Manager in Professional Department - International Aid (f/m/d)

**Location:** Europe, Berlin as advantage **Start Date:** June 1, 2026 **Position Type:** Full-time / Part-time **Work Engagement:** Employee / Freelancer **About OlamAid e.V.** OlamAid e.V. is an international aid organization dedicated to responding to the evolving needs of crisis and conflict-affected populations. Our mission is to support communities as they transition from crisis to recovery, rehabilitation, and sustainable living. A core focus of our work is supporting vulnerable groups and minorities within affected populations. **Position Overview** The Professional Department (Technical Department) is a cross-cutting function at OlamAid. It serves as the guardian of quality and standards, maintaining advisory authority across all organizational functions.We are seeking a manager to lead a team of professional coordinators and advisors. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will ensure that OlamAid’s interventions are evidence-based, ethically sound, and aligned with global aid benchmarks. **Key Responsibilities** **1\. Standardization & Methodological Leadership** * Knowledge Hub: House and develop expertise in core sectors including MHPSS, Resilience, Emergency Response, DRR, and Food Security. * Methodology Design: Translate global standards into practical, field-ready toolkits and protocols. * Shared Language: Maintain consistent professional language and delivery quality across the organization. **2\. Professional Advisory Support** * Cross-Cutting Oversight: Advise all departments to ensure high-standard project implementation. * Proposal Design: Provide technical input on development proposals to ensure feasibility and "high-proof" design. * Operational Support: Guide teams in bridging the gap between field constraints and best practices. **3\. Safeguarding** * Safeguarding Lead: Ensuring a robust and comprehensive safeguarding framework is integrated throughout all OlamAid operations **4\. Quality Assurance & Learning** * Impact Monitoring: Measure deliveries against professional benchmarks to ensure intended impact. * Continuous Improvement: Lead the refinement of methodologies based on evaluations and emerging global trends. **Candidate Profile** **Education & Academic Background** * Advanced Degree (MA/PhD): International Development, Social Work, Public Policy, or a related field. * Specialized Training: Proven expertise in International aid Standards (e.g., Sphere, CHS) and Safeguarding protocols (PSEA, CP, SH). **Professional Experience** * Senior Technical Leadership: 7+ years of experience in the humanitarian or social-impact sector, specifically in technical advisory or department management. * Methodological Design: Proven track record of developing project methodologies, toolkits, and organizational ethical codes. * Multisectoral Knowledge: Experience overseeing diverse thematic areas (MHPSS, Community Resilience, Emergency Response, DRR, and Food Security). * Strategic Design: Experience partnering with grant teams to ensure proposals are technically sound and evidence-based. * M&E Proficiency: Ability to review evaluation methodologies to ensure they meet global benchmarks.Advanced Writing: Excellence in documenting professional protocols and organizational position papers. * A high-level coordination role in a dynamic NGO with the opportunity to shape the future of OlamAid. * An international, intercultural working environment that values innovation and collaboration. * Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a specialized technical field. * A chance to work on meaningful projects that make a real difference in communities worldwide. * A flexible work environment with the possibility to also work remote on a hybrid level. Interested? Please send your complete application documents (Cover Letter, Resume, Diplomas, and Certificates) stating your possible starting date. **We look forward to hearing from you!**