Jobbeschreibung
HPI is recognized as one of the leading university institutes for computer science (www.hpi.de). Our goal is to strengthen Europe's digital sovereignty with excellent research and practice-oriented teaching in computer science. At HPI, we are convinced that excellence is created when knowledge from different disciplines is collaboratively combined to create responsible and pioneering solutions for the future.
In our research clusters "Systems," "Data and AI," "Foundations," "Digital Health," and "Security," researchers from various disciplines work together on topics relevant to solving the challenges facing society. The Digital Engineering Faculty of the University of Potsdam and HPI offers a computer science engineering degree program that is unique in Germany.
In the course of its strong growth, the Hasso Plattner Institute is looking for the earliest possible start date for a
Public Affairs Manager (m/f/x)
The position is initially limited for 2-years with the possibility of permanent employment and is to be filled Full-Time.
- Network Development and Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in politics, public administration, and civil society at all levels of the German government and the European Union
- Digital Policy Trend Analysis: Identify emerging trends and potential partners in the field of digital policy
- Policy Research and Development: Conduct in-depth research on digital policy topics and contribute to the development of policy papers
- Stakeholder Management: Drive effective communication and collaboration with political and civil society actors
- Political Advocacy: Participate in political communication activities and committee work to advance digital policy initiatives
- Cross-group Coordination: Foster strong working relationships with all HPI departments and chairs
- Partner Management: Provide comprehensive support, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of partner management activities
- Event Planning and Execution: Strategically plan, design, and implement high-impact events related to digital policy
- Successful completion of MSc or PhD with practical experience
- A solid understanding of computer science concepts and a strong desire to learn
- A deep knowledge of political structures and key players at the EU, and German federal, and German state level
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, coupled with a solution-oriented, structured, independent, and flexible approach to work
- A proven ability to build and maintain strong personal relationships with external partners
- A willingness to travel regularly for business
- Proficiency in common office software (Office systems, Adobe, MS Teams, etc.)
- Fluency in written and spoken German and English
- A multifaceted job, embedded in an international and dynamic working environment
- An exciting, responsible position in which you can make a difference
- Regular training opportunities; insight into scientific research
- Regular team events and workshops
- Attractive employee offers (corporate benefits)
- Company-subsidized public transportation ticket/ Deutschlandticket
- Possibility to work remotely
- Numerous sports facilities (tennis and basketball courts, beach volleyball court, calisthenics park, and participation in running events)
- Workplace on the HPI campus in Potsdam-Babelsberg (Griebnitzsee S-Bahn station), with fast transportation connections to Berlin
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