Student Assistant Legal

Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can invest your skills, passion, and time in an impactful way? Do you want to work for an organization that is dynamic, goal-driven, and dedicated to making a difference? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe

As one of Germany's largest and most respected private organizations in development cooperation and humanitarian aid, we are committed to driving positive change. We operate independendently from religious and political influences, ensuring that our actions are always guided by strong ethical principles. Through embracing innovation we strive to become a data-mature, human-driven organization that continuously improves the way we work.

Our vision: "Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet." Join us in creating a world where everyone has access to food while ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. If you are ready to make an impact, we look forward to receiving your application

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year. There are good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Bonn, Germany. You will work 20 hours/week, to enable you to continue your qualification within the framework of your current studies. Mobile work within Germany is possible in agreement with your team. 100% mobile work is not possible. The position is remunerated with 15 Euro per hour.

The Legal & Compliance Unit is an international team managing Welthungerhilfe's legal and compliance risks. It covers contract and inheritance law, global compliance, fraud and corruption prevention, data protection, and child protection, including investigations and training worldwide.

As a Working Student in Legal & Compliance, you will comprehensively support the entire Legal & Compliance Department in its exceptionally diverse and highly international tasks, thereby gaining in-depth insight into the way an international NGO operates.

You will provide support in:

• Administration of estates bequeathed to Welthungerhilfe
• Planning and implementation of the annual global compliance campaign
• Legal research, preparation of internal legal opinions, fact-finding, and correspondence with program countries
• Various tasks within the Corporate Compliance area
• Data protection matters
• Planning and preparation of trainings and training materials
• Planning and preparation of departmental projects and events
• Maintenance and design of the department's website
• Creation and analysis of surveys and evaluations
• Preparation of contract templates

• You are a student currently enrolled at a university/college, ideally with a focus on law; however, students from other fields of study are also very welcome to apply
• You have good command of MS Office applications
• You work in a reliable, structured, and well-organized manner
• You enjoy working in an intercultural environment and are an open-minded personality
• You have very good written and spoken German and English skills; good French skills are an advantage

• Valuable Insights: Get the chance to explore the NGO world beyond your immediate responsibilities and expand your professional perspective.
• Flexibility: We offer flexible working hours to help you balance your work and ongoing studies.
• Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
• Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.

Please send your application via our online recruiting system by December 17, 2025. Your contact person is Tamar Latsabidze. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

• Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.