Managing Director of Program

**Projektbeschreibung**:
**Deine Aufgaben**:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the program process and long-term development of the Hamburg Sustainability Conference to ensure impactful outcomes, high-level community building and the successful shaping of the brand.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute the program for a large-scale annual conference together with strong stakeholders from politics, business, and civil society, aligning all stakeholders under the organization's mission.
- Coordinate a multistakeholder co-creation process that connects our partners across sectors to work on breakthroughs in sustainable development.
- Lead a growing team of currently ten program coordinators and stakeholder managers, providing guidance and leadership on effective processes.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders, including the HSC initiators, sponsors, partners, speakers, and the event team to ensure the success of each event.
- Conduct post-event evaluations to assess success and areas for improvement and implement necessary changes for future events.
- Work closely in a team with the Managing Director Finance & Event Operations to monitor budgets, ensure sustainable business development and finding sponsors.

**Dein Profil**:

- Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Sustainability Management or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in multilateral politics, corporate sustainability management, program management, strategic communications, or a related field.
- Strong networks in sustainable development and policy, international work experience and professional relations to organizations in developing countries and emerging economies.
- Leadership experience and strong management skills, proven track record of successfully managing international events and multi-stakeholder programs.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, outstanding communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent English and fluent German language skills.
- Proficiency in working with project management tools.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Passion for sustainability and commitment to HSC’s mission.

**Warum wir?**:

- ** Important Mission**: Be part of an international initiative that makes a difference and advances the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You have the chance to make a significant impact on global sustainability initiatives.
- ** Exciting Network**: We offer a collaborative work environment within high-level networks across politics, business, science and philantrophy.
- ** Exclusive Events**: Participate in our annual international high-level conference and exciting side events and promote dialogue for a sustainable future.
- ** Great Location** in the heart of the city. You have the option to choose between our centrally located Berlin office and our Hamburg office.
- ** Vacation**: Enjoy 28 vacation days per year (with a 5-day work week), plus December 24th and 31st as additional days off.
- ** Team Culture**: Work in a dedicated and diverse team of about 20 people, all passionate about sustainability and creating outstanding events.

Diana Lewandowski

HR-Generalist

+ 49 40 2383 453 8

HSC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference and be a part of shaping a sustainable future

**Über uns**:
Die Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC) ist eine neue globale Nachhaltigkeitsplattform für führende Köpfe aus Politik, Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft, Zivilgesellschaft und multilateralen Organisationen. In Zeiten zunehmender geopolitischer Krisen fördert sie den partnerschaftlichen Austausch zwischen Vertretungen führender Industrie