Knowledge Coordinator — Anti-Corruption Tools and Practices , Germany
Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 90 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, TI raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it.
In conjunction with its Strategy 2015, Transparency International (TI) has embarked upon a strategic knowledge exchange and learning programme, called the Anti-Corruption Solutions and Knowledge Programme, or ASK. The ASK programme builds upon Transparency International’s diversity of expertise on corruption across its global network. It complements TI’s well-established credentials in developing and promoting the measurement and diagnosis of corruption and extends it to a new frontier – that of connecting people, synthesising knowledge and accelerating learning about what works to stop corruption and to promote integrity, accountability and transparency in both the private and public sector.
The Knowledge Coordinator — Anti-Corruption Tools and Practices will work closely with colleagues within a small knowledge services team in Berlin, as well as with practice leaders from around the world. S/he will facilitate the scoping, development and dissemination of relevant tools and practices from across Transparency International and the broader global anti-corruption movement—in many cases through direct engagement with thematic knowledge networks. The Knowledge Coordinator will focus on distilling lessons learned from among practitioners and projects, ensuring that lessons and professional insights are synthesized and shared in action-ready formats. Building on TI’s GATEway Corruption Assessment Toolbox (http://gateway.transparency.org), the Knowledge Coordinator will analyse trends, identify knowledge gaps, and work with practice leaders to produce anti-corruption tools and solutions. S/he will actively explore linkages to the Anti-Corruption Research Network (http://corruptionresearchnetwork.org/) in order to promote collaboration between practitioners and researchers.
The Knowledge Coordinator will play a key role in Transparency International’s efforts to identify approaches that are making an impact, increase their visibility, and expand learning to promote adaptation of these approaches at greater scale. S/he will be responsible for synthesising and communicating recommended resources and insights via active blogging, webinars and other knowledge sharing mechanisms.
Special Note: This position was originally advertised in January. Applicants who submitted an application for the position during the initial period are still considered active candidates and do not need to reapply. You are welcome to send an email indicating your continued availability.
Main function: The Knowledge Coordinator takes a lead role in facilitating knowledge exchange and learning around anti-corruption tools and practices. S/he actively engages with practitioners and researchers to develop knowledge products in a variety of formats such as tool kits, training modules, expert insight videos, and facilitated webinars.
Starting date: From September 2013
Duration: Limited for 2 years with the possibility of extension
Location: TI-Secretariat, Berlin, Germany
Department: Knowledge Services
Reporting lines: Director, Knowledge Services
Job grade: III
Starting date: From September 2013
Duration: Limited for 2 years with the possibility of extension
Location: TI-Secretariat, Berlin, Germany
Department: Knowledge Services
Reporting lines: Director, Knowledge Services
Job grade: III
Responsibilities:
• Actively promote knowledge exchange and collaborative learning around TI’s priority intervention areas, tools and solutions
• Support the development of effective knowledge networks and practitioner communities
• Design and facilitate learning events, with an emphasis on online mechanisms such as webinars and video modules that expand learning beyond face-to-face events
• Serve as an editor of content on the ASK online platform (to be launched)
• Manage and further develop TI’s corruption assessment toolbox (GATEway) with emphasis on developing practical guidance and to improve effective adaptation of tools
• Support the growth of the ASK Expert network—connecting subject matter specialists to expand the capacity of the Anti-Corruption Helpdesk and other knowledge services
• Collaborate closely with TI’s Research Department, Anti-Corruption Research Network and practitioner networks to inform evidence-based improvements to approaches
• Develop and disseminate a variety of knowledge products with user-centred design
• Explore the use of innovation ‘challenges’ and ‘labs’ to source creative solutions
• Develop partnerships with key programmes, regional and thematic networks—and assist the development of fundraising proposals
• Represent TI publicly in selected fora
• Support the use of Monitoring Evaluation and Learning frameworks
• Actively promote knowledge exchange and collaborative learning around TI’s priority intervention areas, tools and solutions
• Support the development of effective knowledge networks and practitioner communities
• Design and facilitate learning events, with an emphasis on online mechanisms such as webinars and video modules that expand learning beyond face-to-face events
• Serve as an editor of content on the ASK online platform (to be launched)
• Manage and further develop TI’s corruption assessment toolbox (GATEway) with emphasis on developing practical guidance and to improve effective adaptation of tools
• Support the growth of the ASK Expert network—connecting subject matter specialists to expand the capacity of the Anti-Corruption Helpdesk and other knowledge services
• Collaborate closely with TI’s Research Department, Anti-Corruption Research Network and practitioner networks to inform evidence-based improvements to approaches
• Develop and disseminate a variety of knowledge products with user-centred design
• Explore the use of innovation ‘challenges’ and ‘labs’ to source creative solutions
• Develop partnerships with key programmes, regional and thematic networks—and assist the development of fundraising proposals
• Represent TI publicly in selected fora
• Support the use of Monitoring Evaluation and Learning frameworks
Knowledge, experience and skills:
• Masters or equivalent in economics, political science, international development, sociology or a related social science discipline; (essential)
• Minimum 3 years’ work experience in the field of governance and/or anti-corruption, preferably with a mix of hands-on programme implementation and desk research experience; (essential)
• Knowledge of tools and methods in the governance and anti-corruption field; (essential)
• Experience collaborating with a globally diverse set of stakeholders, ideally with a demonstrated ability to bridge research and practice (desirable)
• Experience in the use of social media and networking tools to amplify outreach (desirable)
• Experience with the use of video, webinars and online collaboration tools to enable learning (desirable)
• Experience in budget management and general project administration (desirable)
• Fluency in English (essential), working knowledge of French or Spanish (desirable)
• Masters or equivalent in economics, political science, international development, sociology or a related social science discipline; (essential)
• Minimum 3 years’ work experience in the field of governance and/or anti-corruption, preferably with a mix of hands-on programme implementation and desk research experience; (essential)
• Knowledge of tools and methods in the governance and anti-corruption field; (essential)
• Experience collaborating with a globally diverse set of stakeholders, ideally with a demonstrated ability to bridge research and practice (desirable)
• Experience in the use of social media and networking tools to amplify outreach (desirable)
• Experience with the use of video, webinars and online collaboration tools to enable learning (desirable)
• Experience in budget management and general project administration (desirable)
• Fluency in English (essential), working knowledge of French or Spanish (desirable)
Other information about the post and the location:
Transparency International and its global network offer an inspiring work environment with real learning opportunities and support. Berlin is an attractive metropolitan city with relatively low cost of living.
Transparency International and its global network offer an inspiring work environment with real learning opportunities and support. Berlin is an attractive metropolitan city with relatively low cost of living.
How to apply:
Qualified candidates should submit, preferably via email, a cover letter and CV to:
Deadline for applications is 16 June 2013
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. Transparency International is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about Transparency International, visit our website at www.transparency.org
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