The Goethe-Institut is seeking a dedicated “Project Consultant” in the framework of the project “Simurgh Centre” (fixed term of one year with the option to extend) starting 20.01.2025.
The Goethe-Institut e.V. is the globally active cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation.
The Simurgh Centre is an initiative of the Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan New Delhi. It provides a cultural space for collaborations and conversations between the Afghan community, mostly those living in Delhi, with German and Indian artists and practitioners. We seek to support, explore and share such work and create connections with audiences and discourse across the world. Our name derives from the mythical bird ‘Simurgh’ that serves as a symbol of creativity and connection.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working with already existing partners of the institute, as well as actively seeking new connections within the local Afghan community in New Delhi
- Management and programming of the project space, including but not limited to dealing with artists, partners, designers, technicians, administrators etc.
- Planning and executing cultural events and workshops in the space on a regular basis
- Providing technical, logistical and networking support to artists from the Afghan community in Delhi
- Overseeing execution of contracts with partners and artists
- Liaison with different institutions in the field of culture
- Actively working on the publicity of different programmes, this would include liaison with the press and media, social media and networking with partners as per the specific requirements of the project
- Working on the administrative tasks related to the space and the project and coordinating all requirements with the programme department of Goethe-Institut India
- Designing and executing collaborations between German, Afghan and Indian artists
Requirements:
- University degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
- Willingness to take on responsibility, excellent communication and networking skills
- 2 to 4 years’ experience working in cultural project management and administrative work
- Knowledge of the current scenario in Afghanistan and developments in the field of culture in Afghanistan and India
- Good knowledge of English (spoken and written), basic knowledge of Hindi & Urdu
- Knowledge of Dari & Pashto is an asset but not mandatory
- Good organizational skills
- Well versed with MS office, basic knowledge of design applications is an asset
- Good organizational skills
- Willingness to take initiative and work in a team environment
- Willingness to work irregular hours (some weekends and evenings)
We offer:
- A dynamic work environment with international partners
- A diverse and enriching role within the German Cultural Institute
- A supportive and committed team
- An appropriate fee based on our salary scheme for the Goethe-Institut in India
Application process:
- Please send your application in digital form with the required documents (letter of motivation, CV, two professional references) in English as a single PDF file to: Preeti Shah, Head of Administration Bewerbungen-DEL@goethe.de with the subject line ‘Project Consultant Simurgh Centre.’
- The application deadline for this job posting is December 10th, 2024. Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Interviews will be conducted in the third week of December.
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age or sexual orientation and identity.
Data Protection:
The Goethe-Institut collects, processes and uses personal data of the applicant both for the purpose of filling the position and within the framework of the legal permissions and any declaration of consent granted to the Goethe-Institut under data protection law.
Further details can be found in the separate data protection declaration, to which we hereby expressly refer.
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