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.
GOVERNANCE COORDINATOR (M/F/D)
FULL TIME
- Hybrid
- Alt-Moabit 96, 10559 Berlin
- With Professional Experience
- 8/7/25
ABOUT THE ROLE
Transparency International is currently seeking a Governance Coordinator (m/f/d) to join the Governance, Legal & Events Team.
The Governance, Legal & Events Team is responsible for the governance of the global organisation at Transparency International (TI-S) and it facilitates the development of and helps ensure a strong, integer and relevant TI Movement that fulfils its mission efficiently and in full abidance with the values that it promotes, also in respect of the diversity and high independence of its constituents.
OVERVIEW OF KEY DIMENSIONS
Role Purpose: The Governance Coordinator (m/f/d) supports the overall National Chapter accreditation process by coordinating and conducting regular accreditation reviews along the accreditation cycle, and via supporting relevant stakeholders in the process.
The Governance Coordinator supports the Board of Directors and its committees, the Chair of the International Council, and the Annual Membership Meeting so that those bodies can effectively fulfil their function. The Governance Coordinator also supports the communication and coordination of key TI events and the risk management.
Team: Governance, Legal & Events
Reporting Line: Head of Governance, Legal & Events
Starting Date: as soon as possible
Contract Duration: Currently we can offer an employment contract limited for a duration of 2 years.
Band: Salary according to TI-S internal salary structure; for this position corresponding to band PF2 a salary starting EUR 42,000.00 gross per year depending on relevant experience.
Working Hours: full-time [100%; 40 hours per week]
Location: Transparency International (TI-S), Berlin/Germany
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE ROLE
The Governance Coordinator (m/f/d) will:
- Coordinate and support the effective work of the Board Committees, the Chair of the International Council, and the Annual Membership Meeting across all stages, including planning, implementation and evaluation
- Evaluate submitted National Chapters documents, and compile accreditation reviews in consultation with relevant TI stakeholders
- Coordinate and communicate input from relevant TI stakeholders on the assessment and review of National Chapters
- Ensure that National Chapters deliver to TI-S statutory documentation such as audited financial statements, annual reports, registers of interests, etc., and conduct or coordinate due diligence on such documentation, including compiling standards of best practice thereon
- Support the organisation of key TI-S events where necessary
- Support the risk management of the organisation
- Contribute to the overall functioning of the Governance, Legal & Events Team by providing proactive and ad hoc support where necessary
CANDIDATE PROFILE
In order to succeed in this role, candidates will need to meet the following:
- Undergraduate or postgraduate university degree or professional qualification in the legal field, social sciences, administration or another relevant field
- 5+ years of relevant experience with an international NGO, or international organisation, or multinational organisation working on project or process management, business administration, compliance or another relevant field
- Experience in project or process management, event management or communications required
- Knowledge of, or considerable interest in, the work of TI and the field of anti-corruption
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively manage priorities and competing demands
- Knowledge of organizational / capacity development and policy development an advantage
- Excellent communication skills, particularly in remote communication
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to produce accurate documentation (e.g. reports) with attention to detail
- Proven knowledge of CRM Systems an advantage
- Ability to handle multiple tasks across a wide range of issues and to work effectively under pressure
- High level of intercultural competence, diplomacy, and political sensitivity
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 experts in the field of anti-corruption, driven and united by the desire to fight corruption and achieve significant and large-scale replicable impact
- a dynamic, flexible and international working environment with peers representing 45+ different nationalities
- a high degree of collaboration and autonomy in a lean and agile organisation with streamlined decision-making processes and a shared leadership culture with servant leadership philosophy
- opportunities to learn and grow, including regular Show & Tell meetings and visits by external 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 eligible
- financial contribution to German language classes
- generous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hours
- Remote-hybrid working model from within Germany
- the possibility of Work from Abroad for periods of time (currently for up to 10 working days at a time for a maximum of 20 working days per calendar year)
- Friday afternoons alternately free or meeting-free during the summer months
- Sodexo Restaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for meals
- reduced membership fees with Urban Sports Club
- Mental wellbeing and counselling support by OpenUp
- 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 and cover letter in English, merged into one PDF file, via the online recruitment system by