamics 365, Grant Modules, etc…) 
  • Affinity for numbers and very good knowledge of MS Office (especially MS Excel) 
  • Very good English, other languages are an asset (Spanish, French, German, etc...) 
  • High degree of intercultural competence and good communication skills 
  • Structured and independent working style 
  • Team player, flexible, solution-oriented, and strong communicator 

We offer you:

  • A flexible working hours model and up to 12 days of mobile work per month  
  • 30 vacation days based on a 5-day work week
  • A subsidy for the “Deutschlandticket” and the company pension scheme
  • A company laptop and a subsidy for home office equipment
  • Exciting responsibilities and a modern, ergonomic working environment 
 

The actions of Plan International Deutschland e.V. are guided by our values of solidarity, tolerance, freedom, equality, and justice. We embrace diversity and therefore explicitly welcome applications from all members of society. 

If you are interested in this challenging role, please apply in English and include your salary expectations and earliest possible start date online.

Plan International Deutschland e.V.
Bramfelder Straße 70
22305 Hamburg