About the Role

We are recruiting a Project Lead who will be directly responsible for overseeing a large-scale, multi-country project focusing on advancing education globally and Early Childhood Development specifically. The role will require an experienced project manager with the ability to manage complex projects and the input of a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders. They will also be expected to engage with content, using their own experience and bringing in specific external expertise to increase the quality of delivery.

The Project Lead should have the ability to foster collaboration and teamwork, productively lead others and conduct themselves with the highest level of collegiality. They are expected to take leadership in their area of work and to continuously improve processes and procedures. The position is based in our Berlin office.

Your tasks

Project Leadership

Provide high-quality leadership of a large-scale, multi-country project, working independently and proactively to ensure delivery is on time, on budget, within scope and meeting donors’ expectations
Plan and manage workplans, budgets and ensure that financial outcomes are met, with any risks to timelines or over/under-spend escalated appropriately

Stakeholder Management

Ensure effective and efficient delivery of tasks, with multiple internal and external stakeholders across different geographies
Manage day-to-day relationships with delivery partners and the internal team(s) and build solid understanding of delivery needs and timelines across projects and programmes
Coordinate communications products generated from the project with the Brand team and support effective knowledge management based on project reporting and management activities

Content Development

Facilitate the further development and promotion of football for good approaches, with a focus on education and Early Childhood Development, and their scaling in collaboration with experts in the football for good sector and beyond, also through technology

Monitoring and Compliance

Deliver effective due diligence, onboarding and contract management of partners and consultants, whenever necessary
Manage Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning processes for the projects in collaboration with the MEL team

Your profile

Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience and international experience in education
Advanced proficiency in technology-driven project management of complex, multi-stakeholder projects funded by institutional and multilateral donors
Strong understanding of and ability to engage effectively with funders and implementing partners
Familiarity with automation workflows for streamlining processes and proficient in creating databases, spreadsheets, presentations and the use of project management
Proven experience with the use of technology in education
Demonstrable experience in budget planning and reporting; ability to analyse and effectively use financial information
Demonstrable knowledge and experience in safeguarding children and vulnerable groups
Ability to prioritise, plan and organise workflow to tight timeframes, handle multiple tasks and be flexible with changing priorities
Proven ability to resolve problems, anticipate barriers and create practical solutions including proactive response to managing delivery risks
Degree in a related field of studies and highly proficient in numeracy
Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages always an additional asset

Our offer

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and an inspiring and centrally located office in Berlin
30 vacation days plus the 24th and 31st of December off and other great features to enable an optimal balance between work and personal life
A yearly 1-day allowance to spend on volunteering work during working times
Benefits for all employees such as visa & relocation support, monthly public transport passes, a gym allowance or home-office equipment
Be a part of helping channel the joy of football into tangible and positive change in the world and join an impact-driven and innovative team united by a passion for football for good.
Last but not least, join an international team of 18 nationalities, speaking more than 12 languages

How to apply

Kick things off by submitting your CV via our online application form. We strive to provide an inclusive and fair recruitment process for all and therefore ask you not to submit a picture of yourself with your application. Your application will be screened against the position-specific criteria. The first step in the recruitment process will then be a first interview, followed by a presentation and a potential final call.
Common Goal is an equal opportunities employer and strongly committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified and experienced people.

About us

Common Goal is a global NGO that activates the power of football to bring people together and deliver positive society-wide change.

As a football-focused network we work to connect the cultural and financial influence of the football industry with local organisations all around the world that use the beautiful game to dismantle inequalities and build a better future for all.

Our network works in more than 200 communities and over 90 countries to deliver change through football to young people. With decades of work in the field of football for good, we have seen that real, transformative impact is possible, through the shared joy that football brings.

Come help us bring it to the next level!

Project Lead, Education Projects (f/m/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Berlin