Head of Business Integrity Programme
Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 100 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.
The Business Integrity Programme supports the Transparency International global movement in three main areas. Firstly, by working to improve the behaviour of companies, e.g. by developing and promoting standards to advance anti-corruption and transparency practices. Secondly, by promoting and engaging in collective action with groups of companies and/ or industry sectors to promote transparency, integrity and accountability. Thirdly, by working to promote an environment which incentivises clean business practices (e.g. good regulatory environment, voluntary measures, and external pressure of stakeholders and / or public) both nationally and internationally.
Underpinning TI’s work in these areas are a number of important tools and research products, e.g. Business Principles for Countering Bribery, Transparency in Corporate Reporting. Reflecting the diverse roles of the International Secretariat, the Business Integrity Programme variously assumes the combined functions of support, coordination and leadership within the broader Transparency International movement around relevant issues.
The Head of the Business Integrity Programme will lead efforts to significantly scale up Transparency International’s work on business integrity. Building upon a strong existing base and significant ambition within the TI Movement the Head will harness untapped opportunities for impact and growth, especially in emerging markets.
The successful candidate will have a combination of both subject matter expertise (gained through relevant experience in the private sector and/or in an NGO focussing on private sector issues) and managerial/ organisational skills. An entrepreneurial, creative and opportunity-driven mind-set combined with a talent for working well across diverse teams, interests and countries will be critical to success in the position.
In addition to the Business Integrity Programme, Transparency International is engaged in a Financial Integrity Initiative, to which the Head of the Business Integrity Programme will contribute.
Main function: The Head of Programme leads the implementation of the assigned Programme across TI-S and the Movement, ensuring that it operates at the required scale to achieve its objectives.
Starting date: End of 2013/ Beginning of 2014
Duration: limited for 2 years with the possibility of extension
Location: TI-Secretariat, Berlin, Germany
Department: Programmes
Reporting lines: Programmes Director
Job grade: IV
Starting date: End of 2013/ Beginning of 2014
Duration: limited for 2 years with the possibility of extension
Location: TI-Secretariat, Berlin, Germany
Department: Programmes
Reporting lines: Programmes Director
Job grade: IV
Responsibilities:
- Enhance the TI movement’s ability to share good practice, leverage existing business tools, develop new approaches and utilise relevant expertise (both within and outside of the TI movement) to address corruption in business
- Promote and coordinate collective action initiatives (e.g. campaigns, advocacy, launches) around key issues related to business and corruption emerging from the programme
- Represent TI in external fora (outreach to companies, media, conferences etc.)
- Develop and secure significant funding for new projects and initiatives
- Strengthen TI’s ability to demonstrate impact and learn in the area of business and corruption
- Manage programme resources, ensuring that objectives, as well as donor obligations, are met to quality, budget and time
- Manage, develop and support Programme team
Knowledge, experience and skills:
- University degree or professional qualification in social science, public policy or administration, business administration, economics, management, or another relevant field
- Significant work experience, of which a minimum of 7+ years are in one or more areas directly relevant to the responsibilities of this position (i.e., in business and/ or an international NGO focussed on similar work
- Managerial and organisational skills, ideally including project development and fundraising
- Excellent team and networking skills and ability to work well across diverse teams, interests and countries essential
- Fluent English (Required); knowledge of Spanish, French and/ or Arabic (desired)
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.
To apply:
Qualified candidates should submit, preferably via email, a cover letter and CV to:
Qualified candidates should submit, preferably via email, a cover letter and CV to:
Deadline for applications is 10 November 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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