Student Assistants (gn) – Executive Education

The Hertie School’s Executive Education department develops customised training programmes for high-profile international delegations and also conducts capacity-building and consulting projects. As a a global hub for executive learning and policy innovation, our vision is to shape and empower leaders committed to building more inclusive, resilient, and effective organisations and societies worldwide. 

Projects include, for example: 

Strategic Management of HR in the Public Sector, STARLIGHT, Transformational Cetificate, Recharging Advocacy for Rights in Europe (RARE) 

To support the planning and implementation of our executive education projects, we are looking for two Student Assistants – Executive Education, on a part-time basis (20 hours/week). 

Student assistants are assigned to either support project proposals or project implementation. The contract shall commence between 15 August 2026 or upon agreement. The requested term is ideally 2 years, with a minimum of 1 year (2 semesters).

• Coordination with high-profile project partners, communication with international participants;

• Supporting tender and funding proposals for new projects;

• Travel and logistics planning of international high-profile delegations for training and events in Berlin and other locations (some projects may include travel);

• Participating in relevant institution visits in Berlin, such as different ministries or the German parliament;

• Supporting project budgeting and expense management;

• Assistance in the preparation of programme evaluations and project reporting to funders;

• Contact database management;

  

• Research on project-related topics, such as public sector reform, digital transformation, German and European governance, city governance, human rights and leadership.

• Currently enrolled in a relevant graduate program such as Public Administration, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field;

• Proficiency in English;

• Excellent organizational and coordination skills to manage multiple high-profile projects and events;

• Strong communication skills for regular interaction with international participants and project partners;

• Competent in standard office software, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Moodle/aca5/Qualtrics would be an asset;

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage and track multiple tasks simultaneously;

• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset;

• Flexible, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;

• Previous experience in project management or coordination would be an additional asset.

Please apply with a CV, a cover letter, and references (if applicable) via the button below. Deadline for full consideration is 24 July 2026.