BUSINESS INTEGRITY AND CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT LEAD (M/F/D)

ABOUT TRANSPARENCY INTERNATIONAL

Transparency International is a global movement with one vision: a world in which government, business, civil society and the daily lives of people are free of corruption. With more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, we are leading the fight against corruption to turn this vision into reality.

ABOUT THE ROLE

TI, as the leading international NGO with an anti-corruption mission, continues to partner with businesses in various programs and projects to improve the current business environment and to support and advance the anti-corruption efforts of business in a collective and consultative way. These efforts are more relevant than ever before, as demonstrated by the increasing number of allegations of serious cases of corporate corruption, lack of transparency in the supply chain of multinational corporations, lack of transparency around corporate reporting and integrity measures, taking also into account the adverse impact corruption plays on business environment as well as its adverse impact on growth and equality. 

TI’s Business Integrity Programme is designed and facilitated through the Transparency International secretariat in Berlin, Germany in close collaboration with its international network of Chapters. The Business Integrity and Corporate Engagement Lead assumes overall responsibility for the program’s objectives, development of principles and tools (incl. their global and regional roll-out in close coordination with TI’s chapters), driving TI’s corporate fundraising activities; as well as the collaboration with global standard-setters and relevant business organizations and corporate representatives.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Strategic and operational leadership of TI’s global engagement with the private sector, including through representation in international fora and developing advocacy messaging on private sector transparency and business integrity
• Overall oversight, strategic guidance and management of Transparency International Secretariat’s Business Integrity Programme and thought leadership
• Developing and implementing the fundraising priorities and strategy of the Business Integrity Programme; and driving the corporate fundraising activities
• Coordination of capacity building and knowledge sharing activities within TI-S and TI Movement
• Liaison and close coordination with the TI National Chapters who are, or will get involved in TI’s Business Integrity Programme
• Advocating and promoting TI’s positions on corporate transparency through policy entries and speaking assignments at global fora
• Re-designing and driving of TI’s multi-stakeholder Business Principles Steering Committee, including the recruitment of new corporate members
• Coordinating the publication of TI flagship reports, and overseeing the organisation of large international workshops and events on business integrity

CANDIDATE PROFILE

In order to succeed in this role, candidates will need to meet the following:

• University degree or professional qualification in business administration, management, social sciences, public administration, economics, communications, journalism or other relevant fields
• 10+ years of relevant experience with an International or Multinational Business Organization, with demonstrated expertise including but not limited to compliance management, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, business journalism, corporate communications, corporate social responsibility (CSR), anti-money laundering practices within the private sector
• Previous business development and/or corporate relationship management experience is an advantage
• Knowledge of financial management and monitoring, evaluation and learning including impact tracking of progress
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken); proficiency in other languages, particularly French and Spanish, an asset
• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders from different sectors, including the civil society, as well as public and private sectors and within a variety of geographical contexts, in a diplomatic and politically sensitive manner
• Ability to use a variety of communication channels including webinars and online conferences
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to deal effectively with multiple competing demands and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently with minimum supervision
• Willingness to travel

WHAT WE OFFER

Joining the Transparency International Secretariat candidates can expect:

• the opportunity to become part of the global movement against corruption and make a positive contribution to the work of TI in the field of transparency and accountability working on a wide range of relevant and challenging issues
• a role with purpose, working in a team of engaged and enthusiastic colleagues experts in the field of anti-corruption and driven and united by the desire to fight corruption and achieve significant and large-scale replicable impact
• an inspiring, stimulating, dynamic, flexible and international working environment with peers representing 45+ different nationalities and Getting Things Done (GTD) approach to work
• a high degree of collaboration and autonomy in a lean and agile organisation with flat hierarchies, streamlined decision-making processes and a shared leadership culture with servant leadership philosophy
• ample opportunities to learn and grow, from annual team training allowances to onsite professional development opportunities, including regular Show & Tell meetings, Jours Fixes/Flexes and brown bag lunches with visiting experts

Staff at TI-S enjoy a competitive compensation & benefits package designed for staff well being and work life balance, incl.:

• a relocation package incl. sponsorship of work permit if needed and financial contribution to German language classes
• generous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hours
• organizational access to the employee assistance programme PME offering support in various areas
• Sodexo Restaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for meals
• selection of fruits and hot drinks, summer & winter parties, and ‚Social Fridays’ with complimentary snacks and drinks
• free health sessions (e.g. back pain prevention) as well as reduced membership fees with Urban Sports Club
• a centrally located office in a vibrant metropolitan city with excellent public transportation connectivity at the river Spree

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV ad cover letter explaining suitability against the essential criteria as set out in the candidate profile (and mentioning also the source of the application) in English (in one PDF file) via email to:

BusinessIntegrityLeadJob@transparency.org

Closing date for applications is Sunday, 3 May 2020.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted and that due to the high volume of applications it is unfortunately not possible to provide individualized feedback.

The Transparency International Secretariat is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued and where there is equality of opportunity. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and therefore welcome applications from qualified candidates of all regions, countries, cultures and backgrounds. Existing permission to work in Germany is not a selection criterion and TI-S supports successful candidates in the process for applying for a work permit, if needed. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis and we do not discriminate on the basis of national origin, race, colour or ethnic background, religious belief, sex, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation, marital or family status, age or ability. We kindly ask applicants to refrain from including in their application information relating to the above as well as from attaching photos.

DISCLAIMER

Please note that Transparency International does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment and selection process (whether at application, processing, testing, interviewing, traveling or otherwise). In addition, TI does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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