Student Assistant (all genders)

Die Berghof Foundation ist eine unabhängige, gemeinnützige Organisation, die Menschen in Konflikten bei ihren Bemühungen um nachhaltigen Frieden durch Konflikttransformation und Friedenskonsolidierung unterstützt. Die Organisation mit Hauptsitz in Berlin wird von einem internationalen  Team geführt und arbeitet mit lokalen Partnern auf der ganzen Welt.

For our Sub-Saharan Africa Unit (Somalia Programming), we are looking for a Student Assistant (all genders) to support the preparation, implementation and documentation of project activities and events in Berlin and abroad. The position will focus on support to our programming in Somalia.

Overview of the position:
Hours: 20 hours per week (flexible) 
Starting date: 01.01.2026
Duration: Limited contract until 31.12.2026
Location: Berlin, Germany 
 
Your main tasks:

• Support project implementation in close cooperation with the team 
• Coordinate with project team and partners regarding logistical, administrative and financial issues 
• Assist in organising travels and events in coordination with project team, including short-notice and high-level engagements  
• Support documentation of project activities and report-writing 
• Contribute to internal administration and coordination of a diverse team in Germany and abroad

• Currently enrolled in International Relations, Economics, Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management or similar
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Initial work experience in administration or management of projects in international settings 
• Ability to work under pressure and adjust to a very fluid project context
• Excellent verbal and written language skills in English, German is an asset
• Strong ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Applications and ability to structure and visualize complexity  
• Curiosity, passion, creativity and perseverance 

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